C.A.R.S. Automotive

What C.A.R.S. Automotive does

C.A.R.S. Automotive is a privately held, independent full-service auto repair facility operating from a single location at 9212 Horton Rd SW Unit F in Southwest Calgary, Alberta. The business serves individual vehicle owners (cars, SUVs, trucks) across multiple adjacent Calgary neighborhoods, including Haysboro, Acadia, Willow Park, Kingsland, Canyon Meadows, Eagle Ridge, Palliser, and Lake Bonavista. Services span diagnostics (computer and engine diagnostics, starting and charging diagnosis, engine oil analysis), inspection (safety, pre-purchase, airbag/SRS), repair (brakes with ABS, steering/suspension, clutch, driveline, electronic repair, on-vehicle rotor machining), and routine maintenance (oil changes, fluid flushes, TPMS service, air conditioning, tires). The company also runs a vehicle and parts classifieds marketplace online.

Operationally, C.A.R.S. combines conventional wrench-and-scan-tool repair with modern computer-based diagnostic equipment for engine, transmission, and supplemental restraint systems. Pricing is opaque and quote-based; customers receive upfront estimates with no hidden costs, and no work begins without prior approval. The business holds Red Seal interprovincial trades certification and AMVIC licensing, and reports environmental commitments including recycling programs for used oil, batteries, antifreeze, tires, and scrap metal.

The commercial model is direct-to-consumer, transactional, and locally distributed: customers drop vehicles at the single physical location, where service advisors provide quotes and obtain approval before performing work. Marketing relies on a content website (blog, maintenance Q&A), local reputation, and word-of-mouth referrals rather than paid digital acquisition or enterprise sales motions. The firm is owner-operated with six employees and has no disclosed institutional investment, parent company, or expansion footprint beyond Calgary.

Name

C.A.R.S. Automotive

Legal name

C.A.R.S. Automotive

Website

https://carsauto.ca

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

C.A.R.S. Automotive is an independent, Red Seal-certified full-service auto repair facility in Southwest Calgary, serving individual car, SUV, and truck owners with diagnostics, repairs, inspections, and routine maintenance on a transaction-based, quote-priced model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Auto Repair and Maintenance Services

NAICS

General Automotive Repair (811111), Automotive Repair and Maintenance (8111)

SIC

Services-Automotive Repair, Services & Parking (7500)

akta.pro primary industry

General Automotive Repair & Maintenance (TLAKAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electrical, Diagnostics & ADAS Calibration (TLAKAAAF), Brakes, Steering & Suspension Services (TLAKAAAC), Engine & Powertrain Repair (Transmission/Drivetrain) (TLAKAAAE)

Keywords

• Auto repair services
• Vehicle maintenance
• Automotive diagnostics
• Brake system repair
• Pre-purchase inspections

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Auto Repair Services: Traditional transaction-based auto repair services where customers pay for specific repairs, maintenance, and diagnostic services performed on their vehicles. Services range from routine maintenance to complex repairs and electronic diagnostics.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

C.A.R.S. Automotive is a full-service auto repair facility in Southwest Calgary that provides vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair services for cars, SUVs, and trucks. Services include brake repair, steering and suspension, clutch repairs, driveline services, on-vehicle rotor machining, electronic and computer diagnostics, engine oil analysis, airbag/SRS service, tire sales and TPMS service, air conditioning, scheduled maintenance, and fluid flushes, along with pre-purchase vehicle inspections and a small classifieds section for local vehicle and parts listings.

Product overview

C.A.R.S. Automotive is a full-service auto repair facility located in Calgary, Alberta, offering a comprehensive range of automotive maintenance and repair services. The company provides both inspection services (safety inspections, pre-purchase vehicle inspections, airbag and SRS systems inspections, computer diagnostics, engine diagnostics) and repair services (brake system repair with ABS, steering/suspension, clutch repairs, driveline services, on-vehicle rotor machining, tire services, air conditioning, electronic repair, starting and charging diagnosis). The business also offers routine maintenance including scheduled maintenance, fluid flushes (brake, cooling, power steering, transmission), and tire pressure monitoring system services. Additionally, they operate a vehicle classifieds marketplace for buying and selling cars, trucks, and auto parts. The company maintains environmental commitments through recycling programs for used oil, batteries, antifreeze, tires, and scrap metal.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Airbag and SRS Systems

Named customers2 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Battery VendorsminorOthersBattery vendors pick up all used batteries for recycling. Every single part of the battery is broken down for complete recycling.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Driven Brands: Public franchisor of multiple automotive service brands including CARSTAR, Take 5 Car Wash, and Maaco. Comparable as a broad incumbent platform that consolidates and supports independent auto service operators.
• Canadian Tire Auto Service: Auto service bays attached to Canadian Tire retail locations across Canada. Comparable as a broad incumbent serving individual vehicle owners with maintenance, tires, and general repair — though bundled into a much larger retail platform.
• Monro Inc. U.S. multi-brand undercar repair and tire service operator. Comparable as a broad incumbent consolidator of independent-style auto service shops with similar service lines (brakes, steering, tires, diagnostics).

Direct peers

• Jiffy Lube: North American quick-service chain focused on oil changes and preventive maintenance. Comparable on consumer-facing preventive maintenance service mix, though much larger scale and franchise-driven.
• Mr. Lube: Canada's largest quick-service automotive chain offering maintenance, oil changes, and light repairs through franchised locations. Comparable as a Canadian competitor serving the same DIY-leaning and time-sensitive individual vehicle owner segment.
• Speedy: Canadian auto service chain (formerly Speedy Glass) offering maintenance, repair, and glass services for individual consumers. Comparable as a Canadian multi-service competitor with overlapping general repair and diagnostic offerings.
• Boyd Automotive Services: Canadian independent multi-shop auto repair operator offering general automotive repair, diagnostics, and maintenance across multiple locations. Most directly comparable as a Canadian peer operating similar full-service light-duty repair shops for individual vehicle owners.
• Midas: International franchised auto service chain focused on brakes, tires, exhaust, and general repair. Comparable on service mix (brakes, steering/suspension, diagnostics) and on serving individual consumers through franchise locations.

Regional players

• Kal Tire: Canadian tire and automotive service chain with strong Western Canadian footprint. Comparable as a regional competitor with overlapping tire and light mechanical service offerings.
• Fountain Tire: Western Canadian tire and automotive service retailer. Comparable as a regional player overlapping on tire sales and general vehicle service, with strong Western Canadian presence including Calgary.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/c.a.r.s.-automotive

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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