LINE-X, manufacturer of high-performance protective coatings and industry-leading automotive and lifestyle accessories, was named the #1 Miscellaneous Auto Products and Services category for a record 11thconsecutive year as part of Entrepreneur Magazine’s 41st annual Franchise 500 rankings. LINE-X’s consistent growth, exceptional customer support, brand strength and low franchise fees also helped secure a ranking of #327 on the magazine’s prestigious Franchise 500 list. The Franchise 500 program uses a proprietary formula and more than 150 individual data points to rank the top 500 franchises out of more than 1,100 applicants across all industries which include restaurants, gyms, hotels, cleaning services and more.
This is LINE-X’s 17th appearance on Entrepreneur Magazine’s annual Franchise 500 list, which is now in its 41st year of ranking franchises nationally. The rankings were the first of its kind when introduced and the key factors that go into the evaluation include costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability.
As one of the largest automotive aftermarket retail franchises in North America, LINE-X has experienced tremendous growth and increased sales over the past 26 years and this year was no different. In 2019, LINE-X welcomed 32 new franchises, and even more are on pace to open in 2020, further expanding LINE-X’s presence across North America.