CarProf Peters Hengelo

What CarProf Peters Hengelo does

CarProf Peters Hengelo is one of 119+ (independently cited as 123) franchise garage locations in the CarProf network, a Dutch multi-brand automotive aftermarket chain founded in 2014 and headquartered within the Alliance Automotive Group Benelux organization (itself a subsidiary of US-listed Genuine Parts Company). The network delivers maintenance, repair, APK periodic vehicle inspection, tire services, seasonal checks, and roadside assistance to individual car owners across all makes and ages, with pricing positioned below dealer rates while carrying a 48-month warranty on parts and labor — four times the Dutch industry standard of 12 months. Core revenue streams are professional services (maintenance, repairs, APK inspections), supplemented by two recurring subscription products (Service Card at €99.95/year and PechhulpPro roadside assistance at €69.95/year) and used-vehicle sales via a network-wide marketplace of 2,145+ listings.

The underlying technology is conventional rather than proprietary: modern multi-brand diagnostic equipment, the TECH360 platform from Alliance Automotive Group that provides all-brand technical data, remote support, and EV/hybrid training, plus BOVAG-certified A-brand parts of original-equivalent quality. The franchise formula centralizes brand standards, technical training (including NexDrive EV/hybrid certification at 14 locations), procurement leverage, and marketing while leaving day-to-day garage operations to independent owner-operators. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via the carprof.nl website (location finder, online quote requests, customer reviews), reinforced by a 9.6/10 rating on Klantenvertellen across 46,698+ reviews, BOVAG endorsement, and community campaigns such as the Veilig Verkeer Nederland traffic-safety partnership (€0.50 donated per APK; €324,679 cumulative since 2020).

Name

CarProf Peters Hengelo

Legal name

Alliance Automotive Holding Limited

Website

https://carprof.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CarProf Peters Hengelo is a single franchise location within CarProf, a Dutch network of 119+ multi-brand garages offering maintenance, repair, APK inspection, tire services, and roadside assistance to individual car owners across the Netherlands, with a 48-month warranty and BOVAG certification.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Auto Repair and Maintenance Services

NAICS

General Automotive Repair (811111), Automotive Mechanical and Electrical Repair and Maintenance (81111), Automotive Repair and Maintenance (8111)

SIC

Services-Automotive Repair, Services & Parking (7500)

akta.pro primary industry

General Automotive Repair & Maintenance (TLAKAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Vehicle Inspection, Testing & Compliance (Safety, Emissions, Certification) (THAIANAC)

Keywords

• Auto repair services
• Vehicle maintenance
• Apk inspection
• Tire services
• Roadside assistance

Headquarters

HQ city

Hengelo

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Maintenance and Repair Services: Core revenue from vehicle maintenance (small and large service), repairs, and parts replacement. Services include oil changes, brake repairs, battery replacement, air conditioning service, tire service, and more.
2. APK (Vehicle Inspection): General periodic vehicle inspection (APK) - mandatory vehicle inspection service that also serves as customer acquisition touchpoint.
3. Service Card Subscription: Annual subscription model (€99.95/year) offering bundled services including Pechhulp Pro, seasonal checks, and various included maintenance services.
4. Pechhulp (Roadside Assistance): Annual roadside assistance subscription (€69.95/year) providing 24/7 help across Europe, including vehicle transport, hotel accommodation, and replacement transport.
5. Used Vehicle Sales: Sale of used vehicles through franchise network. Over 2,145 occasions available across the network, with financing options through LeaseProf.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

CarProf Peters Hengelo delivers multi-brand automotive maintenance, repair, and inspection services as part of a 119+ location Dutch franchise network. Core offerings include scheduled maintenance, mechanical and electrical repairs, APK periodic vehicle inspections, tire services, seasonal safety checks, air conditioning service, and used car sales. The franchise also offers subscription products including Service Card bundled maintenance packages and PechhulpPro 24/7 roadside assistance across Europe.

