Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care Marks Groundbreaking Year with Digital Marketing Achievements and Awards Aftermarket Leader Fills 2017 with Myriad Marketing Initiatives, Including National Check Your Transmission Day, Activity Book Giveaway and New Educational Videos

HORSHAM, Pa. – Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care marks an incredible year of accomplishments in the aftermarket industry, including a slue of national awards, additions to its pioneering educational video series, community giveback and an overall commitment to excellence in the digital marketing space.

The leading aftermarket car care brand is rounding out 2017 with nine different accolades for the Transmission Physician video web series, including two Telly awards and two gold Communicator awards. In addition, Cottman introduced the world to National Check Your Transmission Day, the first national holiday focused on transmission maintenance, observed during the month of October.

“2017 was a year filled with impressive accomplishments for Cottman and it’s a testament to our commitment to excellence and customer service that we continue to reinvent what it means to be innovative and creative in the aftermarket space,” said Derik Beck, vice president of digital marketing at Cottman. “From prestigious national awards for our education video series, to an entirely original national holiday focused on transmission care, we’ve put our heart into everything we’ve accomplished, and I’m grateful to my team.”

The Transmission Physician, a standout component of Cottman’s broader catalogue of educational digital content, made a name for herself by debunking common transmission myths, sharing specialized, transmission-specific advice and exploring related topics such as checking the automatic transmission fluid (ATF), why transmissions are so expensive, the process of how a transmission works, rechecks and more.

The brand received nine different national marketing awards for the Transmission Physician, including the following:

  • 2017 Automotive Communications Awards – Women in Auto Care
  • 2017 W3 Awards Silver – Online Video-Web Series for Video
  • Communicator Awards – Campaign/Web Series – Gold
  • Communicator Awards – Video Education – Gold
  • dotCOMM – Video for Web – Animation – Platinum
  • Hermes Award – Educational – Gold
  • Summit Creative Award – Animation – Silver
  • Telly Award – Craft Use Animation – Gold
  • Telly award – Video/Web Series – Gold
  • Vega Award – Animation – Arcturus (3rd Place)
  • Vega Award – Web Personality/Host – Arcturus (3rd Place)

“At Cottman, we’re never satisfied with just ‘good enough,’ and that’s evident when you look at our commitment to digital marketing excellence, our quality services and our engagement with consumers at each of our locations,” said Randy Wright, president at Cottman. “The awards earned by the Transmission Physician, as well as the many other recognitions and initiatives we’ve undertaken, continue to show our dedication to being the trusted neighborhood transmission and car care center in each of the communities we serve.”

To bookend a year of industry acclaim, Cottman released four videos in the Transmission Physician series.

Further leveraging its position as an industry leader, Cottman launched an unprecedented national holiday: National Check Your Transmission Day on Oct. 21, a special celebration during October’s National Car Care Month. In observance of National Check Your Transmission Day, Cottman was a leading voice urging all drivers to make transmission maintenance a priority. To that end, Cottman was able to offer its very own free TransCheck 21 PLUS Inspection, which provides busy consumers with the chance to enhance regular auto maintenance with a comprehensive transmission check at no extra charge.

“Transmission repair is one of the most expensive repairs, making more consumers prone to ignoring preventable problems, and National Check Your Transmission Day was the first of its kind, bringing transmission care to the forefront of consumers’ minds in October,” added Beck. “All of our digital efforts are intended to improve consumers’ confidence in their own transmission maintenance know-how, and Cottman’s superior services, making National Check Your Transmission Day a stand-out success for us this year.”

Building on Cottman’s foundational digital content, the brand’s trusted Cottman Man digital video series was honored with a variety of industry marketing laurels, including the following:

  • IAC – Cottman Man Video Series – Best Other Online Video
  • Summit International – Cottman Man Video Series – Animation – Platinum
  • W3 Award – Cottman Man Video Series – Online Video Web Series – Silver
  • W3 Award – Cottman Man Video Series – Web Personality or Host – Silver

Building on the momentum of the brand’s outstanding educational videos, Cottman was also acknowledged for the quality of its Cottman Man Blog. The consumer-facing blog received an “Automotive Communications (B – to – B)” award; was named as one of the “Top 100 Auto Repair and Maintenance Blogs for Mechanics and Car Owners” by the Feedspot online blog spot; and reached number 14 on the “Top 33 Informative and Helpful Blogs for Car Care, Repair, and Maintenance” by the itmycar.com website.

Taken together, these digital marketing and content awards speak to the outstanding quality of Cottman’s consumer content, as well as the brand’s commitment to providing accessible, engaging videos and blogs that aim to educate all drivers on transmission maintenance and general car care.

Finally, Cottman continued its special seasonal tradition of bringing holiday magic to local communities and to spread awareness of basic car maintenance to people of all ages. The brand is donating its children’s coloring and activity book featuring the Transmission Physician and the Cottman Man, for the second year in a row, this time to local chapters of Boys and Girls Club, Big Brothers, Big Sisters and Girls, Inc. across the country this holiday season.

