ATI Press Release

ATI Earns Rank as Automotive Preferred Supplier for AAA

Savage, MD - (August 31, 2006)

Automotive Training Institute (ATI) is pleased to announce its affiliation with AAA as an Automotive Preferred Supplier for AAA.

ATI, the industry leader in automotive business consulting, will provide expert management and consulting services through a one-day Cash Profits Boot Camp which features program materials and content customized for AAA/CAA service providers. The Boot Camp is designed to help shop owners gain a better understanding of their business from a financial perspective in order to develop growth and marketing strategies, retain their existing customer base while attracting new business and improve overall shop efficiency.

In one day, shop owners will learn how to:

• Identify a working profit model that works for their shop
• Increase parts margins
• Retain existing customer base and attract new customers
• Maximize shop efficiency
• Avoid car count decline
• Thrive in the 21st century

In addition to gaining valuable insights into overall business practices, shop owners will receive a customized onsite business analysis, including a profit and loss review and a "Roadmap for Success."

About ATI
Automotive Training Institute ("ATI") is the leading provider of business development training, coaching, and business modeling services to automotive aftermarket tire and service businesses of all sizes. ATI's customized Shop Re-engineering™ Program enables every client to create and achieve individual professional and personal goals with guaranteed financial results. For over 30 years, ATI has helped thousands of automotive repair shop owners across North America increase profits, reduce stress, grow their businesses and enjoy the lifestyles of their dreams.

About AAA
As North America's largest motoring and leisure travel organization, AAA provides nearly 49 million members with travel, insurance, financial and automotive-related services. Since its founding in 1902, the not-for-profit, fully tax-paying AAA has been a leader and advocate for the safety and security of all travelers. For more information go to AAA.com.