Carr&Repair

Name

Carr&Repair

Legal name

Carr&Repair

Website

https://carr-repair.be

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Auto Body Repair Services

NAICS

Automotive Body, Paint, Interior, and Glass Repair (81112), Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance (811121)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600)

akta.pro primary industry

Auto Body Collision Repair (Cars & Light Trucks) (TLAKAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Body Shop Mechanical & Suspension Repair (Post-Collision) (TLAKAEAH), Bumper, Panel & Plastic Repair (Composite/Trim) (TLAKAEAG)

Keywords

• Auto body repair
• Collision repair services
• Vehicle damage repair
• Franchise repair network
• Smart repair services

Headquarters

HQ city

Ledeberg

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices24 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Body Repair Services: Carr&Repair member body shops earn revenue by performing collision repair, smart repair, cosmetic repair, and traditional repair services on passenger vehicles and light commercial vehicles. Revenue is per-job, transactional, based on damage type and insurance approval.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Carr&Repair operates the largest body repair chain in the Benelux, functioning as a franchise network of 30+ independent auto body repair shops across Belgium. It delivers tiered collision repair services (Cosmetic Repair under 2 hours, Smart Repair within 1 day, Traditional Repair for heavy crash damage), supported by online damage reporting, pick-up & delivery, replacement vehicles, and ADAS/EV-certified repair capabilities.

Product overview

Carr&Repair operates as a network of independent auto body repair shops (carrosseriebedrijven) across Belgium, functioning as the largest collision repair chain in the Benelux. The core offering is traditional auto body repair services organized into three tiers: Cosmetic Repair (minor damage, under 2 hours), Smart Repair (medium damage, 1 day or less), and Traditional Repair (heavy crash damage, longer than 1 day). These are complemented by digital and convenience services including Online Damage Reporting (online aangifte) for initiating claims digitally, Pick-up & Delivery Service for damaged vehicles, and Replacement Vehicle Service during repair periods. The network targets both individual vehicle owners and fleet/leasing company customers, with member workshops operating under unified branding and quality standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cosmetic Repair Minor bodywork and surface repair service completed in 2 hours or less, covering small damage to bodywork, wheels, windows, and select interior elements. Targeted at individual car owners and fleet operators needing rapid turnaround for light damage.
• Smart Repair Medium-scale repair service covering dent removal and other significant damage, completed within 1 day. Uses paintless dent repair and targeted techniques for cost-effective repair. Targeted at customers needing faster, cheaper alternatives to traditional repair methods.
• Traditional Repair Full-scale collision repair service for heavy crash damage requiring replacement parts, with repair timelines exceeding one day. Requires expert assessment and insurance approval before repair begins. Targeted at customers with severe vehicle damage from major collisions.
• Online Schade Aangifte (Online Damage Reporting) Digital platform allowing customers to report vehicle damage online, upload photos, specify vehicle type and insurance details, and initiate the repair process without visiting a physical location first. Targeted at individual car owners and fleet/lease customers seeking convenient claims initiation.
• Pick-up & Delivery Service Vehicle collection and return service where Carr&Repair retrieves damaged vehicles from customers and returns repaired vehicles, eliminating the need to drive a damaged car to the shop. Targeted at customers without mobility alternatives or seeking maximum convenience.
• Replacement Vehicle Service Loaner vehicle provision during repair period, ensuring customers maintain mobility while their vehicle is being serviced at any Carr&Repair location. Available across all network shops. Targeted at customers needing continuous mobility during repair periods.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% customer satisfaction rate
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

