Empower Your Entrepreneurial Spirit with a Smith's Lube and Repair Franchise!
Empower Your Entrepreneurial Spirit with a Smith's Lube and Repair Franchise!
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
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
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.
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.
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.
VERIFIED PERFORMANCE METRICS:
VERIFIED PERFORMANCE METRICS:
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.
Revenue Range: $185,000 - $225,000
Primary Focus: Servicing existing fleet contracts while adding 3-5 local accounts
Revenue Range: $235,000 - $275,000
Primary Focus: Optimizing service mix toward higher-margin diagnostic work
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
Revenue Range: $185,000 - $225,000
Primary Focus: Servicing existing fleet contracts while adding 3-5 local accounts
Revenue Range: $235,000 - $275,000
Primary Focus: Optimizing service mix toward higher-margin diagnostic work
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
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 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:
Fleet managers document average downtime reduction of 27% ($45-65 per hour savings) with on-site mobile service, translating directly to their bottom line
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
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
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.
The transition from technician to business owner happens through our structured 30 day process:
Complete territory validation assessment
Review Franchise Disclosure Document
Develop preliminary business plan
Direct conversations with current territory operator
Virtual ride-along with established franchisee
Territory confirmation and service area mapping
Franchise agreement execution
Equipment procurement and vehicle customization
Initial fleet maintenance scheduling
On-site operational training in Lafayette, LA
Systems implementation and technical certification
First revenue-generating service appointments
The transition from technician to business owner happens through our structured 30 day process:
Complete territory validation assessment
Review Franchise Disclosure Document
Develop preliminary business plan
Direct conversations with current territory operator
Virtual ride-along with established franchisee
Territory confirmation and service area mapping
Franchise agreement execution
Equipment procurement and vehicle customization
Initial fleet maintenance scheduling
On-site operational training in Lafayette, LA
Systems implementation and technical certification
First revenue-generating service appointments
OUR PERFORMANCE
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.
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.
EQUIPMENT & PARTS
GUARANTEE
Specialized repairs requiring tools beyond your initial package are covered through our partnerships with Snap-on and major parts distributors.
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
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.
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.
EQUIPMENT & PARTS
GUARANTEE
Specialized repairs requiring tools beyond your initial package are covered through our partnerships with Snap-on and major parts distributors.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Get In Touch
Assistance Hours
Mon – Sat 9:00am – 8:00pm
Sunday – CLOSED
Phone Number:
(337) 267-8978
Office
PO Box 61602
Lafayette, LA 70596
Call
(337) 267-8978
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