What Tuhu does

Tuhu is China's leading online-to-offline (O2O) automotive service platform, operating the world's largest independent auto service network by store count with 8,008 standardized franchise workshop stores as of December 2025 across China, Malaysia, and Hong Kong. The platform serves 162 million registered users and 28.4 million transaction users through its flagship 途虎养车 (Tuhu) mobile application, aggregating fragmented demand for tires, chassis parts, batteries, maintenance, repair, car beauty, and accessories, then routing customers to standardized physical workshops. Tuhu is recognized by Zhaosheng Consulting as China's largest replacement tire retailer and largest engine oil retailer, and was named the world's first auto service brand to partner with Formula 1 in March 2026.

The platform's underlying technology combines a proprietary product traceability system (One Item One Code / 一物一码), a store management system (Blue Tiger / 蓝虎系统), Front Distribution Centers (FDCs) including the world's largest third-party tire automated stereoscopic warehouse, and SaaS solutions provided to brand partners and franchisees. As China's largest auto parts buyer, Tuhu sources directly from manufacturers, supported by its FDC logistics network spanning the country.

Tuhu generates revenue across five streams: product sales (tires, parts, accessories), installation and service fees at workshops, franchise fees from its 8,008-store franchise model, B2B parts trading through its QipeiLong (汽配龙) platform serving external auto service shops, and advertising/SaaS services to brand partners. The company reported FY2025 revenue of 16.5 billion yuan (~11.5% YoY growth), 4 billion yuan gross profit, and 700 million yuan adjusted net profit, and trades on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under ticker 9690 following its 2023 IPO. Co-founders Chen Min (Chairman/CEO) and Hu Xiaodong (President) lead the company, with Wang Lingjie as COO and Zhang Zhisong as CFO.

Name

Tuhu

Legal name

上海阑途信息技术有限公司 (Shanghai Lantu Information Technology Co., Ltd.)

Website

http://www.tuhu.cn

Company type

Public

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Tuhu is China's leading online-to-offline automotive service platform, operating 8,008 standardized franchise workshop stores serving 162 million registered users with tires, maintenance, repair, and NEV services across China, Malaysia, and Hong Kong.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Aftermarket Services

NAICS

Automotive Parts, Accessories, and Tire Retailers (4413), Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers (44133), Tire Dealers (441340), Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers (441)

SIC

Wholesale-Motor Vehicles & Motor Vehicle Parts & Supplies (5010)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive Parts & Accessories Omnichannel (CRAFAEAL)

Keywords

• Automotive aftermarket services
• Tire replacement retail
• Vehicle maintenance platform
• Auto repair services
• Car care products

Headquarters

HQ city

Minhang

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales (Tires, Parts, Accessories): Revenue from selling tires, chassis parts, batteries, maintenance products, and auto accessories through the platform and physical stores. Tuhu is China's largest replacement tire retailer and largest engine oil retailer.
2. Installation and Service Fees: Fees charged for installation services, maintenance, repairs, car beauty services, and other in-store services at workshop locations.
3. Franchise Fees: Revenue from franchise workshop store model where Tuhu provides brand, systems, training, and support to franchise operators.
4. B2B Auto Parts Trading (汽配龙): 汽配龙 platform serves external auto service shops beyond Tuhu's own store network, providing immediate parts procurement services with access to thousands of suppliers.
5. Advertising and SaaS Services: Advertising services and SaaS solutions provided to brand partners and franchisees for business management.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Tuhu is an O2O automotive after-sales platform selling tires, chassis parts, batteries, engine oil, accessories, and other auto products while providing installation, maintenance, repair, and car beauty services through a nationwide franchise workshop store network. The platform aggregates fragmented car owner demand and connects it with standardized offline service delivery, supported by a proprietary supply chain and the One Item One Code traceability system. It also operates QipeiLong, a B2B auto parts trading platform serving external service shops.

Product overview

Tuhu operates as an online-to-offline (O2O) automotive service platform combining a mobile/web application with a nationwide network of standardized 'Tuhu Work Shop' franchise stores. The core platform (途虎养车 app) serves as a marketplace connecting 162 million registered users with 8,008 workshop stores for tire/chassis sales, maintenance, repair, and beauty services. Supporting sub-brands include 汽配龙 (B2B parts trading platform), 动力电池维修 (EV battery/charging maintenance), 途虎王牌 (premium services), and proprietary technology systems like 蓝虎系统. The architecture combines an e-commerce frontend with physical service stores, enabling both direct-to-consumer and B2B parts procurement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 汽配龙 (QipeiLong): Auto parts trading platform serving the store network and external automotive service stores for immediate procurement needs.

