What Audi Chartres - Car Lovers does

Audi Chartres - Olympic Auto (also known as Audi Nogent-le-Phaye) is an authorized Audi dealership located at 7 rue Gilles de Roberval in Nogent-le-Phaye near Chartres, France. The dealership sells the full Audi lineup including compact (A1, A3), executive (A4/A5, A6/A7, A8), and SUV (Q2, Q3, Q4, Q5, Q6, Q7, Q8) segments, spanning internal combustion, plug-in hybrid (TFSI e / e-hybrid), and fully electric (e-tron) powertrains, alongside RS performance variants. It is operated by CAR LOVERS, a French SAS (RCS Nanterre 844 752 089, €80M share capital) — a European automotive distribution group generating €1.2B in revenue across 70 dealerships in France and Italy, employing 1,700+ people and commercializing 50,000+ vehicles annually with 300,000 after-sales operations.

The dealership operates a multi-revenue-stream business model: new vehicle sales, certified pre-owned (Audi Occasion :plus with 24-month manufacturer warranty), after-sales workshop services, parts and accessories, the Audi Rent rental program, and Audi Fleet Solutions for corporate customers. Pricing is structured as monthly long-term leases (LLD) ranging from approximately €290/month for entry-level models to €1,790/month for high-performance EVs, with financing provided through Volkswagen Bank partnerships. Go-to-market combines physical showroom sales (enterprise field sales for fleet, direct-to-consumer for retail) with digital channels including virtual 360° tours, online quote/test-drive requests, and an e-advisor service. Premium service offerings include Audi Twin Service (90-minute dual-technician maintenance) and 24/7 Audi Assistance roadside coverage across France and Europe.

Name

Audi Chartres - Car Lovers

Legal name

CAR LOVERS

Website

https://audi-chartres.fr

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Audi Chartres - Olympic Auto is an authorized Audi dealership in Nogent-le-Phaye, France, operated by the Car Lovers group, selling new and used Audi vehicles plus after-sales services, rental, and fleet solutions to retail and business customers in the Chartres region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Retail Dealership

NAICS

Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers (441330), Tire Dealers (441340), Passenger Car Rental (532111)

SIC

Retail-Auto Dealers & Gasoline Stations (5500), Services-Automotive Repair, Services & Parking (7500), Services-Auto Rental & Leasing (No Drivers) (7510)

akta.pro primary industry

Tire & Wheel Services (Mount/Balance/Alignment) (TLAKAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Replacement / Service Loaner & Dealer Rental Programs (THADAAAK), Commercial/Fleet Tire Sales & Service (Truck/Bus/OTR) (TLAKADAB)

Keywords

• Automotive dealership services
• New vehicle sales
• Used vehicle sales
• Vehicle maintenance services
• Automotive financing

Headquarters

HQ city

Nogent-le-Phaye

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. New Vehicle Sales: Sale of new Audi vehicles including petrol, diesel, hybrid, and fully electric models
2. Used Vehicle Sales: Sale of pre-owned Audi vehicles with Audi Occasion :plus certified program
3. After-Sales Services: Maintenance, repair, technical control, tire services, and parts sales through workshop services including Audi Twin Service (90-minute premium service)
4. Vehicle Rental (Audi Rent): Short and long-term rental of Audi vehicles ranging from A1 city car to A8 luxury sedan, with various durations from daily to monthly
5. Fleet Solutions (Business): Corporate fleet sales and financing solutions under Audi Fleet Solutions program targeting business customers

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Audi Chartres is an authorized Audi dealership that sells new Audi vehicles (petrol, diesel, TFSI e plug-in hybrid, and e-tron fully electric) and certified pre-owned Audi vehicles (Audi Occasion :plus). The dealership also provides Audi Rent short- and long-term vehicle rentals, the Audi Twin Service 90-minute premium maintenance program, 24/7 Audi Assistance roadside support, full after-sales workshop services including tire replacement and technical inspections, genuine Audi parts and accessories, and Audi Fleet Solutions for business and corporate fleet customers. Financing is delivered through a partnership with Volkswagen Bank.

