Who is Matco?

More Than Tools.

It's Your Future.

Since 1979, Matco Tools has been the trusted partner for professional mechanics who demand quality. Now we're looking for entrepreneurs who want to build something real.

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Matco Tools Franchise Opportunities

A Sustainable, Evolving Industry

As one of the top tool franchise opportunities, Matco Tools has the fastest growing automotive franchises providing professional tools, equipment, and tool storage for technicians that work in independent repair shops, dealerships, small engine repair, farm and industrial service, marine, motorsports, aviation and more.

There are over 320 million registered motor vehicles in the United States and Canada. Over 805,000 trained automotive technicians work to keep all of those vehicles maintained and working in perfect order. Mechanics and technicians consistently look for the quality tools they can trust to get the job done, and they trust Matco.

Matco by the Numbers

Four decades of building successful business owners!

1979

Year Founded

1800+

Franchise Owners

50,000+

Professional Customers

$400K

Average Annual Revenue*

Built by Technicians, For Technicians

Every Matco tool is designed with input from working professionals. We don't just sell tools – we solve problems that real mechanics face every day.

Professional-grade quality that lasts
Lifetime warranty on hand tools
Continuous innovation based on real feedback

Matco Tools Franchise Opportunities

Advantages of Becoming a Matco Tools Franchisee

Mobile keeps overhead low and puts you where customers buy: at the shop. Here are the big wins.

Lower Start-Up Costs No retail lease. Invest where it matters—inventory & route.

Mobile model avoids a build-out and large rent. Your spend goes to tools, truck, and customer financing—keeping fixed costs lean.

A Reliable Workforce — You No staff to hire or schedule. You control your day.

Run a high-touch route yourself—simpler ops, fewer moving parts, and direct relationships with every account.

Flexible Work Hours Build a route rhythm that fits your market—and your life.

Plan stops, service calls, and follow-ups around shop schedules for maximum face time and repeat business.

More Exposure Your store comes to the bay—every week.

Consistent route cycles keep you top-of-mind. Demonstrate tools in person and close sales on the spot.

Stronger Customer Relationships Trust builds with face-to-face service and credit options.

Weekly visits, warranty handling, and flexible payments create loyalty—and referrals—inside each shop.

More Sales Potential Demonstrations sell—try, buy, and finance on the truck.

Hands-on demos plus Matco’s time-payment options make it easy to convert interest into orders and repeat business.

Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Top 50 Franchises

Franchise Awards

Matco Tools is consistently recognized by Entrepreneur, Military-focused media, and leading franchise reviewers. These awards reflect the strength of our model and the trust we’ve earned from owners.

ENTREPRENEUR MAGAZINE

FRANCHISE 500 HALL OF FAME one of only 49 franchise brands to rank over 25 consecutive years
TOP 50 FRANCHISE 500 for over 30 consecutive years
TOP 5 Franchises to Start Under $100k
TOP 5 Veteran Franchises
TOP 5 for Home-Based Franchises
TOP 30 Fastest Growing Franchise Opportunities (US & Canada)
TOP 50 for Top Global Franchises
TOP IN TOOLS DISTRIBUTION Franchises over 6 times
TOP IN AUTOMOTIVE TOOLS SALES over 6 times
TOP 3 in Tools Category over 10 times

MILITARY TIMES

RANKED IN THE TOP 25 for Veteran Franchises

FRANCHISE DIRECT

RANKED IN TOP 100 Global Franchises

G.I. JOBS

Named a Military Friendly® Franchise, acknowledging support resources and a strong veteran community.

FRANCHISE BUSINESS REVIEW

RANKED IN TOP 5 for Franchises to Own

VETFRAN

Proud participant supporting veteran entrepreneurs with education and incentives through the IFA’s VetFran program.