Empower Your Entrepreneurial Spirit with a Smith's Lube and Repair Franchise!

Empower Your Entrepreneurial Spirit with a Smith's Lube and Repair Franchise!

SMITH'S LUBE & REPAIR FRANCHISE

TURN WRENCHES INTO WEALTH

Own a Lucrative Mobile Auto Repair Business With Zero Storefront Costs and Access to Established Fleet Accounts

SMITH'S LUBE & REPAIR FRANCHISE

TURN WRENCHES INTO WEALTH

Own a Lucrative Mobile Auto Repair Business With Zero Storefront Costs and Access to Established Fleet Accounts

ABOUT US

  • Named "Most Innovative Service Model" by ASE (2023)

  • Featured in Motor Age Magazine's "Future of Automotive Service"

  • #1 in Franchisee Satisfaction among Automotive Service Franchises

Protected Service Territories Are Limited – Claim Yours Today!

ABOUT US

  • Named "Most Innovative Service Model" by ASE (2023)

  • Featured in Motor Age Magazine's "Future of Automotive Service"

  • #1 in Franchisee Satisfaction among Automotive Service Franchises

Protected Service Territories Are Limited – Claim Yours Today!

THE SHOP WITHOUT WALLS: THE SMITH'S ADVANTAGE

Did you know 25-40% of every repair dollar typically goes straight to facility costs? Our mobile platform eliminates this crushing overhead while offering what traditional shops can't: bringing expert service directly to vehicles, saving customers time and you money.

THE SHOP WITHOUT WALLS: THE SMITH'S ADVANTAGE

Did you know 25-40% of every repair dollar typically goes straight to facility costs? Our mobile platform eliminates this crushing overhead while offering what traditional shops can't: bringing expert service directly to vehicles, saving customers time and you money.

YOUR COMPLETE MOBILE OPERATION INCLUDES:

Smith's Lube & Repair

Protected Territory Rights

  • Exclusive 50-mile service radius (approximately 7,850 square miles) backed by demographic analysis ensuring sufficient vehicle population

  • Legal protection against competition from other Smith's operators, guaranteeing your customer base

Ready-Made Client Base

  • 14 national fleet contracts (including Enterprise, Penske, and government agencies) already secured for your territory

  • Predictable, recurring maintenance work scheduled from your very first week, eliminating "cold start" client acquisition

Technical Mastery Support

  • 24/7 hotline access to ASE-certified Master Level 1 diagnosticians specialized in complex electrical and drivability issues

  • Structured quarterly training on emerging technologies (including EV diagnostics) at our technical center with hands-on certification

Complete Business Infrastructure

  • Tablet-based management system handling scheduling, digital multi-point inspections, parts ordering, and customer communication

  • Tablet-based management system handling scheduling, digital multi-point inspections, parts ordering, and customer communication

Field-Ready Service Platform

  • $18,500 Snap-on diagnostic system (included in franchise fee) with bi-annual software updates for all domestic and foreign vehicles

  • Purpose-built service vehicle meeting Department of Transportation standards with independent power generation and compressor systems

  • 8,000-pound capacity portable lift system providing complete undercarriage access for 90% of passenger and light commercial vehicles

Territory Exclusivity

  • Enjoy the security and potential of operating in your exclusive territory, preventing internal competition and maximizing your business opportunities.

This isn't just a toolbox and a truck—it's a complete business system allowing you to deliver professional service anywhere while maintaining higher margins than traditional shops.

YOUR COMPLETE MOBILE OPERATION INCLUDES:

Smith's Lube & Repair

Protected Territory Rights

  • Exclusive 50-mile service radius (approximately 7,850 square miles) backed by demographic analysis ensuring sufficient vehicle population

  • Legal protection against competition from other Smith's operators, guaranteeing your customer base

Ready-Made Client Base

  • 14 national fleet contracts (including Enterprise, Penske, and government agencies) already secured for your territory

  • Predictable, recurring maintenance work scheduled from your very first week, eliminating "cold start" client acquisition

