What is Bumper Man's definition of 'Major Dealerships'?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
These market factors may include: the number of Major Dealerships, the number of regional and local dealerships, and the size and demographics of the local population. "Major Dealerships" means authorized dealers of a nationally recognized automobile brand (e.g., General Motors, Ford, Toyota, Honda, FCA US Brands (e.g. Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep) and any automobile or truck dealerships stocking an average of at least 50 used vehicles each month).
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 22–27)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bumper Man's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, 'Major Dealerships' are defined as authorized dealers of nationally recognized automobile brands. These brands include, but are not limited to, General Motors, Ford, Toyota, Honda, and FCA US Brands such as Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep.
In addition to representing a nationally recognized brand, a 'Major Dealership' must also stock an average of at least 50 used vehicles each month. This definition is relevant because the number of Major Dealerships in a Designated Area is one of the market factors that Bumper Man considers when determining the size and boundaries of a franchisee's territory.
For a prospective franchisee, understanding this definition is crucial for evaluating the potential of a Designated Area. A territory with a higher concentration of 'Major Dealerships' may present more opportunities for Bumper Man to provide its mobile bumper repair services, potentially leading to increased business volume and revenue.