Products and services

• Tires and Chassis Parts (轮胎和底盘零部件) Retail of tires and chassis components from multiple brands, supplied with one-stop installation services through Tuhu Workshop Stores. Targets individual vehicle owners across China and serves as Tuhu's flagship product category.
• Auto Maintenance Services (汽车保养) Comprehensive maintenance services including liquid chemicals (engine oil, etc.), batteries, maintenance accessories, and offline maintenance operations covering routine, major, and specialized vehicle maintenance. Targets individual vehicle owners.
• Auto Repair Services (汽车维修) Vehicle repair services including parts repair/replacement, dent repair (PDR), and spray painting. Some stores offer additional specialized repair services. Targets individual vehicle owners.
• Auto Beauty / Car Care (汽车美容) Vehicle appearance services including body cleaning, interior cleaning, exterior modifications, and automotive film application. Targets individual vehicle owners.
• Auto Accessories (汽车配件) Vehicle accessory upgrade services including optional installed automotive interior products such as electronic products, car ornaments, road travel accessories, and other vehicle add-ons. Targets individual vehicle owners.
• EV Battery and Charging Pile Maintenance (动力电池及电桩维修) Electric vehicle battery and charging station repair services covering the three-electric system (battery, motor, electronic control). Targets new energy vehicle owners in China.
• Tuhu Workshop Stores (途虎工场店) Franchise Network Franchise-format standardized workshop stores providing tires, maintenance, repairs, car beauty, and accessories with consistent service quality. Targets franchisees and end consumers; 300+ cities and nearly 1,800 county-level areas in China.
• QipeiLong B2B Auto Parts Trading Platform (汽配龙) B2B auto parts trading platform serving the Tuhu store network and external automotive service shops for immediate procurement. Connects with thousands of suppliers and leverages the FDC distribution network. Targets independent auto service shops.
• Tire Insurance (轮胎险) Industry-first tire insurance product providing coverage for tire damage or defects, available to individual vehicle owners purchasing tires through Tuhu.

Quantifiable outcome

• 64% repeat purchase rate (June 2025)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Mobil (美孚)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 April 2026Tuhu and Mobil partnership upgrade, jointly releasing hybrid-specific engine oil for new energy and hybrid vehicles.
• Bosch (博世)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 April 2026Tuhu and Bosch jointly released new braking technology products with global first launch and 'sound compensation guarantee' (异响必赔) feature.
• Dongfeng Citroën (东风雪铁龙)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 April 2026Strategic cooperation with Dongfeng Citroën and Dongfeng Peugeot to build full lifecycle automotive service ecosystem.
• Dongfeng Peugeot (东风标致)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 April 2026Strategic cooperation with Dongfeng Citroën and Dongfeng Peugeot to build full lifecycle automotive service ecosystem.
• MichelincoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 March 2026Michelin participated in Tuhu tire new product launch event with 7 brands and 12 top new tire products unveiled (tire industry 'Oscar' event).
• Bridgestone (普利司通)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 March 2026Joint release of B'style浩然者 (Haoranzhe) tire with Bridgestone at Tuhu tire launch event.
• NIO (蔚来)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 March 2026Strategic cooperation with NIO for NEV services and potentially battery maintenance/replacement services.
• F1 (Formula 1)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 March 2026Tuhu became the world's first auto service brand to partner with F1 racing, enhancing brand prestige globally. F1 engineers serve as Tuhu technical experts.
• PPGcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 February 2026Tuhu and PPG automotive refinish coating strategic cooperation to promote body repair and painting service upgrades.
• Shell (壳牌挚美)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 January 2026Shell and Tuhu strategic cooperation upgrade with Shell ZhiMei (挚美) automotive window film launch exclusively on Tuhu.
• Michelin (米其林)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 January 2026Tuhu King (途虎王牌) and Michelin joint release of premium window film reducing energy consumption by 30%.
• ShellcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 December 2025Shell unveiled upgraded Shell Helix Ultra Lightning engine oil (official Ferrari racing team engine oil) with exclusive global launch on Tuhu platform. Features Shell's PUREPLUS Technology and OEM approvals, targeting high-performance consumers in China.
• ZF (采埃孚)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 November 2025Tuhu and ZF Aftermarket joint launch of '底盘大师' (Chassis Master) project for professional chassis services.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Tire Rack: Leading US online tire and wheel retailer with strong distribution model and installer network. Directly comparable in tire e-commerce leadership though US-only and not owning workshops.
• Norauto (Mobivia): European multi-brand automotive service and parts retailer with franchise-style centers across France and broader Europe. Comparable omnichannel auto-service model but focused on European markets.
• Halfords: UK automotive parts, maintenance, and service retailer with a national store network offering fitting and repair. Comparable retail-plus-service model but in the UK market with different unit economics.

Direct peers

• JD Auto Service (京东养车): JD.com's automotive aftermarket service platform operating a similar O2O model with nationwide workshop stores selling tires, parts, and maintenance services in China. Most direct head-to-head competitor to Tuhu, leveraging JD's e-commerce traffic and logistics.
• Tmall Auto (天猫养车): Alibaba's automotive service brand operating a franchised workshop network with online-to-offline booking, tires, maintenance, and car beauty — direct competitor with strong e-commerce traffic from the Tmall/Alipay ecosystem.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Car Service: Global multi-brand automotive service network offering maintenance and repair across multiple markets. Comparable workshop-format services and a Tuhu supplier partner; competes for the same independent service positioning.
• AutoZone: Largest US aftermarket auto parts retailer with a national store network and growing commercial/DIY mix. Comparable business model of parts-led retail with attached services; differs by US geography and DIY focus.
• O'Reilly Auto Parts: Major US auto parts retailer with strong commercial (DIFM) business and dense store network. Comparable omnichannel parts retail and service-attached model, though US-focused.

Emerging players

• NIO Power (NIO Energy/Power Service): OEM-direct NEV battery swap, charging, and aftersales service network. Tuhu's strategic partner but also a potential competitor in NEV-specific service categories where OEM verticals are strongest.

Others

• CAR Inc (神州租车) / automotive aftermarket platforms: Chinese mobility and fleet services player; included as an adjacent ecosystem participant in Chinese automotive services rather than a direct workshop competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds8 records

Investors16 records

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M&A3 records

Investments1 record

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