About Driving Academy Franchise
Driving Academy is a truck driving school franchise offering comprehensive classroom instruction and hands on training to prepare students for commercial driving license exams.
The brand provides an affordable, full service path into the professional trucking industry for aspiring commercial drivers.
The franchise fee is $50,000.
Driving Academy Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 10% of Due by the of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $224,200 – $557,300 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $224K–$557K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (10% of Due by the) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT To Whom Type of P | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Technology | $9,700 | $15,000 |
| Equipment, | $65,000 | $189,000 |
| Real Estate | $14,950 | $27,700 |
| Leasehold | $1,500 | $21,500 |
| Utilities | $200 | $500 |
| Suppliers Signage | $3,500 | $6,000 |
| Start Up Inventory | $4,000 | $7,500 |
| Grand Opening | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Franchise Disclosure Document To Whom Type of Payment is to Expenditure Amount M | $27,500 | $135,000 |
| Vehicle Graphics | $4,500 | $10,800 |
| Staffing | $12,000 | $30,800 |
| Insurance | $850 | $2,000 |
| Must pay for at least one month before opening Travel, Lodging | $1,950 | $4,000 |
| Business | $550 | $2,500 |
| authorities and other Professional Third Parties Fees Additional Funds | $25,000 | $50,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $2,500 |
| Renewal Fee | $15,000 |
| Technology Fee | $500 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer financing. |
Driving Academy Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Driving Academy Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Driving Academy System Growth
Driving Academy currently operates 12 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
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