Technical Mastery Support

  • 24/7 hotline access to ASE-certified Master Level 1 diagnosticians specialized in complex electrical and drivability issues

  • Structured quarterly training on emerging technologies (including EV diagnostics) at our technical center with hands-on certification

Complete Business Infrastructure

  • Tablet-based management system handling scheduling, digital multi-point inspections, parts ordering, and customer communication

  • Tablet-based management system handling scheduling, digital multi-point inspections, parts ordering, and customer communication

Field-Ready Service Platform

  • $18,500 Snap-on diagnostic system (included in franchise fee) with bi-annual software updates for all domestic and foreign vehicles

  • Purpose-built service vehicle meeting Department of Transportation standards with independent power generation and compressor systems

  • 8,000-pound capacity portable lift system providing complete undercarriage access for 90% of passenger and light commercial vehicles

Territory Exclusivity

  • Enjoy the security and potential of operating in your exclusive territory, preventing internal competition and maximizing your business opportunities.

This isn't just a toolbox and a truck—it's a complete business system allowing you to deliver professional service anywhere while maintaining higher margins than traditional shops.

VERIFIED PERFORMANCE METRICS:

WHAT TOP PERFORMERS EARN

Performance Indicator:

Annual Revenue

Industry Average:

$175,000 - $225,000

Smith's Operators:

$275,000 - $325,000

Performance Indicator:

Gross Profit Margin

Industry Average:

38% - 42%

Smith's Operators:

54% - 62%

Performance Indicator:

Client Retention

Industry Average:

63%

Smith's Operators:

79%

Performance Indicator:

Break-Even Timeline:

Industry Average:

18-24 months

Smith's Operators:

3-6 months

**Based on established operators in our network as detailed in our 2023 Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 19). First-year operators typically achieve 65-75% of these figures while building their client base.

VERIFIED PERFORMANCE METRICS:

WHAT TOP PERFORMERS EARN

Performance Indicator

Annual Revenue:

Gross Profit Margin:

Client Retention:

Services Per Vehicle:

Break-Even Timeline:

Industry Average

$175,000 - $225,000

38% - 42%

63%

2.1 monthly

18-24 months

Smith's Operators

$275,000 - $325,000

54% - 62%

79%

3.4 monthly

3-6 months

Based on established operators in our network as detailed in our 2023 Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 19). First-year operators typically achieve 65-75% of these figures while building their client base.

YOUR 3-YEAR TRAJECTORY

YEAR 1: FOUNDATION

Revenue Range: $185,000 - $225,000

Primary Focus: Servicing existing fleet contracts while adding 3-5 local accounts

YEAR 2: EXPANSION

Revenue Range: $235,000 - $275,000

Primary Focus: Optimizing service mix toward higher-margin diagnostic work

YEAR 3: OPTIMIZATION

Revenue Range: $275,000 - $325,000+

Primary Focus: Developing premium service packages and expanding technical capacity

**Option to add second service vehicle or territory expansion

YOUR 3-YEAR TRAJECTORY

YEAR 1: FOUNDATION

Revenue Range: $185,000 - $225,000

Primary Focus: Servicing existing fleet contracts while adding 3-5 local accounts

YEAR 2: EXPANSION

Revenue Range: $235,000 - $275,000

Primary Focus: Optimizing service mix toward higher-margin diagnostic work

YEAR 3: OPTIMIZATION

Revenue Range: $275,000 - $325,000+

Primary Focus: Developing premium service packages and expanding technical capacity

**Option to add second service vehicle or territory expansion

The Investment:

TRADITIONAL VS MOBILE

INVESTMENT COMPARISON:

Investment Category

Initial Franchise Fee:

Facility Investment:

Equipment & Lifts:

Initial Parts Stock:

Operating Capital:

TOTAL INVESTMENT:

MONTHLY OVERHEAD:

Traditional Fixed Location

$50,000 - $75,000

$300,000+ or $4,200/mo

$150,000 - $300,000

$35,000 - $75,000

$75,000 - $150,000

$610,000 - $900,000

$12,500 - $18,000

Smith's Mobile Platform

$60,000

$0

$42,500 - $59,855

Included

$17,500 - $30,000

$80,679 - $119,855

$3,200 - $4,100

Your Advantage

Comparable

$300,000+

$107,500+

$35,000+

$57,500+

$530,000+

$9,300+

Investment figures based on industry averages for comparable service operations and Smith's Franchise Disclosure Document.

