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Initial

License Fee

Reduced
Royalty Rates
for 48 Months

Reduced Ad Co-Op
Fee/SMF

CORE
MARKETS

$30,000
of the $45,000 Initial License Fee Credited via Royalty

Year 1: 1.0%
Year 2: 2.0%
Year 3: 3.0%
Year 4: 4.0%
Year 5: 5.0%

Years 1-3:
Standard rate
less 1.0%
Years 4+
Standard Rate

NEW &
DEVELOPING
MARKETS

$30,000
of the $45,000 Inital License Fee Credited via Royalty

Years 1-4: 2.5%
Year 5: 4.0%
Year 6: 5.0%

Years 1-4: Standard rate
less 2.5%
Year 5: Standard rate
less 2.0%
Years 6+
Standard Rate

*The Sonic 2023 Core Markets and New & Developing Incentives applies to new franchise commitments sold after the March 2023 FDD is released. Based on the reported 2022 Traditional Sonic Drive-Ins and Non-Traditional Sonic Restaurants Average Gross Sales of $1,581,000, the value of the incentives are as follows: For Core Markets, each opening incentive yields up to $220,000 per unit with an on time opening. For New & Developing Markets, each opening incentive yields up to $411,000 per unit with an on time opening. See our 2023 Franchise Disclosure Document for more details.
Inspire Brands: Inspire Brands is a multi-brand franchise opportunity that encompasses a portfolio of popular restaurant chains, including Arby's, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Jimmy Johns. With a diverse range of concepts under its umbrella, Inspire Brands offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to operate multiple successful restaurant brands.

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See our 2023 Franchise Disclosure Document for details.

IMPORTANT CONDITIONS TO RECEIVE INCENTIVES: For each Restaurant, the CFF and/or CAF reductions set forth above, as applicable, will apply only if you satisfy the following conditions: a. You build the Restaurant in the design, to the specifications, and at the location approved by us in accordance with the SDA and/or the Franchise Agreement; b. Within one hundred twenty (120) days after the Restaurant first opens for business, you provide us with a report, in the format containing the information that we reasonably specify, identifying the amounts that you spend in various categories relating to the development and opening of the Restaurant; and c. You open the Restaurant by the Required Opening Date.

For the avoidance of doubt, if you fail to meet any of the conditions stated above for any Restaurant developed under an SDA, the CFF and CAF reductions above will not apply under the Franchise Agreement for the Restaurant only, and you will pay the standard CFF and CAF for the entire term of that Restaurant’s Franchise Agreement.

This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for information purposes only.

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Inspire Brands: Inspire Brands is a multi-brand franchise opportunity that encompasses a portfolio of popular restaurant chains, including Arby's, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Jimmy Johns. With a diverse range of concepts under its umbrella, Inspire Brands offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to operate multiple successful restaurant brands.
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This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for information purposes only. Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of or want to locate a franchise in one of these states, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements in your state.

(#)* Average Gross Sales for total of Company Drive-Ins and Franchise Drive-Ins for 2022 as reported in our FDD issued March 24, 2023, as amended May 24, 2023. 1,523 (or 44%) of the Total Company Drive-Ins and Franchise Drive-Ins (3,452) attained or exceeded this average during 2022. Some restaurants have sold or earned this amount. Your individual results may differ. There is no assurance that you’ll sell or earn as much. See our FDD for more information.

Arby's: Arby's is a well-known sandwich chain franchise opportunity. Renowned for its roast beef sandwiches and diverse menu options, Arby's provides franchisees with a chance to cater to customers seeking hearty and flavorful sandwiches.Baskin Robbins: Baskin Robbins is a franchise opportunity focused on ice cream and frozen desserts. With its wide variety of flavors and a history of innovation, Baskin Robbins provides a sweet and refreshing option for individuals interested in the dessert industry.Buffalo Wild Wings: Buffalo Wild Wings is a popular sports bar and grill franchise opportunity. Known for its lively atmosphere, extensive wing flavors, and multiple screens for sports viewing, Buffalo Wild Wings attracts both sports enthusiasts and casual diners.Buffalo Wild Wings GO: Buffalo Wild Wings GO is a new concept introduced by Buffalo Wild Wings that focuses on takeout and delivery orders. This franchise opportunity allows entrepreneurs to tap into the growing demand for convenient dining options and capitalize on the popularity of Buffalo Wild Wings. Dunkin's: Dunkin's is a well-known franchise opportunity that specializes in coffee and baked goods. With a strong brand presence and a diverse menu, Dunkin's offers a popular choice for entrepreneurs looking to enter the fast-food industry.Invest in Sonic Drive-in, the leading QSR franchise that sets the pace for success in the industry.
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This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for information purposes only. Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of or want to locate a franchise in one of these states, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements in your state.

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