The name “Prenlyn” is derived from the founders of the company, Prentice and Evelyn Beers, with “Pren” representing Prentice and “lyn” representing Evelyn. The company’s journey began in 1976 when Prentice, Evelyn, and their son Tracy established their first Midas location. Two years later, Tracy’s brother-in-law, Herb Hollinger, became a part of the company. Together, Tracy and Herb worked diligently to expand the business, opening new locations and acquiring existing franchises.
In 2010, Tracy’s sons, Brian and Chris Beers, joined the company and embarked on a comprehensive learning experience, starting from the ground up. In 2015, Brian assumed the role of President, while Chris became the Vice President. At that time, the company managed six locations in the Philadelphia market.
In 2016, Brian and Chris initiated an expansion plan, acquiring additional locations and opening new ones in the Philadelphia region. By 2021, Prenlyn had extended its presence into New Jersey, and in 2022, it further expanded into Allentown.