The franchise dealer network, too, was rapidly becoming a reality.

She began working at a gas station at age 16 and progressed through the ranks to become manager, franchise dealer, and eventually formed a company to benefit under-performing gas stations.

You tend to pay more at franchised dealers as they often handle the most desirable stock.

The average hourly rate for mechanics has reached 75.17, while franchise dealers are charging 94.70, compared with 87.91 in 2006.

The franchised dealers don't make that much on the sale of new cars.