Key Numbers
380
Total units open
373 franchised, 7 company-owned as of December 31, 2024
0
Units opened last year
11
Units closed last year
-11
Net unit growth
Systemforward America Franchise
Automotive 2026 FDD Analysis
Est. 2003 (23+ years)
Item 19 Available
Data extracted from SYSTEMFORWARD AMERICA, LLC's 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document, filed under FTC Rule 16 CFR 436. How we analyze FDDs →
Initial Investment Range
$117,565.95–$190,610.95
Franchise Fee
$23,000–$63,000
Royalty Rate
7% of Gross Sales
Ad Fund Contribution
1% of Gross Sales
Term Length
10 years
Number of Units (current)
380
Quick Verdict
SYSTEMFORWARD AMERICA, LLC fits first-time franchise buyers looking for a mid-scale automotive concept.
✓ Strengths
- Discloses Item 19 financial performance
- 309 units — strong system scale
- Grants exclusive territory protection
Key FDD Facts
FreeInitial Investment
$118K - $191K
Item 7 — see full financial breakdown
41th percentile | 54% below the Automotive industry average
Royalty Fee
7%
Item 6 — as reported in 2026 FDD · + 1% ad fund
Years in Business
23+ years
Item 1 — Founded 2003
Item 19 (Earnings Claims)
Disclosed
Financial performance data available in FDD
Item 19 Median Revenue ✓
$4.6M
Based on 316 units · calendar year 2025
Agreement Term
10 years
Item 10 — as reported in 2026 FDD
Company-Owned Units
7
Item 20 — as reported in 2026 FDD
Transfer Fee
$8K
Item 17 — as reported in 2026 FDD
Data shown is extracted from the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document filed with state regulators. Fees, investment ranges, and other terms may have changed since this filing. Always request the current FDD directly from the franchisor before making any investment decisions. This information is not financial, legal, or investment advice. Full disclaimer.
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PremiumIndustry Benchmarks
vs 62 Automotive peersInitial InvestmentLower than 59% of peers
Franchise FeeHigher than 78% of peers
System Size (Units)Higher than 77% of peers
Automotive Industry Averages
Avg Investment
$253,630 – $1,212,892
Avg Franchise Fee
$34,622
Avg System Size
340 units
Franchises Analyzed
62
How SYSTEMFORWARD AMERICA, LLC stacks up against direct competitors
| SYSTEMFORWARD AMERICA, LLC | SystemForward America, LLC a Louisiana Limited Liability Company (Pop-A-Lock) Similar price | Velofix Holdings USA, Inc. Biggest system | Valvoline Instant Oil Change Franchising, Inc. Top-rated in category | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industry: Automotive | ||||
| Franchise fee | $50K | $23K | $35K | $5K |
| Total investment | $118K–$191K | $118K–$191K | $1K–$252K | $192K–$3.5M |
| Royalty | 7% | 7 % | 8% | 6% of AGR |
| Total units | 309 | 380 | 9,453 | 1,071 |
| Item 19? | Yes | No | No | Yes |
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