Volvo De Keulenaer

What Volvo De Keulenaer does

Volvo De Keulenaer is a privately held authorized Volvo car dealership operating in Belgium since 1979, with two retail and service locations in Beveren-Waas and Sint-Niklaas (Flanders) and a headcount of five. The company sells Volvo's full model range, including fully electric vehicles (EX30, EX40, EX60, EX90, EC40, ES90), plug-in hybrids (XC90, XC60, V60), mild hybrids (XC90, XC60, XC40, V60), Special Editions, and Volvo Selekt certified pre-owned vehicles, supported by online configuration, quote requests, and test-drive booking via the volvocars.com platform.

The dealership operates an authorized workshop offering maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, and structured services such as Aircocheck, Seizoenscheck (22-point seasonal inspection at €48.99), Voorcontrole pre-inspection, windshield repair, and Volvo Personal Service, with management claiming 80% of typical service work completed within one hour. Revenue streams span new vehicle sales, certified pre-owned sales, service and maintenance, genuine parts and accessories, and financing/lease products (classical, balloon, operational, financial, and private lease). Volvo Assistance, provided via a partnership with Touring since 2 January 2024, delivers 24/7 roadside coverage across Belgium, Luxembourg, and Europe for Volvo owners.

The business operates as part of Volvo Car Belgium NV's authorized dealer network, conforming to brand standards while retaining local ownership. Distribution is hybrid: physical showrooms in Beveren-Waas and Sint-Niklaas combined with Volvo's digital sales infrastructure (volvocars.com/nl-be, volvostock.be, the Volvo Cars app), plus a dedicated Fleet & Business channel for corporate accounts. The dealer is a distribution and service intermediary rather than a technology builder; any AI, ADAS, or connectivity features sold are OEM-supplied (Google Gemini, NVIDIA DRIVE, HuginCore, Pilot Assist).

Name

Volvo De Keulenaer

Legal name

Garage De Keulenaer

Website

https://garagedekeulenaer.be

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Volvo De Keulenaer is a privately held authorized Volvo dealership in Belgium, operating two locations in Beveren-Waas and Sint-Niklaas that sell new Volvo vehicles, certified pre-owned cars, and provide authorized service, parts, and financing to individual consumers and local fleet customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Authorized Automotive Dealership

NAICS

New Car Dealers (44111), New Car Dealers (441110)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Corporate & Employee Fleet Programs (THADAKAC)

Keywords

• Authorized car dealership
• New vehicle sales
• Certified pre-owned vehicles
• Vehicle maintenance services
• Automotive financing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Beveren-Waas

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. New Vehicle Sales: Sale of new Volvo vehicles including electric (EX90, EX60, EX40, EX30, EC40, ES90), plug-in hybrid (XC90, XC60, V60), and mild hybrid models (XC90, XC60, XC40, V60)
2. Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales: Sale of Volvo Selekt certified pre-owned vehicles meeting strict criteria (max 7 years old, under 150,000 km, 150+ point inspection)
3. Vehicle Service and Maintenance: Authorized Volvo workshop providing maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, and technical inspections including Aircocheck, Seizoenscheck (seasonal check), Voorcontrole (pre-inspection), and windshield repair
4. Parts and Accessories: Genuine Volvo parts and accessories sales
5. Financing Services: Vehicle financing including classical financing, balloon financing, operational leasing, financial leasing, and private lease options

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Volvo De Keulenaer is an authorized Volvo dealership in Belgium that retails new Volvo vehicles across the full lineup (pure electric, plug-in hybrid, and mild hybrid models), Volvo Selekt certified pre-owned vehicles, and Special Edition variants. It operates an authorized Volvo workshop offering scheduled maintenance, technical inspections, and windshield repair, supported by Volvo Personal Service and 24/7 Volvo Assistance roadside coverage through Touring.

