Car-X Auto Service vs ATL Motor Mate Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Car-X Auto Service vs ATL Motor Mate including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Car-X Auto Service Franchise
ATL Motor Mate Franchise
Investment $214,000 - $326,000$125,000
Franchise Fee $25,000$32,000
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19711985
Year Franchised 19731986
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Car-X Auto Service Franchise
ATL Motor Mate Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Managerial skills
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    Financing Options

     
    Car-X Auto Service Franchise
    ATL Motor Mate Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoYes/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/YesYes/Yes
    Equipment No/YesYes/Yes
    Inventory No/YesYes/Yes
    Receivables No/NoYes/Yes
    Payroll No/NoYes/Yes

    Training & Support

     
    Car-X Auto Service Franchise
    ATL Motor Mate Franchise
    Training Available at headquarters, Available at franchisee's location-
    Support Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations 58% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans

     
    Car-X Auto Service Franchise
    ATL Motor Mate Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion NoNo

    Company Overviews

    About Car-X Auto Service

    Dedicated to serving you for almost 30 years, Car-X Auto Service is more than just a place that repairs your vehicle. In fact, Car-X prides itself on providing you with a commitment to our Five Star Service. We began franchising in 1973 and have grown to become one of the dominant brands for undercar service in the midwestern U.S. Income opportunities are provided primarily by brakes, exhaust, road handling, steering systems, tune-ups, air conditioning, tires and oil changes for all makes of cars and light trucks.
     

    Car-X franchise owners have the freedom to run their own businesses while sharing the resources of a proven and trusted brand with almost 50 years of experience. Advantages of joining the Car-X Family include (but are not limited to):

    • Brand recognition and outstanding customer retention rates
    • Start-up assistance and continued support
    • Negotiated vendor pricing and buying power
    • Technical onsite and online team training programs
    • Marketing and advertising support
    • Lowest royalty and start-up fees in the industry

    About ATL Motor Mate

    Come join the recession-proof auto care industry with your own ATL Motor Mate. When you partner with us you will receive the benefit of our proven business model, site selection assistance, ongoing training and support, marketing plans and much more! Don't wait; contact us today!