TOMMY'S EXPRESS
Tommy's Express franchises operate ultra-modern express car washes featuring innovative systems like acrylic roofs, conveyor belt washes, modular control stations, and interior vacuums for automated washing, drying, detailing, and related services. The business model centers on franchising single-unit operations or multi-unit developments, requiring substantial initial investments of $4.9M to $8.5M, including fees paid to the franchisor or affiliates. They target automobile owners and users in the growing car wash and detailing segment, competing with other fixed-site and mobile service providers.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
4% royalty + 1% brand development fund + $98/mo technology fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 164 franchised outlets open for 12 months or more in 2024. Quartile data is based on 78 franchised outlets open before January 1, 2022.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How TOMMY'S EXPRESS Compares to Other Automotive Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 100% of Automotive Services franchises
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Automotive Services
- One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Automotive Services
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TOMMY'S EXPRESS Current | $5.0M - $8.5M | $50K | 4.0% | 206 |
| Tire Pros | $12K - $137K | $7K | N/A | 644 |
| MICHELIN RETREAD TECHNOLOGIES (MICHELIN COMMERCIAL SERVICE NETWORK) | $189K - $4.3M | $3K | N/A | 340 |
| CHRISTIAN BROTHERS AUTOMOTIVE | $550K - $680K | $135K | 50.0% | 302 |
| CHRISTIAN BROTHERS AUTOMOTIVE | $530K - $645K | $135K | 50.0% | 265 |
| 1-800-Radiator & A/C | $464K - $1.3M | $45K | 8.0% | 193 |
Automotive Services Average 24 franchises | $442K - $985K | $47K | 12.8% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 24 Automotive Services franchises by location count.
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for TOMMY'S EXPRESS franchisees (2018 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a TOMMY'S EXPRESS franchise?
The total initial investment to open a TOMMY'S EXPRESS franchise ranges from $4,976,759 to $8,522,378. This includes a franchise fee of $50,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 4.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a TOMMY'S EXPRESS franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a TOMMY'S EXPRESS franchise is $1,647,523. The median revenue is $1,566,920.
How many TOMMY'S EXPRESS franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, TOMMY'S EXPRESS has 206 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2016.
Can you get an SBA loan for a TOMMY'S EXPRESS franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for TOMMY'S EXPRESS franchises. Historical data shows 26 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for TOMMY'S EXPRESS franchisees, with an average loan amount of $3,530,919. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is TOMMY'S EXPRESS a good franchise to buy?
TOMMY'S EXPRESS shows several positive indicators: established brand with 206+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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