Houston – Christian Brothers Automotive (CBA) is reporting significant development momentum at the midpoint of 2026, with 14 new franchise awards issued across the country, 339 locations now open, and 96 more in the pipeline. With a new state secured, several notable franchisee milestones, and fresh industry recognition, CBA continues to build on its position as one of the most trusted brands in automotive care.
Throughout the first half of 2026, CBA issued 14 award / reservation letters spanning markets across the country, including:
Boerne, Texas
Charleston, South Carolina
Fort Myers, Florida
Geismar, Louisiana
Houston, Texas
Indianapolis, Indiana
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Lenexa, Kansas
Loveland, Ohio
Manor, Texas
Naples, Florida
Oro Valley, Arizona
Rincon, Georgia
West Chester, Ohio
“Seeing two Future Franchise Leadership Academy graduates earn their own locations in the same award cycle is the kind of thing that reinforces why we do this work,” said Brad Fink, Chief Growth Officer of Christian Brothers Automotive. “Our goal has always been to grow thoughtfully by finding the right people for the right markets, and moments like these are a good reminder that the process is working.”
In 2026, CBA launched Trust Builders, a brand-wide initiative designed to optimize the digital inspection experience for guests. The program enhances how CBA's digital inspection communicates vehicle needs, providing information needed to understand vehicle care.
This story was originally published in Franchising.com on July 16, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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