Product overview

Audi Chartres - Olympic Auto is an Audi dealership operated by Car Lovers, a European automotive distribution group. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of Audi vehicles spanning multiple segments: compact cars (A1, A3), executive sedans (A4/A5, A6/A7, A8), and SUVs (Q2, Q3, Q4, Q5, Q6, Q7, Q8). The portfolio includes standard internal combustion engine models, TFSI e plug-in hybrids, and e-tron fully electric vehicles including the e-tron GT and RS performance variants. Complementing vehicle sales, the company provides Audi Rent (short and long-term vehicle rental), Audi Twin Service (90-minute synchronized maintenance), Audi Assistance (24/7 roadside help), certified pre-owned vehicles (Audi Occasion :plus), full after-sales workshop services, and genuine parts and accessories. The dealership primarily serves retail customers, businesses, and fleet operators in the Chartres area of France.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• New Audi Vehicle Sales Sale of new Audi vehicles (petrol, diesel, hybrid, and electric) across compact (A1, A3), executive (A4/A5, A6/A7, A8), SUV (Q2, Q3, Q4, Q5, Q6, Q7, Q8), and performance RS variants at the dealership showroom. Serves individual retail buyers and corporate fleet customers in the Chartres area.
• Audi Occasion :plus Certified Used Vehicles Certified pre-owned Audi vehicles inspected across 110 checkpoints, restricted to vehicles under 60 months and 100,000 km, carrying a 24-month manufacturer warranty and lifetime mobility assistance. For individual retail buyers seeking quality-assured used vehicles.
• Audi Rent Vehicle Rental Short- and long-term vehicle rental service offering the full Audi range from compact A1 to luxury A8 models on daily to monthly durations. Serves consumers needing temporary premium vehicle access for travel, special occasions, business use, or replacement vehicle needs.
• Audi Twin Service Premium Maintenance Premium scheduled maintenance service completed in 90 minutes by two technicians working simultaneously on the vehicle using a synchronized four-handed approach, with real-time webcam tracking. Designed for Audi owners prioritizing speed of service without workshop visits.
• After-Sales Workshop Services Complete workshop services including oil changes, timing belt replacement, braking, tires, windshield, suspension, full vehicle inspections, and bodywork repairs. Available to all Audi owners in the Chartres catchment area.
• Parts and Accessories Genuine Audi parts ordering service and original accessories catalog covering all Audi models. Sold directly to vehicle owners and workshops requiring OEM-grade replacement parts and accessories.
• Audi Assistance Roadside Support 24/7 roadside assistance service for Audi customers covering France and Europe, with automatic crash detection, MMI notification, and emergency response. Bundled with vehicle purchases and certified used programs as a complimentary mobility service.
• Audi Fleet Solutions Corporate Sales Corporate fleet vehicle sales and financing solutions under the Audi Fleet Solutions program, with a dedicated commercial team handling fleet quotations, bulk maintenance contracts, and corporate financing arrangements. Targeted at SMEs and large corporations requiring multi-vehicle fleets.
• Volkswagen Bank Partner Financing Long-term lease (LLD) and loan financing delivered through a Volkswagen Bank partnership, structured around 37-month contracts with 30,000 km annual limits and maintenance often bundled. Available to retail and fleet buyers financing new and certified used vehicle purchases.
• Tire Sales and Replacement Tire sales and replacement services priced per Audi model (€83.38 for A3 to €194 for Q5) including a 3-year warranty on tires purchased at the dealership. Available to Audi owners needing seasonal or replacement tires.
• Technical Inspection Service (Contrôle Technique) Technical inspection (Contrôle Technique) service for Audi vehicles priced at €25, including dealer support and guidance through the regulatory inspection process. For Audi owners required to complete periodic mandatory vehicle inspections.

