The AAA Automobile Club of Southern California announced the closure of its West Hollywood branch located at 8761 Santa Monica Blvd. A sign posted at the store earlier this week says AAA will close its West Hollywood store effective November 3, 2023, leaving many residents and AAA members facing the loss of a local business. There is.
It’s not yet clear how long this branch has been in West Hollywood (one employee believes it’s been open for nearly 10 years), but the AAA Automobile Club is a familiar presence in West Hollywood, with a wide range of customers. We provide services. Membership includes extensive resources for emergency roadside assistance, travel planning, insurance services, and auto safety and maintenance. Its closure marks the end of an era for local drivers who have relied on the support and expertise of clubs within walking distance.
Management at the West Hollywood branch remained mum about the reason for the closure. A source told WEHO TIMES that high rents were a factor, as was the company’s need to downsize to a smaller location. The manager said they hope to open another store in West Hollywood in the near future.
Due to this closure, many AAA members in West Hollywood will have to seek assistance from neighboring communities for their future automotive needs. We have a Wilshire branch at 5126 Wilshire Blvd. in Los Angeles and a Santa Monica branch at 2730 Santa Monica Blvd. in Santa Monica, California, but wait times can be long during emergencies and difficult for those who prefer in-person service. This can be inconvenient.
“Thank you for being a loyal AAA member,” reads a sign posted in the front window. “Visit our Wilshire or Santa Monica branch, visit AAA.com to complete your transaction online, or use the Auto Club mobile app.”
The closure will continue a debate among local residents about the loss of yet another business in West Hollywood. Some have called for increased support for local businesses and organizations facing economic challenges in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
In the meantime, West Hollywood residents and AAA members must adjust to the reality that their local AAA no longer exists within city limits, meaning farewell to a trusted local resource.