GlassAuto
GlassAuto operates a France-wide network of 450+ certified auto glass repair and replacement centers serving individual vehicle owners and commercial fleets, with insurance-claim handling and no-advance-payment service across all vehicle types.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded-
- HeadquartersVarious locations across France, France
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingServices
What GlassAuto does
GlassAuto operates a nationwide French network of 450+ certified centers dedicated to automotive glass repair and replacement. Its core service is windshield repair — possible in roughly 30 minutes when damage meets strict criteria (under 2.5 cm diameter, outside the driver's primary field of vision, more than 5 cm from the edge, and no more than three impact points) — with full windshield replacement offered when repair criteria are not met. Beyond windshields, the network addresses side windows, rear windows, rearview mirrors, headlight lenses (replacement and renovation), and sunroofs/panoramic roofs across the full French vehicle parc: passenger cars, utility vehicles, agricultural and public-works equipment, trucks, campervans, and buses. Mobile service is available alongside the physical center footprint.
The company's commercial model centers on insurance-channel integration: GlassAuto is approved by the majority of French insurance companies and mutual insurers ('mutuelles'), processes 'bris de glace' (glass breakage) claims on behalf of customers, and in most cases requires no advance payment from the policyholder. Customer acquisition flows through the website (glassauto.fr) for center location and online appointment booking, a free phone line (0 800 847 514), and direct referrals from insurance partners. A national warranty follows the customer across any center in the network, which spans metropolitan France, the DROM overseas territories, and Corsica.
The 11-employee headcount disclosed in firmographic data, combined with the 450+ center footprint, indicates an asset-light network-operator or franchise-style structure in which certified partner centers deliver the service while GlassAuto provides brand, insurance approvals, customer routing, and quality assurance. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is structured around insurance reimbursement rather than direct retail pricing. The firmographic classification as a non-profit and the absence of disclosed ownership, funding, executive team, or financials in the source materials create meaningful gaps for investors; no parent company, investors, or corporate structure are identified.
GlassAuto firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- GlassAuto
- Website
- https://glassauto.fr
- Company type
- Private
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- GlassAuto operates a France-wide network of 450+ certified auto glass repair and replacement centers serving individual vehicle owners and commercial fleets, with insurance-claim handling and no-advance-payment service across all vehicle types.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
GlassAuto industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Auto Glass Repair Services
- NAICS
- Automotive Glass Replacement Shops (811122)
- SIC
- Services-Automotive Repair, Services & Parking (7500)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Auto Glass Repair & Replacement (TLAKAAAH)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Glass Repair & Replacement (Windshield/Auto Glass) (TLAKAEAF), Glass, Lighting & Visibility Systems Service (Windshields, Lamps, Mirrors) (TLAKABAL), Auto Glass & Roadside Assistance (Add-on Coverages) (FSAJABAJ)
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Where GlassAuto is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Various locations across France
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
GlassAuto business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Windshield Repair Services: Repair of minor windshield damage (chips/impacts) when criteria are met - diameter under 2.5cm, not in driver's field of vision, at least 5cm from edge, maximum 3 impacts. Service takes approximately 30 minutes.
- Windshield and Glass Replacement: Complete replacement of damaged windshields and other vehicle glass including side windows, rear windows, mirrors, headlight lenses, sunroofs and panoramic roofs for all vehicle types.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels3 records
GlassAuto product offering
Product offeringCore offering
GlassAuto operates a national network of 450+ certified centers across France providing automotive glass repair and replacement services. The core offerings include windshield repair (for minor impacts meeting specific criteria, completed in ~30 minutes) and full windshield replacement, alongside related services such as side window, rear window, rearview mirror, headlight, and sunroof/panoramic roof replacement. Services are available for all vehicle types (cars, utility vehicles, agricultural equipment, trucks, buses) and are insurance-approved with direct billing to insurers.
Product overview
GlassAuto operates as a specialized automotive glass repair and replacement service network with over 450 approved centers throughout France. The core offering consists of windshield repair (when damage is minor) and full windshield replacement, complemented by related services including side window replacement, rear window replacement, rearview mirror replacement, headlight replacement and renovation, and sunroof/panoramic roof replacement. Services are available for all vehicle types including cars, utility vehicles, agricultural equipment, trucks, and buses. The company is insurance-approved, handling administrative procedures directly with insurers so customers typically pay nothing out of pocket.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Réparation de pare-brise (Windshield Repair) Windshield repair service for vehicles when damage is minor (diameter under 2.5cm, not in driver's field of vision, more than 5cm from edge, maximum 3 impacts). Takes approximately 30 minutes and reduces carbon footprint compared to replacement.
- Remplacement de pare-brise (Windshield Replacement) Full windshield replacement service when repair is not possible due to damage size, location, or structural concerns. Replaces windshield with an identical model.
