In this tough economy, Debt Free Project International, an international consumer advocacy group, is looking out for consumers yet once again with their new CARS program. The CARS program offers discounted oil changes and other savings on both scheduled and emergency auto repair services. According to Travis Mitchell, Founder and Director of the organization, “We see this as a very important program. As the economy has slumped, we see families keeping their cars longer, which most likely means they’ll be spending more on auto repairs.”
Most consumers are uncomfortable dealing with auto mechanics and repair facilities. This is normally due to a lack of trust. The new DFP CARS program (Certified Auto Repair & Service) fixes this because it is designed to help consumers find honest, reputable service facilities with a track record of outstanding service. Not only does dfp International find great repair facilities, they certify them through a rigorous process. Then, as part of their “Consumer Friendly – Certified Value” program, the repair facility offers discounts on oil changes and other important auto services by allowing dfp International to sell a limited number of C.A.R.S. certificates. Travis says, “It’s a win-win situation. Consumers get great deals on oil changes, discounted auto repair rates, and more from service facilities that are certified consumer friendly. Consumers no longer have to worry whether or not they’re being taken advantage of by the auto repair facility.”
According to Mr. Mitchell, in order for a shop to be considered for the C.A.R.S. program they must first be referred to dfp International by a customer. Once referred the organization conducts a thorough on-site analysis of the facility and its practices. After an extended period of analysis, including Better Business Bureau checks, online customer reviews, interviewing existing customers and more, a shop that meets the rigorous qualifications is given dfp International’s “Consumer Friendly – Certified Value” status. As part of this status, they agree to allow dfp International’s organization to market a limited number of CARS discount auto repair certificates to the public.
The certificates are $79.95 and include over $500.00 of free and discounted automobile maintenance services which can be used by the consumer over a two-year period. A certificate will normally include at least 6 free oil changes, 1 hour or more of free shop labor, discounts on regular and scheduled maintenance and much more. The repair facilities are certified for a 12 month period after which they can re-apply to the program.
If you’re interested in discounts on oil changes and other auto repairs, consider purchasing a C.A.R.S. certificate from Debt Free Project International. You’ll get a certified consumer friendly repair facility, huge discounts on your auto repair bills, and at least 6 free oil changes (no more trying to find oil change coupons).
To purchase one or more discount certificates contact Debt Free Project International toll-free at 1-888-332-8334 ext. 719. One side note. At the time of this writing the only shops to be certified through dfp International’s program were located in the Las Vegas, NV area. If you’d like to recommend a shop in your area, contact dfp International via telephone at the number listed above, by email at (CARS[at]DebtFreeProject[dot]com), or by posting a comment to this article.