Midas Acquires Franchisor of 181 SpeeDee Auto Service Centers

Business Wire, April 1, 2008

Midas is one of the world's largest providers of automotive service, offering brake, exhaust, maintenance, tires, steering and suspension services at more than 2,500 franchised, licensed and company-owned Midas shops in 17 countries, including more than 1,700 in the United States and Canada.

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