WHY SMITH'S OUTPERFORMS OTHER MOBILE FRANCHISES

Competitive Factor

Revenue Source:

Territory Rights:

Technical Support:

Equipment Package:

Service Scope:

Marketing Support:

Financial Transparency:

Other Mobile Franchises

Cold start customer acquisition

Often limited or non-exclusive

Typically business hours only

Basic diagnostic tools

Often limited to maintenance

Generic national campaigns

Limited data disclosure

The Smith's Advantage

Pre-secured national fleet contracts

Fully protected 50-mile radius

24/7 master technician access

Complete Snap-on diagnostic suite

Full diagnostic and repair capabilities

Territory-specific conquest marketing

Comprehensive earnings data in FDD

THE EVOLVING MARKET OPPORTUNITY

The traditional shop-based service model faces unprecedented challenges, creating a perfect market opening for mobile service providers who can fill critical gaps. Some industry transformation indicators include:

Service Efficiency Revolution:

Fleet managers document average downtime reduction of 27% ($45-65 per hour savings) with on-site mobile service, translating directly to their bottom line

Consumer Behavior Shift:

Independent market research shows 68% of vehicle owners willingly pay 15-22% premium pricing for mobile service that eliminates inconvenient drop-offs and rental car needs

Supply-Demand Imbalance:

Commercial vehicle registrations increased 14% nationwide (5.2 million additional vehicles) since 2020, while traditional service bay count actually decreased 8% (11,400 fewer bays) during the same period

Technical Complexity Acceleration:

Electric vehicle adoption (growing 40% annually) requires specialized diagnostic equipment and training that 76% of traditional shops haven't implemented, particularly for mobile battery health assessment

The mobile service model's trajectory mirrors the quick lube revolution of the early 1990s - initially dismissed as niche before becoming the industry standard within a decade. Companies like Jiffy Lube secured market dominance by establishing locations early, while latecomers struggled to find viable territories.

Today's territory holders will control tomorrow's market. The window for securing protected geographic areas with optimal fleet concentration is narrowing rapidly as awareness of this business model spreads throughout the automotive service industry.

YOUR PATH TO OWNERSHIP

The transition from technician to business owner happens through our structured 30 day process:

WEEK 1:

DISCOVERY & EVALUATION

Complete territory validation assessment

Review Franchise Disclosure Document

Develop preliminary business plan

WEEK 2:

DEEP DIVE & VALIDATION

Direct conversations with current territory operator

Virtual ride-along with established franchisee

Territory confirmation and service area mapping

WEEK 3-4:

COMMITMENT & PREPARATION

Franchise agreement execution

Equipment procurement and vehicle customization

Initial fleet maintenance scheduling

WEEK 5:

HANDS-ON CERTIFICATION

On-site operational training in Lafayette, LA

Systems implementation and technical certification

First revenue-generating service appointments

YOUR PATH TO OWNERSHIP

The transition from technician to business owner happens through our structured 30 day process:

WEEK 1:

DISCOVERY & EVALUATION

Complete territory validation assessment

Review Franchise Disclosure Document

Develop preliminary business plan

WEEK 2:

DEEP DIVE & VALIDATION

Direct conversations with current territory operator

Virtual ride-along with established franchisee

Territory confirmation and service area mapping

WEEK 3-4:

COMMITMENT & PREPARATION

Franchise agreement execution

Equipment procurement and vehicle customization

Initial fleet maintenance scheduling

WEEK 5:

HANDS-ON CERTIFICATION

On-site operational training in Lafayette, LA

Systems implementation and technical certification

First revenue-generating service appointments

OUR PERFORMANCE

GUARANTEES

#1

FLEET WORKLOAD

GUARANTEE

If your schedule doesn't include at least 10 fleet vehicles in your first 30 days, we'll supplement your calendar with additional national accounts until it does.

