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3M Partners with Pep Boys

In the "3M Car Care Center at Pep Boys" consumers may choose among new services that they do not currently find at Pep Boys stores. Featured services of the "store-within-a-store" will include application of 3M(TM) Window Films and Scotchgard(TM) Paint Protection Film, automotive detailing, Scotchgard(TM) Vehicle Protection services, 3M professional headlight restoration, paintless dent removal, and more. Additional services will be introduced throughout 2011.

The "3M Car Care Center at Pep Boys" will open two pilot locations in late 2010 and early 2011. The Washington Boulevard location is set to open in November, and a second Southern California location will open in December or January. Expansion will be considered for 2011 and beyond, based upon the success of the first locations.

"We are thrilled to pilot the 3M Car Care Center at Pep Boys," said Scott Webb, Executive Vice President of Merchandising and Marketing at Pep Boys. "Pep Boys is already a full-service provider, and the addition of the 3M Car Care Center further supports our customer commitment to 'Does Everything. For Less.'"

"In addition, the launch of two locations in Southern California is ideal. We know that there are many passionate car enthusiasts in this area and we look forward to providing them with more unique services in car care at Pep Boys," added Webb.

The Washington Boulevard location will feature a 3M-branded bay for vehicle services. A closed-loop water reclamation system and wash pad will be set up inside the bay for a technician to clean the vehicle. Nearly all of the water used to wash the vehicles will be recycled, creating a very "green" method of washing a car. The lack of water waste and impact on sewage systems is important to both companies.

"3M has been in the automotive industry for nearly 100 years, with products for both the Do-It-Yourselfer and automotive professional," said Julie Elepano, 3M Car Care Center Business Manager. "The '3M Car Care Center at Pep Boys' brings our history of innovation and firsts to another level. We're eager to offer consumers more ways to maintain and improve their cars, and we're excited to be delivering this concept with Pep Boys as our partner."

3M has 3M-branded Car Care Centers in multiple locations around the globe, including China, Brazil, and India.

Pep Boys has more than 6,000 service bays in over 600 locations in 35 states and Puerto Rico. Along with its vehicle repair and maintenance capabilities, the company also serves the commercial auto parts delivery market and is one of the leading sellers of replacement tires in the United States.

A recognized leader in research and development, 3M produces thousands of innovative products for dozens of diverse markets. 3M's core strength is applying its more than 40 distinct technology platforms - often in combination - to a wide array of customer needs. With $23 billion in sales, 3M employs 75,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 65 countries.

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