Part of a superb driving experience is having quality automotive glass for visibility and safety. This is what Filipino company Universal Glass Co. Inc. – makers of Aguila Auto Glass – prides itself on, as it approaches seven decades of helping motorists see the way.
Spouses Atty. Lauro and Maria Aguila founded Universal Glass Co. Inc. in 1952
Universal Glass was founded in 1952 by spouses Atty. Lauro and Maria Aguila, capitalizing on the country’s post-war economic boom. The first store opened in Avenida, Rizal on February 18, 1952 featuring 650 square meters divided into a retail space and warehouse.
From those modest beginnings, Aguila Auto Glass now has 25 branches, located across the island of Luzon from Laoag to Legaspi. The name has now become synonymous with excellent aftermarket glass used for automotive windshields and windows, catering to the needs of local motorists.
Aguila Auto Glass has become a recognizable name in the business
One of the biggest challenges that the company faced came in the form of the COVID-19 pandemic, as its biggest market was forced to stay home due to restrictions. Along with trust, reliability, and safety as its guiding principles, Aguila Auto Glass counted on its industry expertise and strong company culture to flourish despite the odds.
“We have come together as a family and kept things going,” said Aguila Auto Glass President Sophia Mirasol. “With #Alagangaguila, we continued to run the business despite strict restrictions and we kept each of our team members and their families safe and healthy.”
The company also engages in corporate social responsibility activities
She adds that this level of care has carried over to how the company does business, expressing optimism that the market will recover and enable them to recoup their losses. Meanwhile, Aguila Auto Glass continues to build on its strengths by innovating products and services on the road to being a one-stop auto glass shop.
Among these innovations are the addition of glass-related products such as wipers and tint to Aguila’s range of services. Specific branches even have tint rooms where customers can readily have their glass tint installed. Aguila also now accepts cashless payments through GCash, GrabPay, and PayMaya, with credit card transactions allowed in select branches.
Like its products, Aguila Auto Glass exhibits strength
While imitation is the best form of flattery, Aguila reminds its customers to be wary of scams that unscrupulous parties might exploit to misrepresent the brand. Those who want to avail of the leading auto glass brand in the business need only look for the red eagle head as a sign of quality.
As Aguila Auto Glass approaches its 70th year, it refuses to rest on its laurels, pushing the envelope in the level of its products and services while striving to look for more market opportunities. Like glass, this is a legacy that has been tempered by time and experience, resulting in strength and clarity.
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