“The best way to cap off Cottman’s year of awards is by giving back to our communities, and making the holidays as memorable as possible for those in need,” Beck added. “Our hope is that by donating activity books to area children’s organizations, we’re able to spread holiday joy and give kids some useful knowledge about car care that will last them a lifetime.”

To view the Transmission Physician and Cottman man Educational Video Series, visit www.cottman.com/videos/. And, to learn more about Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care, please visit www.cottman.com.

About Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care

With locations across the U.S., Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care is a transmission and auto repair brand that services almost any make or model vehicle, foreign or domestic.  Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care centers specialize in complete transmission service, brakes, suspension, air conditioning service and much more. Cottman’s headquarters is based in Horsham, Pennsylvania.

  • Gail Parker
    Gail Parker
    2021-06-15
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    The customer service was concerned about the parking area for my vehicle for overnight early bird service.They called me to inform me they were gonna check back with me before any services on my vehicle were done with my approval which, made me comfortable to know they showed responsibility in their work.

  • Leslie Meyers
    Leslie Meyers
    2021-04-09
    Google

    Fast, friendly, reliable and fair. I ended up having to get my town & country transmission repaired/replaced & my spark plugs replaced right before Christmas this past year & they said they could do it the next day if I could leave it that day. Well I didn't have a ride home & my other car needed a jump start since we hadn't driven it much. The owner not only offered to drive me home, but also jump start my other car so I could of get my niece from school. If that's not service, I don't know what is. They also ened up doing my 2014 escape transmission the yr b4. They were recommended by a friend & I would recommend them as well.

  • Hina K. Huynh
    Hina K. Huynh
    2021-03-18
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    I purchased a "newly" used vehicle and was concerned about transmission issues and they made sure I was taken care of. The staff was extremely friendly and polite, and not only did they provide me with all the necessary services I needed, they also educated me. I would highly recommend this location.

  • Miriam Green
    Miriam Green
    2021-03-12
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    The service was great. Someone recommended them to me. They took care of the issue I was having with my vehicle with no issues. I’ll be going to them from here on out! A very satisfied customer

  • Samuel Jones
    Samuel Jones
    2021-02-04
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    Staff were all professional. Manager was a saint, gentleman, and scholar. Great company with excellent values. I would highly recommend them.

  • K. Raymer
    K. Raymer
    2020-11-20
    Google

    Kevin and his entire staff are the best. I had a brake caliper fail and they took care of very quickly and for a great price. Since then, I had new flare fenders with led lights installed on my Jeep Wrangler. Same great service and value.

  • Loren Vann
    Loren Vann
    2020-11-18
    Google

    I have been taking my vehicles to Cottman for the last year and I have never been disappointed. Kevin is the General Manager and I have known him personally for several years. This is an honest shop with quality work and great, trustworthy employees. Law Enforcement friendly, which is a major plus. It is hard to find a reliable place for vehicles now and days so skip the stress and take your vehicles here.

  • Stephanie Besos
    Stephanie Besos
    2020-10-28
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    I love this place. came here a few years back, great work. just came in recently, wanted to wait a few days for the review.let me tell you Vicki was amazing and as helpful as can be and kevin did repair and excellent job on my transmission as well as work with me . had a world of trouble with my warranty place but they did their best to help with it all and my car is running excellent. will be back soon for oil change and any future repairs. thanks guys.

  • Stephanie Besos
    Stephanie Besos
    2020-10-21
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    I love this place. came here a few years back, great work. just came in recently, wanted to wait a few days for the review.let me tell you Vicki was amazing and as helpful as can be and kevin did repair and excellent job on my transmission as well as work with me . had a world of trouble with my warranty place but they did their best to help with it all and my car is running excellent. will be back soon for oil change and any future repairs. thanks guys.

  • Conley Smith
    Conley Smith
    2020-10-20
    Google

    My experience at Cottman was awesome! The waiting lounge was very clean and looked great. The front desk staff was kind and personable. My wheels got aligned very quickly and they did a great job for an awesome price! The owner is extremely professional and quite handsome as well.

  • Randall Vann
    Randall Vann
    2020-10-18
    Google

    Best shop to have your vehicle repaired. Professional and timely. Owner gives fair prices and easy to work with. I would highly recommend to anyone.

  • Mike Villegas
    Mike Villegas
    2020-10-15
    Google

    The work was excellent and done in a timely manner. Found the best pri ce for the work needed!!!

  • Justin Davis
    Justin Davis
    2020-10-10
    Google

    Great customer service!! The staff was very attentive. A issue arose while they were working on my vehicle, and the mechanics diagnosed it and where back on track in no time. What I liked the most was that they kept me in the loop while they tried to find a resolution.

  • Steve Lilley
    Steve Lilley
    2020-09-17
    Google

    Fast and efficient service.