Product overview

CarProf is a multi-brand automotive garage franchise network in the Netherlands operating 123 universal garages. The core offering is maintenance and repair services for all car makes and ages, featuring 48-month warranty on repairs and labor. Services are delivered through a unified platform of core products (Onderhoud & Reparatie, APK inspections, vehicle diagnostics) and specialized sub-products covering parts replacement (batteries, brakes, exhaust, tires, shock absorbers, timing belts, lighting, windshields, trailers), seasonal checks (summer/winter inspections, air conditioning), tire services (purchase, replacement, alignment, repair), and membership programs (Service Card, PechhulpPro roadside assistance). The network includes branded sub-services like NexDrive for EV/hybrid vehicles and LeaseProf for lease car maintenance, connected through TECH360 technical support infrastructure. All services use A-brand parts of original quality and are performed by certified mechanics following manufacturer specifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Onderhoud & Reparatie (Maintenance and Repair) Comprehensive auto maintenance and repair services for all car brands, including small and large maintenance services, performed by certified mechanics using A-brand original-quality parts. Covers oil changes, brakes, batteries, air conditioning, timing belts, exhaust, shock absorbers, and more.
• APK (Periodic Vehicle Inspection) Dutch periodic vehicle inspection (Algemene Periodieke Keuring) testing legal requirements for safety, environment, and registration. Includes €0.50 donation per APK to Veilig Verkeer Nederland.
• CarProf Service Card Annual service membership card priced at €99.95 including PechhulpPro, seasonal checks, free tire pressure control, fluid refills, lamp replacement, and puncture repairs. Claimed value of €340.
• PechhulpPro Europa & Aanhanger (Roadside Assistance) Annual roadside assistance service for €69.95 providing 24/7 help across Europe including on-site repair, transport to preferred garage, hotel accommodation, replacement vehicle up to 21 days, and trailer/caravan coverage.
• Occasions (Used Cars) Used car sales marketplace featuring 2,145+ quality pre-owned vehicles in various price ranges from CarProf locations, with financing options through LeaseProf.
• Seasonal Vehicle Checks (Summer and Winter) Seasonal vehicle inspections (Summercheck and Wintercheck) checking crucial points like battery, wipers, fluid levels, brakes, and tires to prevent problems during holidays or cold weather. Wintercheck priced at €19.95.
• Aircocheck (Air Conditioning Service) Annual air conditioning system inspection, cleaning, and maintenance service to prevent malfunction, reduce fuel consumption, and ensure healthy cabin air quality.
• Tire Services (Purchase, Replacement, Alignment, Repair) Comprehensive tire services including new tire sales (summer, winter, all-season), seasonal tire replacement, wheel alignment, and puncture repair for all vehicle types.
• NexDrive (EV/Hybrid Service) Service network for electric and hybrid vehicle maintenance. NexDrive-certified mechanics use proper tools and materials following manufacturer guidelines, preserving factory warranty. 14 CarProf locations are NexDrive certified.
• LeaseProf Specialized service network for lease vehicle maintenance and repair. Costs covered by lease contract; customer only needs to schedule appointment at participating CarProf locations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 48-month warranty on repairs and labor
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Alliantie Stop Verkeersongevallen (ASV)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 May 2025Alliance to reduce traffic casualties in Netherlands. CarProf contributes technical expertise and nationwide garage network to support road safety initiatives. Goal: zero traffic victims by 2050.
• Veilig Verkeer Nederland (VVN)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partnership for traffic safety awareness. CarProf donates €0.50 per APK inspection to VVN and traffic safety initiatives. VVN conducts campaigns like 'Ben je Bob', 'MONO', and 'Onze scholen zijn weer begonnen' to promote safe driving behavior.
• NexDrivecoreTechnology or IntegrationService network for electric and hybrid vehicle maintenance. NexDrive-certified mechanics perform EV/hybrid maintenance following manufacturer guidelines, preserving factory warranty. 14 CarProf locations are NexDrive certified.
• LeaseProfminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLease car maintenance network. Partner franchise concept for lease vehicle service. Maintenance costs included in lease contract, customers schedule appointments at participating CarProf locations.
• TECH360coreTechnology or IntegrationTechnical support platform providing access to all car brand data, training, and remote technical support. Enables CarProf mechanics to service any vehicle brand with proper technical information.
• ActuaminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerRoadside assistance service provider. Starting July 2026, Actua handles CarProf PechhulpPro emergency assistance across Europe, replacing previous provider AA-team.
• BOVAGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBranch organization for mobility entrepreneurs. BOVAG certification provides quality assurance and consumer trust. CarProf formula incorporates BOVAG standards as standard part of garage operations.
• Alliance Automotive Group BeneluxcoreOthersInternational auto parts distribution and garage formula company. Parent organization of CarProf franchise formula, providing knowledge, purchasing power, and innovation support.
• Fonds Slachtofferhulp - TrafVic-KidsminorOthersFour-year partnership (2020-2024) supporting scientific research for TrafVic-Kids project providing specialized treatment for children affected by traffic accidents.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• VACO: VACO is a Dutch garage formula affiliated with BOVAG that offers multi-brand maintenance and APK services; it competes with CarProf for franchisees and serves overlapping end customers in the independent garage channel.
• Kwik-Fit: Kwik-Fit operates a comparable multi-brand tire, maintenance, and repair chain across the Netherlands and Europe, sharing CarProf's focus on transparent pricing, fast-fit services, and individual car owner customers.
• Bosch Car Service: Bosch Car Service is a global multi-brand garage network offering diagnostics, repair, and maintenance using Bosch tooling and data — directly analogous to CarProf's TECH360-enabled multi-brand service model.
• Profile Tyrecenter: Profile is one of the largest tire and automotive service franchise networks in the Netherlands, directly competing with CarProf across multi-brand maintenance, tire services, and APK inspections for individual car owners.
• Midas: Midas is a well-known European franchise chain offering brakes, exhaust, tires, and general maintenance, serving the same individual car owner segment as CarProf with comparable pricing transparency.

Broad incumbents

• First Stop: First Stop is a European multi-brand tire and service network with strong presence in the Netherlands, offering tire replacement, alignment, and general maintenance — overlapping with CarProf's tire and service portfolio.
• Euromaster: Euromaster is a large European tire and service brand owned by Michelin, providing broader portfolio maintenance and tire services — overlapping with CarProf but at significantly larger scale and with OEM-tied brand positioning.

Emerging players

• AutoCrew (Bosch): AutoCrew is Bosch's emerging independent garage network offering parts, diagnostics, and workshop concepts to multi-brand garages, comparable to CarProf's TECH360 platform integration for franchise members.
• TyrePlus: TyrePlus is an emerging Michelin-affiliated franchise network focused on tire and light maintenance services, comparable in structure to CarProf's franchise-based service delivery and growth approach.

Regional players

• Speedy (UK): Speedy operates a UK-based franchise/service network for tires and automotive maintenance with similar transparent-pricing and multi-brand positioning to CarProf, providing a useful regional peer reference for service model comparison.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/carprofpeters

Compliance3 records

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

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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