1-800-Radiator Selected as One of the Top 50 Fastest-Growing Franchises Nationwide in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2008 Franchise 500(R)

BENICIA, Calif., Dec. 18, 2007 -- 1-800-Radiator, an auto parts distribution franchise and the largest independent auto parts distributor in the nation, announced today it has been listed as the 37th fastest-growing franchise in the nation, and 107th overall in Entrepreneur magazine's Annual Franchise 500(R) rankings for 2008.

Entrepreneur's FRANCHISE 500(R) is widely considered the best and most comprehensive rating of franchises in the world. It uses a complex formula to identify today's top franchise opportunities. The factors considered in the ranking include financial strength, stability, growth rate and size of the franchise system.

"We are honored that the 1-800-Radiator franchise opportunity is recognized by Entrepreneur(R) magazine," said Mike Rippey, CEO of 1-800-Radiator. "This demonstrates that we have a successful business model for our franchisees and are able to compete against the retail auto parts giants."

1-800-Radiator sells radiators, condensers, fan assemblies, gas tanks, heating cores, and other new auto parts. The company provides wholesale and retail customers with radiators delivered to their doorsteps the same day, usually in a matter of hours, at competitive pricing.

One of the advantages 1-800-Radiator has over its competition is the size and quality of its inventory. Because 1-800-Radiator sources from more than 20 major manufacturers, believed to be significantly more than its competitors, it almost always has the exact requested part in stock.

About 1-800-Radiator

1-800-Radiator is an auto parts distribution franchise and the largest independent auto parts distributor in the nation. The company offers its services through its online outlet, http://www.radiator.com/, and through approximately 200 franchise locations across the country. To their franchisees, 1-800-Radiator provides unprecedented technological and practical support. http://www.radiator.com/