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System Scale
1,765 franchised units across 49 states, with net growth of 44 outlets in 2025.
Protected Territory
Exclusive 3-mile radius around each approved site.
Supply Assurance
Required purchases of motor oils from Shell affiliate SOPUS Products.
About Jiffy Lube
Jiffy Lube International, Inc., a subsidiary of Shell USA, Inc., has franchised quick-lubrication and light maintenance service centers since 1979. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the system includes 1,765 franchised and 318 company-owned outlets across 49 states as of 2025. Franchisees operate under the Jiffy Lube trademark, serving cars and light trucks.
Service centers deliver oil changes, lubrication, and light repairs with an emphasis on speed and convenience. Franchisees must use a designated POS system and purchase motor oils from affiliate SOPUS Products. Operations occur within a protected 3-mile radius territory exclusive against other Jiffy Lube centers.
SOPUS Products is a wholly owned subsidiary of Shell USA, Inc., part of the Shell Group that owns and operates energy and petrochemical companies in more than 70 countries. SOPUS Products sells Pennzoil, Quaker State, and Shell brand motor oils, greases, and related products to franchisees.
The business model
How a Jiffy Lube territory actually makes money at the unit level.
Initial Investment
Ranges from $211,000 to $510,000 for new developments, covering franchise fee, real estate, equipment, inventory, advertising, insurance, training, and 6 months working capital.
Franchise Fee
$35,000, payable in installments: $10,000 upon signing, $25,000 after opening.
Ongoing Fees
4% royalty on Gross Sales (3% if paid on time), 1.5% marketing fee, 2.5% local/cooperative advertising.
Supply Requirements
100% bulk motor oil and 85% non-bulk from SOPUS Products; approved suppliers for equipment and POS.
Territory Protection
3-mile radius exclusivity after site approval; franchisor reserves rights to other branded activities.
Quick facts
Initial franchise fee
$35,000
Total investment range
$211,000 – $510,000
Royalty
4.00% of gross revenue
Marketing fund
1.50% of gross revenue
Founded
1979
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Active US franchisees
n/a
Total US units
n/a
Training & support
What the franchisor + parent platform provide. And what they don't.
What's provided
- +Franchise Boot Camp in Houston, TX, required for all day-to-day decision makers and corporate officers before opening.
- +Operations training and Jiffy Lube POS System training in Houston, TX, for initial employees of new centers.
- +Instructor-led training for service center managers: face-to-face ($250/student) or virtual ($75/student).
- +Ongoing management training courses for replacement managers, required every five years for management team.
- +POS software technical support during specified hours; field inspections and policy updates.
Capital + financing paths
Most operators use one of these four paths to fund the initial investment.
Equity Funding
Use personal cash or assets to cover $211,000-$510,000 investment range.
SBA Loans
Common for service franchises; qualify based on credit and $35,000 franchise fee.
Third-Party Lenders
Bank or equipment financing for real estate ($160,000-$400,000) and equipment ($125,000-$325,000).
Process timeline: inquiry → grand opening
Typical 12-16 week path from first call to launching your first customer route.
Weeks 1-4: Application and Qualification
Submit application, provide financials; franchisor reviews for approval.
Weeks 5-8: Site Selection
Identify and submit sites for franchisor approval; negotiate 3-mile territory.
Weeks 9-12: Training Preparation
Attend Franchise Boot Camp in Houston; schedule operations and POS training.
Months 4-6: Build-Out
Secure real estate, purchase equipment from approved vendors, stock inventory from SOPUS Products.
Weeks Pre-Opening: On-Site Training
Complete manager training; prepare for grand opening advertising.
Opening Week: Launch
Open service center; begin royalty and marketing fee reporting.
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How much does a Jiffy Lube franchise cost?
Initial franchise fee is $35,000, payable in installments.
What is the total initial investment for a Jiffy Lube franchise?
Ranges from $211,000 to $510,000 for new developments, including real estate, equipment, inventory, and 6 months working capital.
What are Jiffy Lube royalty fees?
4% of Gross Sales, reduced to 3% if paid on time; plus 1.5% marketing and 2.5% local advertising.
Does Jiffy Lube provide financial performance data?
Yes, Item 19 discloses Net Adjusted Sales for 2,049 franchised centers open 12 full months in 2023-2025, by quartiles.
What training does Jiffy Lube offer?
Franchise Boot Camp, operations and POS training in Houston; ongoing manager courses every 5 years.
What is the Jiffy Lube territory?
Exclusive 3-mile radius around the approved service center site.
How many Jiffy Lube franchises are there?
1,765 franchised units across 49 states as of 2025.
What supplies must Jiffy Lube franchisees buy?
Motor oils from affiliate SOPUS Products (100% bulk, 85% non-bulk); POS and equipment from approved sources.
Jiffy Lube franchise conversion fee?
$1,750,000 for centers in operation 12+ months under prior trademark.
Jiffy Lube vs other quick lube franchises?
Offers Shell-backed supply chain and 2,000+ unit scale; Item 19 provides quartile sales data unlike many peers.