What is the registration number for the "CarNow Acceptance Company" trademark used by Byrider?
Byrider Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Mark | Registration Number | Registration Date |
|---|---|---|
| CNAC CarNow Acceptance | 1,839,624 | June 14, 1994 |
| Company | ||
| CNAC | 2,539,885 | February 19, 2002 |
| CarNow Acceptance Company | 4,912,117 | March 8, 2016 |
| DIRIVE | 2,492,626 | September 25, 2001 |
| GOJDB | 4,185,747 | August 7, 2012 |
| GOJDB.COM | 4,403,955 | September 17, 2013 |
| 5,992,380 | February 18, 2020 | |
| 5,992,381 | February 18, 2020 | |
| 5,893,110 | October 22, 2019 | |
| 5,992,382 | February 18, 2020 | |
| BYRIDER | 6,356,475 | May 18, 2021 |
| byrider | 6,356,476 | May 18, 2021 |
| BUY. FINANCE. DRIVE ON. | 6,356,478 | May 18, 2021 |
| byrider | 6,356,477 | May 18, 2021 |
| BUY, FINANCE, DRIVE ON. |
Source: Item 13 — Trademarks (FDD pages 51–54)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Byrider's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the trademark "CarNow Acceptance Company" has a registration number of 4,912,117. This trademark is registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The registration date for this trademark is March 8, 2016.
As a Byrider franchisee, you have the right to use Byrider's trademarks, service marks, and commercial symbols, including "CarNow Acceptance Company", when operating your business, provided you adhere to Byrider's usage rules. You cannot use the mark as part of your corporate or legal business name or with unauthorized modifications.
It is important to note that Byrider Franchising Partners has the sole discretion to take action regarding any infringement or challenge to the use of any mark. If Byrider directs you to modify or discontinue the use of any mark due to a trademark infringement challenge, you must comply with their directions. Byrider will reimburse you for reasonable direct expenses of changing printed advertising and marketing materials for which you have paid, but not for lost revenue or promotion expenditures for a modified mark. Byrider will indemnify you against damages for which you are held liable in any proceeding from your authorized use of any Mark.
Prospective franchisees should be aware of these trademark details as they outline the rights and responsibilities associated with using Byrider's intellectual property. Understanding these aspects is crucial for operating a Byrider franchise in compliance with the franchise agreement and protecting the brand's integrity.