Frank Andrew Daniels, Jr., known as Andy, took over the automotive repair business from his father in 1992. Facebook photo

A local company was designated one of America’s top small businesses by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Frank’s Automotive Repair, Inc. in Tulare is one of America’s 70 top small businesses, selected by the U.S. Chamber based on business growth, ability to overcome challenges, innovative strategies for success and community engagement.

Founded in 1960 by Frank Daniels, Sr., Frank’s Automotive Repair began in a gas station. Son Frank Andrew Daniels, Jr., known as Andy, took over the business in 1992.

Frank’s Automotive Repair was nominated for the award by the Tulare Chamber of Commerce CEO Donnette Silva Carter, reported thesungazette.com.

“It’s just a privilege to work here and to serve here with the people that we have,” Andy Daniels, who owns Frank’s Automotive with his wife, Jennie Daniels, told The Sun Gazette. “I hold it as a high honor for all of us. It’s not just me; it’s the team.”