#2

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

GUARANTEE

You're never alone on difficult diagnoses. If our master technicians can't solve an issue remotely within 30 minutes, we dispatch hands-on technical support at our expense.

#3

EQUIPMENT & PARTS

GUARANTEE

Specialized repairs requiring tools beyond your initial package are covered through our partnerships with Snap-on and major parts distributors.

SECURE YOUR FUTURE NOW

This isn't a typical franchise opportunity – it's a complete business transformation leveraging your technical expertise into genuine wealth creation:

  • Guaranteed Service Volume from day one with established fleet accounts

  • Zero Facility Overhead keeping your hard-earned dollars where they belong

  • Six-Figure Earning Potential utilizing the skills you've spent years perfecting

  • Protected Territory Rights ensuring your customer base remains yours alone

With Smith's Lube & Repair, you’re not just joining a proven business; you’re stepping into a market that’s growing fast, and with our mobile service model, you’re positioning yourself to tap into that demand before competitors even realize the opportunity is there.

Act now and lock in your territory before it's taken by someone else. This is your chance to make a lasting impact in your market, don’t let it slip away.

OUR PERFORMANCE

GUARANTEES

#1

FLEET WORKLOAD

GUARANTEE

If your schedule doesn't include at least 10 fleet vehicles in your first 30 days, we'll supplement your calendar with additional national accounts until it does.

#2

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

GUARANTEE

You're never alone on difficult diagnoses. If our master technicians can't solve an issue remotely within 30 minutes, we dispatch hands-on technical support at our expense.

#3

EQUIPMENT & PARTS

GUARANTEE

Specialized repairs requiring tools beyond your initial package are covered through our partnerships with Snap-on and major parts distributors.

SECURE YOUR FUTURE NOW

This isn't a typical franchise opportunity – it's a complete business transformation leveraging your technical expertise into genuine wealth creation:

  • Guaranteed Service Volume from day one with established fleet accounts

  • Zero Facility Overhead keeping your hard-earned dollars where they belong

  • Six-Figure Earning Potential utilizing the skills you've spent years perfecting

  • Protected Territory Rights ensuring your customer base remains yours alone

With Smith's Lube & Repair, you’re not just joining a proven business; you’re stepping into a market that’s growing fast, and with our mobile service model, you’re positioning yourself to tap into that demand before competitors even realize the opportunity is there.

Act now and lock in your territory before it's taken by someone else. This is your chance to make a lasting impact in your market, don’t let it slip away.

YOUR BURNING QUESTIONS ANSWERED

"How do I handle larger jobs without a lift bay?"

Our mobile lift system handles 90% of repair scenarios. For the remaining 10%, our national shop network provides access to lift bays at wholesale rates when needed, preserving your margins.

"What happens in bad weather?"

Fleet contracts include access to covered facilities for scheduled maintenance during extreme weather. Your territory analysis identifies weather-protected service locations and provides seasonal scheduling optimization.

"How do I compete with established shops?"

You don't – you provide what they can't. Our model eliminates the customer's greatest pain point: vehicle drop-off and pickup. Fleet managers value reduced downtime, while individual owners value convenience enough to pay premium rates.

"What parts support do I have?"

Your territory includes established relationships with multiple parts suppliers offering dedicated delivery within your service area. Our proprietary sourcing system connects you to real-time inventory across all major suppliers.

TERRITORY AVAILABILITY IS LIMITED – SECURE YOURS TODAY

The automotive service industry is evolving rapidly. Mobile service isn't the future – it's the present. The only question is whether you'll own that change or watch someone else capitalize on it.

What they say about us

Testimonials

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Smith Mobile Lube Customer

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Post Address and Mail

Office Address:

PO Box 61602

Lafayette, LA 70596

Get In Touch

Assistance Hours

Mon – Sat 9:00am – 8:00pm

Sunday – CLOSED

Phone Number:

(337) 267-8978


Lafayette, LA, USA

Office

PO Box 61602

Lafayette, LA 70596

Call

(337) 267-8978

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