34 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CAR AvenuecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 June 2021French multi-brand dealer group with many Mercedes dealerships in France and 9 garages in Wallonia. Partnership with Carr&Repair enables faster Mercedes spare parts supply to Belgian member body shops, preferential pricing, and electronic technical support.
• Hedin (Swedish Mercedes Dealer Group)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 June 2021Swedish group operating 16 Mercedes dealerships in Flanders. Partnership with Carr&Repair enables faster Mercedes spare parts supply to Belgian member body shops, preferential pricing, and electronic technical support.
• JUMA BMWcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 June 2021BMW dealership in Mechelen and Leuven, with body shop operations. Uses Carr&Repair platform for better service and shorter turnaround. Certified BMW dealer offering replacement BMW vehicles to clients whose cars are under repair.
• OptimcominorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• ViviumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• TouringminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRoadside assistance and insurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• PNPminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• P&VminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• NN (Nationale-Nederlanden)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• GeneraliminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• Fidea VerzekeringenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• Federale VerzekeringminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• EthiasminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• DVVminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• Delta LloydminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• Corona DirectminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• Ciac FleetminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFleet management company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• AG InsuranceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• Belfius Auto LeaseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFleet leasing company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• Belfius Bank & InsuranceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBanking and insurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• Baloise InsuranceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• AxaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• Athlon (Fleet Management)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerFleet management and leasing company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• ArvalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFleet leasing company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• ArgentaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• Amma InsuranceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• AedesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• Allianz Global AssistanceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company partner listed on Carr&Repair partners page.
• InformexcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of Claims 360 cloud-based communication platform used by all Carr&Repair network members for damage declarations, expert and insurer connections, and claims administration.
• EducamcoreTechnology or IntegrationAutomotive sector training center providing HEV-2 certification for electric and hybrid vehicle repair, and Carrossier Diagnostic Technician training to all Carr&Repair members.
• EurogarantcoreTechnology or IntegrationEuropean quality label for automotive body repair sector. Carr&Repair members hold this certification which sets strict quality norms and provides a compensation fund.
• Avicar Plus (Vinçotte)coreTechnology or IntegrationQuality certification developed by Vinçotte inspection body for body shops. Multiple controls per year covering administrative management, quality, safety, and equipment.
• Autosphere GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAutomotive dealer group with 33 concessions in Liège and Luxembourg provinces (Volkswagen, Renault, Dacia, Seat, Skoda, Audi, VW commercial vehicles). 5 body shops within Autosphere joined Carr&Repair network, bringing fleet and leasing clients to the network.
• SchadeNet (Parent Company)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDutch parent company created 30 years ago. Carr&Repair Belgium is 'Powered by SchadeNet' and benefits from the established Dutch network's brand, systems, and expertise.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• CAR Avenue: French multi-brand dealer group (including Mercedes dealerships) with body shop operations in Wallonia. Comparable as a regional body repair competitor — but with OEM affiliation, brand-specific certification, and warranty work advantages over independent networks.
• Autosphere Group: Belgian dealer group with 33 concessions and in-house body shops across Liége and Luxembourg. Comparable as a regional body repair competitor that also happens to have multiple shops enrolled in the Carr&Repair network, creating an ambiguous competitor/partner dynamic.

Direct peers

• Caliber Collision: Largest collision repair chain in the United States, with multi-site operations, insurance partnership scale, and a growing focus on ADAS-capable repairs. Comparable as a scaled chain competitor demonstrating the upper-bound trajectory for a network like Carr&Repair.
• Acoat Selected: European network of independent body repair shops built around quality standards, training, and group purchasing. Closely analogous European network model with similar focus on insurance-driven referrals and certified repair quality.
• Carglass Belgium: Belgian subsidiary of Belron, providing auto glass repair/replacement and growing into body repair. Directly comparable national chain competing for similar insurance-referred repair volume in Belgium, with strong brand recognition and similar partnership-driven GTM.
• Service King Collision: Large US-based collision repair chain with similar focus on insurance partnerships, standardized service quality, and scale-driven network economics. Comparable as a multi-site chain serving insurance and fleet customers with national footprint.
• Maaco: US-based franchise chain specializing in auto body and paint, with a franchise model very similar to Carr&Repair's. Highly comparable as a branded franchise network targeting insurance-referred collision and cosmetic repair work.
• SchadeNet: Dutch parent of Carr&Repair Belgium operating the same network model (franchised body repair shops) in the Netherlands. Directly comparable on business model, member recruitment, insurance partnerships, and platform-based claims handling; serves as both parent and sister-network competitor for cross-border Benelux work.
• Fix Auto: Global franchise network of collision repair shops with a comparable franchise/network model, insurance partnerships, and standardized operating procedures. Closely analogous business model in collision repair, with multinational scale Carr&Repair could aspire to via SchadeNet.

Broad incumbents

• Belron: Global parent of Carglass and other vehicle glass/repair brands. Larger incumbent operating broadly in the vehicle repair ecosystem; overlapping capabilities (especially glass) compete for the same insurance-referred customer wallet.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/schadenet

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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