Quantifiable outcome

• 110-point vehicle inspection on all Audi Occasion :plus certified vehicles
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Alexis BeaufilsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with Alexis Beaufils, Chef Pâtissier and World Champion of Arts Sucrés. Collaboration embodies shared values of innovation, performance, and elegance, offering unique customer experiences.
• Cyril Kongo / LS Group (Moooove Your Art)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMoooove Your Art initiative featuring artist Cyril Kongo in collaboration with LS Group. Automotive art project connecting automotive and artistic worlds.
• Volkswagen Group (Parent)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term partner of Volkswagen Group through Car Lovers distribution network. Authorized Audi dealership representing Volkswagen Group brand.
• Renault GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar Lovers group is a long-term partner of Renault Group, distributing Renault vehicles alongside Audi through its network.
• ToyotacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar Lovers group distributes Toyota vehicles through its automotive dealership network.
• VolvocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar Lovers group is a partner for Volvo vehicle distribution.
• BYDcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar Lovers group distributes BYD electric vehicles as part of its multi-brand portfolio.
• DenzaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar Lovers group specializes in Denza brand as part of its luxury and electric vehicle offerings.
• AlpineminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar Lovers group distributes Alpine sports cars as part of its automotive sport and luxury specialization.
• PorscheminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar Lovers group distributes Porsche luxury sports cars.
• LamborghiniminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar Lovers group distributes Lamborghini supercars as part of its luxury vehicle portfolio.
• McLarenminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar Lovers group distributes McLaren high-performance vehicles.
• DallaraminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar Lovers group specializes in Dallara motorsport vehicles as part of its motorsport specialization.
• BugattiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar Lovers group distributes Bugatti hypercars as part of its ultra-luxury vehicle offerings.
• MOBILIANS (Mediation Service)minorOthersConsumer mediation service for dispute resolution, accessible via https://www.mediateur-mobilians.fr as required by French consumer law.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• AutoNation: Largest US automotive retailer operating multiple franchises across Sunbelt markets. While US-focused, comparable as a large multi-brand dealer group with similar new/used/aftersales revenue mix and serves as a benchmark for public market dealership valuations.
• Lithia Motors: Large US publicly-traded automotive retailer with aggressive acquisition-based growth strategy and broad brand portfolio. Comparable as a large multi-brand dealership operator, providing a public-market benchmark for valuation multiples.
• Group 1 Automotive: US-based automotive retailer with significant premium brand exposure (BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota). Comparable multi-brand retail model with similar revenue diversification across new and used vehicles plus aftersales services.

Direct peers

• Pendragon PLC: UK-based multi-brand automotive retailer with premium brand representation. Comparable multi-franchise model with similar revenue streams from new vehicle sales, used vehicles, and aftersales service, including transition to agency and direct sales models.
• Bilia AB: Swedish automotive retailer with focus on premium brands (BMW, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz). Comparable as a publicly traded European premium dealer group with similar after-sales service-heavy business model and exposure to EV transition dynamics.
• Emil Frey Group: Swiss-headquartered European automotive distribution group operating multiple premium franchises across Switzerland, Germany, and other European markets. Directly comparable to Car Lovers' multi-brand European dealership model, with similar exposure to premium brand franchising and after-sales service operations.
• Vertu Motors: UK-based automotive retailer operating multiple franchises across the UK. Particularly comparable through its Sytner subsidiary which focuses on premium brands. Operates the same multi-brand dealership model with similar revenue mix between new, used, and aftersales.
• Hedin Mobility Group: Swedish automotive distribution group operating premium and volume brands across European markets. Comparable multi-brand European dealer group with similar exposure to EV transition and OEM direct sales pilots.
• D'Ieteren Group: Belgian holding company with automotive distribution as a core business, including premium brands. Comparable as a European multi-brand automotive distribution group with similar franchise relationships and exposure to premium OEM transition dynamics.
• Inchcape PLC: Global automotive distributor and retailer with premium brand representation across multiple markets. Operates a similar multi-brand distribution model with focus on premium and luxury OEMs, paralleling Car Lovers' role as a multi-brand premium and luxury dealer in France and Italy.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/audichartres

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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