Houston-Based Automotive Repair Franchise to Open $12M Technology and Training Center and Expand Shop AC Installations as Part of Long-Term Commitment to its People

Houston (August 19, 2025) – Christian Brothers Automotive (CBA), leading automotive repair franchise, today announced two major initiatives that signal the brand’s long-term investment in its people and continued national growth. The brand will soon break ground on a $12 million Technology & Training Center in Katy, Texas, and accelerate a system-wide effort to install air-conditioning in every service bay by mid-2027 – an uncommon benefit in the aftermarket space.

“If we want to be the best in class, we need to invest in our people and that means more than just training,” said CBA Chief Development Officer Michael Suttle. “These investments reflect how much we value our team members, and how seriously we take our responsibility to care for them.”

The nearly 14,000-square-foot facility, set to open in early 2027 at 25801 Nelson Way, will serve as a national hub for hands-on training in both technical and guest-service excellence. Equipped with the latest in automotive repair technology including vehicle lifts, diagnostic equipment and tools for automated driving systems (ADAS), the facility marks a major milestone in the CBA commitment to employee growth and operational excellence.

The Katy campus also represents the first phase of a broader vision for the brand’s future. In the coming years, CBA plans to relocate its corporate Support Center from Houston’s Energy Corridor to the same site, creating a unified headquarters capable of supporting up to 500 employees.

In tandem with the Technology & Training Center, CBA is expanding its shop enhancement initiative. More than 100 shops have been retrofitted to feature air-conditioned service bays, and all new shops south of I-70 are now built with AC included. The brand is also supporting franchisees who opt to retrofit existing shops, as part of a broader effort to foster a more comfortable and competitive work environment.

“As we look toward the future of our brand, this new campus and our facility upgrades reinforce our belief that growth and purpose go hand in hand,” said CBA President and CEO Donnie Carr. “It’s about so much more than building infrastructure. We’re creating an environment where our team members, franchisees and guests all benefit from a stronger, more united brand experience.”

Founded in Mission Bend, Texas in 1982, Christian Brothers Automotive has redefined the auto care experience. Ranked #1 by J.D. Power for Customer Satisfaction among Aftermarket Full-Service Maintenance and Repair Providers six times in a row, the brand’s priority is to create a positive experience for every guest.** From oil changes to complex engine diagnostics, CBA adheres to the principle, “Love your neighbor as yourself,” and exhibits this commitment through its people-first approach to car care.

To learn more about the company and its growing footprint, visit www.cbac.com.

**Christian Brothers Automotive received the highest score for aftermarket full-service maintenance and repair in the J.D. Power 2019, 2021–2025 Aftermarket Service Index (ASI) Satisfaction Studies of customer satisfaction with automotive aftermarket service providers. Visit jdpower.com/awards for more details.

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About Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation

Dedicated to its brand mission “To love your neighbor as yourself,” Christian Brothers Automotive has firmly planted its roots in faith and honesty, which have set it apart in the auto services and repair industry. Standing out from the competition, Christian Brothers Automotive ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction among Aftermarket Full-Service Maintenance and Repair Providers by J.D. Power six times in a row.**

With its guiding principles instilled from the very first location in 1982, Christian Brothers Automotive has successfully expanded to more than 315 locations across 30 states. The Houston-based franchise delivers a variety of professional auto-care experiences including upkeep, maintenance, and repair.

**Christian Brothers Automotive received the highest score for aftermarket full-service maintenance and repair in the J.D. Power 2019, 2021–2025 Aftermarket Service Index (ASI) Satisfaction Studies of customer satisfaction with automotive aftermarket service providers. Visit jdpower.com/awards for more details.

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