Locally Owned & Operated, Complete Retail Automotive Service & Repair
Keywords: Car Repair, Brakes, Suspension, Alignment, Lube, Oil, Filter, Air Conditioning, Auto Service, Auto Maintenance, shocks, struts, radiator, water pump, ignition, timing belt, spark plug, belts, hoses, anti-lock brakes, air filter, oil filter, tune-up, diagnostic, emissions, engine, transmission, fluid exchange,
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
BRAKEmax Car Care Centers originally opened in 1997 and has grown from one location to twelve Tucson area locations.
What is your primary product or service?
Complete Automotive Service & Repair, Brakes / Anti Lock Brakes • Shocks & Struts *Diagnostics • Air Conditioning • Quick Lube & Oil • Filters * Computerized Wheel Alignment • Transmission Fluid Exchange
Cooling System (Radiator) • Power Steering Flush • Water Pumps * Starters • Alternators • CV Boots • U Joints
Axles • Fuel Injection System Cleaning • Batteries
Belts & Hoses • 30, 60, 90 Thousand Mile Service
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
The owners of BRAKEmax have all been in the Automotive Service business for many years. The Location Managers are Partners in their location and have a vested interest in the success of BRAKEmax.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Our Corporate Management Team and our Store Managers all participate in the ownership of the business, we all have a vested interest in our customers.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
BRAKEmax currently has 12 Tucson area locations. Since we opened the 1st location in 1997 we have opened an average of 1 new location per year. We have plans to continue growth as Tucson grows.
Provide detailed directions to your location
BRAKEmax #10 is located at 15330 N Oracle Rd, Catalina, AZ 85739. We are located on the Northeast Corner of Oracle and Golder Ranch Rd in the Basha's Shopping Center. Visit our website for a detailed map. http://www.brakemax.com/pages/stores.html
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept cash, checks, visa/MC, American Express, Discover, Wright Express & Voyager Fleet Cards, Car Care One Card, we also offer same as cash financing with approved credit.
Which areas do you service?
We service the entire Tucson Metro Area.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Ray Pisciotta-President, Mike Nicholson-General Manager, Jeff Graser-CFO, Don Allred-Manager/Partner #1, Jamey Weber-Manager/Partner #2, Keith Cullen-Manager/Parnter #3, Ryan Peppitoni-Manager/Partner #4, JJ Jimenez-Manager/Partner #5, Bob Wolf-Manager/Partner #6, Bruce Hunker-Manager/Partner #7, Jared Goss-Manager/Partner #8, Leroy Ingram-Manager/Parnter #9, Jonathon Vermilye-Manager/Partner #10, Tim Sisk-Manager/Parnter #11, Oscar Gill-Manager/Partner #12
What are your hours of operation?
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Saturday
Closed Sundays