LINE-X Expanded Franchise Footprint in 2026
The protection services company added nine new locations and awarded 17 territories throughout the year.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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LINE-X opened nine new franchise locations across North America in 2026. The company also awarded 17 new franchise territories within the United States and Canada throughout the year.
Why it matters
Growth across the network reflects an increased local demand for upfitting and vehicle protection services. Existing owners have contributed to this momentum by signing six separate expansion agreements for additional sites.
LINE-X opened nine locations in 2026 and signed six expansion agreements with existing owners. The firm expects a total of 11 new locations to be operational by the end of the year.
The players
LINE-X
The company provides automotive upfitting and protective coating services and has operated for more than 30 years.
Franchise Support Center
This internal division provides the infrastructure and guidance required for new franchisees to move from contract signing to opening.
The details
The company established a standardized support system through its Franchise Support Center to guide new owners from the initial signing phase to their official opening day. New facilities have appeared in markets including Roanoke, Virginia; South Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; La Porte, Texas; Dodgeville, Wisconsin; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; and Indianapolis, Indiana.
Timeline
LINE-X opened nine new franchise locations during 2026.
Seventeen new franchise territories were awarded in 2026.
Two additional locations are scheduled to open in October 2026.
Market Landscape
The 2026 expansion follows a pattern set by three decades of market growth and service specialization for LINE-X. This steady growth positions the brand to maintain its competitive advantage in the specialized vehicle protection and upfitting sector.
Customers in regions like Virginia, Texas, and Indiana can expect easier access to professional vehicle upfitting and protection services as these new sites begin operations. The increase in local franchise availability aims to reduce wait times and broaden service options for vehicle owners.
The takeaway
Ongoing expansion in the automotive service sector suggests sustained consumer interest in vehicle customization and long-term protection. Prospective investors should note that established franchise models often leverage existing owner growth to fuel new territory development.
What happens next
Two additional franchise locations are scheduled to open during October 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest retail and service network updates in our Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by THE SHOP.
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