Top Five Automotive Service Franchise Opportunities in 2022

Recovering from pandemic-related disruptions in 2020, the United States automotive service market was valued at $64.4 billion in 2021, and it is expected to reach $76.9 billion by 2027, registering a compound annual growth rate of around 3% during the forecast period, according to Mordor Intelligence.

It’s a great time to invest in an automotive service franchise. Here are five options to consider. 

Power Trucks USA

Investment Range: $258,775 - $498,207

Startup Costs: $258,775 - $498,207

Unit Count: 1

Power Trucks USA is a one-stop automotive accessory shop and service center that is getting ready to expand across the country through franchising. In 2005, owner Jeremiah Fiel opened a small, off-road specialty shop that first specialized in spray-in bed liners but quickly expanded into a full customization center for Jeeps, SUVs, trucks and cars. Over the years, Fiel perfected the business model, building relationships with reliable suppliers and crafting multiple revenue streams like window tinting, audio systems, interior upgrades and general vehicle maintenance. 

Detail Garage
Investment Range: $150,975 - $260,450

Startup Costs: $150,975 - $260,450

Unit Count: 80+ 

Detail Garage is North America’s go-to retail franchise for car care, professional auto detailing supplies, detailing equipment, car care accessories and training. Since it opened, Detail Garage has become a full automotive-lifestyle brand by combining globally recognized retail products with industry-leading innovations, providing customers with the best the industry has to offer in terms of products, tools, accessories and consumer education. 

Midas
Investment Range: $212,150 - $595,512

Startup Costs: $212,150 - $595,512

Unit Count: 2,100

The Midas brand is one of the most globally recognized leaders in the automotive industry. Since its founding in 1956, it has evolved into an established car care expert company, offering a wide variety of maintenance and repair services including brake repair, scheduled car maintenance, exhaust repair, new tires, oil change, steering repair, suspension systems repair, wheel alignment, and more.

CARSTAR

Investment Range: $298,200 - $804,300

Startup Costs: $298,200 - $804,300

Unit Count: 700+

CARSTAR is one of the largest multi-shop operator networks of independently owned collision repair facilities in the U.S. in Canada. The franchise offers auto body repair, paintless dent repair, storm damage repair with 24/7 accident assistance. Carstar helps repair shop franchisees, many of which are family-owned businesses, become better equipped, recognizable and more accessible, according to Entrepreneur.

ProLife Garage Doors
Investment Range: $103,600 - $143,500

Startup Costs: $103,600 - $143,500
 

Unit Count: 20+

For the past 40 years. ProLift Garage Doors* has been repairing and replacing overhead garage doors. The franchise was acquired by Premium Service Brands in 2015, providing it with industry-leading support. Today, ProLift Garage Doors performs installation, repair, replacement and servicing of overhead garage doors and loading dock components for residential and commercial clients through 25 franchises across 20 states.