- Remplacement de toit ouvrant et panoramique (Sunroof and Panoramic Roof Replacement) Sunroof and panoramic roof replacement service. Intervention takes between 3 to 5 hours including removal of old roof, installation of new roof, and waterproofing checks.
- Remplacement de rétroviseurs (Rearview Mirror Replacement) Rearview mirror replacement service. Intervention typically takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour depending on vehicle type and mirror complexity (electric, with turn signal repeater, etc.).
- Remplacement vitres latérales (Side Window Replacement) Side window glass replacement service for all vehicle types.
- Remplacement lunette arrière (Rear Window Replacement) Rear window/liftgate glass replacement service for vehicles.
- Remplacement et rénovation optiques de phares (Headlight Replacement and Renovation) Headlight replacement and renovation service for vehicles.
- Réseau de centres agréés GlassAuto (GlassAuto Certified Center Network) Network of over 450 approved repair centers across France, DOM-TOM, and Corsica, offering insurance-approved services with no advance payment required and national warranty coverage.
Quantifiable outcome
- 30 minutes for windshield repair
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use GlassAuto
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
GlassAuto technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
GlassAuto partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Insurance Companies and Mutual Insurance ProviderscoreGlassAuto is approved by most insurance companies and mutual insurance providers in France. They handle all administrative procedures with insurers on behalf of customers, eliminating the need for customers to advance payment in most cases when insurance covers the glass damage.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights4 records
GlassAuto competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Norauto: Large French automotive service retailer offering windshield replacement and general vehicle maintenance. Overlaps with GlassAuto's service range but as a broader non-specialized competitor.
- Feu Vert: French automotive service chain offering general car maintenance and parts including some glass replacement services. Competes on adjacent automotive services rather than glass specialization.
- Belron: Global parent of Carglass and the largest vehicle glass repair/replacement group worldwide. Provides context for GlassAuto's strategic position and as a potential acquirer or competitor across Europe.
- AD (A.D. expert automobile): French multi-brand automotive service network with broad mechanical offering that includes glass replacement as part of a wider service portfolio. Overlaps with GlassAuto on glass but competes as a broader garage chain.
Direct peers
- Mondial Pare-Brise: National French auto glass network with insurance-approved centers offering windshield repair and replacement across all vehicle types, directly comparable to GlassAuto.
- Speedy Glass: French auto glass specialist competing directly with GlassAuto on windshield repair and replacement with insurance-approved centers nationwide.
- France Pare-Brise: French auto glass repair and replacement network offering same windshield repair/replacement, insurance approval, and multi-vehicle service as GlassAuto.
- Carglass: Belron-owned French market leader in auto glass repair and replacement. Direct competitor with comparable services, insurance partnerships, and nationwide center network serving French motorists.
Regional players
- Safelite Group: Largest U.S. vehicle glass repair and replacement network; comparable business model and insurance partnerships, but operates primarily in North America rather than France.
Emerging players
- Descartes Glass: Earlier-stage digital platform aggregating vehicle glass repair demand across Europe, oriented to insurers and fleets. Comparable lens on the glass repair market but with a software/platform rather than physical-center model.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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GlassAuto leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
GlassAuto funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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GlassAuto M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about GlassAuto
What does GlassAuto do?
GlassAuto operates a national network of 450+ certified centers across France providing automotive glass repair and replacement services. The core offerings include windshield repair (for minor impacts meeting specific criteria, completed in ~30 minutes) and full windshield replacement, alongside related services such as side window, rear window, rearview mirror, headlight, and sunroof/panoramic roof replacement. Services are available for all vehicle types (cars, utility vehicles, agricultural equipment, trucks, buses) and are insurance-approved with direct billing to insurers.
Is GlassAuto a public or private company?
GlassAuto is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was GlassAuto founded?
GlassAuto was founded in -1. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is GlassAuto based?
GlassAuto is headquartered in Various locations across France, France, in the Europe region.
How does GlassAuto make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Windshield Repair Services are the primary driver. The others are windshield and Glass Replacement.
Who are GlassAuto's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Norauto, Feu Vert, Belron and AD (A.D. expert automobile). Direct peers are Mondial Pare-Brise, Speedy Glass, France Pare-Brise and Carglass. Safelite Group is listed as a regional player. Descartes Glass is listed as an emerging player.
Does GlassAuto have an API?
No public API is recorded for GlassAuto.
What industry is GlassAuto in?
GlassAuto's product category is Auto Glass Repair Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLAKAAAH, Auto Glass Repair & Replacement, with a secondary code of TLAKAEAF, Glass Repair & Replacement (Windshield/Auto Glass). Its NAICS code is 811122 and its SIC code is 7500.