Product overview

Volvo De Keulenaer is an authorized Volvo dealership in Belgium (Beveren-Waas and Sint-Niklaas) offering Volvo's complete vehicle portfolio including pure electric models (EX90, EX60, EX40, EX30, EC40, ES90), plug-in hybrids (XC90, XC60, V60), and mild hybrids (XC90, XC60, XC40, V60). The dealership provides maintenance services including Aircocheck, Seizoenscheck (seasonal inspection), Voorcontrole (pre-inspection), and windshield repair. It also offers Volvo Selekt certified pre-owned vehicles and Special Editions (Black, Business, Limited, Launch, First Edition, Cross Country). Additional services include Volvo Personal Service with same-hour repairs and Volvo Assistance roadside support in partnership with Touring.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Volvo EX90 Fully electric 7-seater SUV with advanced safety systems including Pilot Assist up to 150 km/h, 360-degree collision avoidance, and occupant sensing technology. Sold through the Volvo De Keulenaer dealership.
• Volvo EX60 Fully electric midsize SUV with up to 810 km range, Google Gemini AI assistant integration, HuginCore processing, and ultra-fast charging (340 km range added in 10 minutes). Sold at Volvo De Keulenaer.
• Volvo EX40 Fully electric compact SUV, part of Volvo's pure electric vehicle lineup. Sold through Volvo De Keulenaer.
• Volvo EX30 Compact fully electric SUV designed in Sweden and built in Ghent, with up to 476 km range. Sold at Volvo De Keulenaer; a Black Edition variant is also available.
• Volvo EC40 Fully electric crossover SUV with sleek design and advanced technology. Sold through Volvo De Keulenaer.
• Volvo ES90 Fully electric premium sedan with 3.1m wheelbase, Bowers & Wilkins 25-speaker audio system with Dolby Atmos, Abbey Road studio sound mode, and advanced safety technologies. Sold at Volvo De Keulenaer.
• Volvo XC90 Luxury SUV available in plug-in hybrid and mild hybrid variants, with seating for up to 7. Sold through Volvo De Keulenaer.
• Volvo XC60 Mid-size SUV available in plug-in hybrid and mild hybrid variants. Sold through Volvo De Keulenaer.
• Volvo XC40 Compact SUV available in mild hybrid variant. Sold through Volvo De Keulenaer.
• Volvo V60 Wagon available in plug-in hybrid and mild hybrid variants. Sold through Volvo De Keulenaer.
• Volvo Selekt Certified Pre-Owned Certified pre-owned Volvo program with vehicles meeting criteria (max 7 years old, less than 150,000 km, 150+ point inspection by Volvo-trained technicians using genuine parts). Includes up to 3-year warranty for vehicles up to 5 years old.
• Volvo Special Editions Exclusive limited-time model variants including Business Editions, Black Editions, Limited Editions, Launch Editions, First Editions, and Cross Country editions across various Volvo models.
• Aircocheck (Air Conditioning Check) Annual air conditioning system inspection and maintenance service for optimal climate control performance, provided at the authorized Volvo workshop.
• Seizoenscheck (Seasonal Check) Seasonal vehicle inspection covering 22 vital control points including windows, lighting, tires, brakes, battery, and fluids. Priced at €48.99 including labor and 21% VAT, excluding replacement parts; valid until 31 December 2026.
• Voorcontrole Technische Keuring (Pre-Inspection) Pre-inspection service checking 35 essential points before official technical inspection, performed at the authorized Volvo workshop.
• Herstelling Voorruit (Windshield Repair) Windshield repair service, critical for visibility and sensor functionality, offered at the authorized Volvo workshop.
• Volvo Personal Service Workshop concept with multiple technicians working simultaneously, completing 80% of service work within one hour without the need for a replacement vehicle.
• Volvo Assistance 24/7 roadside assistance partnership with Touring, covering Belgium, Luxembourg, and all of Europe. Free for vehicles under 3 years old or for vehicles serviced at an authorized Volvo dealer.
• Vehicle Financing Services Vehicle financing arrangements including classical financing, balloon financing, operational leasing, financial leasing, and private lease options, offered to Volvo De Keulenaer customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80% of service work completed within one hour
• +3 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability5 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• TouringcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 January 2024Touring is the new Volvo Assistance partner starting 2 January 2024, providing 24/7 roadside assistance throughout Europe. The partnership supports Volvo customers with technical defects or emergencies, including towing to any Volvo dealer within 30 km of borders. Touring brings expertise in electric and hybrid vehicle assistance.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Donckerwolcke: Belgian premium automotive dealer in Flanders operating multiple luxury brands. Regional player — directly comparable authorized dealership operating in the same Flemish market but with a multi-brand luxury portfolio and broader scale.
• Ginion Group: Belgian premium automotive dealer group with multiple luxury franchises in Belgium. Regional player — comparable premium-dealer business model focused on Belgium, but serves a higher-end luxury segment and larger scale than De Keulenaer.

Broad incumbents

• Louyet Group: Belgian multi-brand automotive dealer group operating premium franchises including Volvo. Broad incumbent — operates the same authorized-dealer + service business model at greater scale and across multiple brands within Belgium.
• Inchcape: Global automotive distributor and retailer representing multiple premium OEMs across markets. Broad incumbent — comparable authorized retail/distribution model but operates at vastly greater scale across multiple geographies and brands.
• Van Mossel Automotive Group: One of the largest automotive dealer groups in the Benelux, operating numerous premium franchises and service centers across Belgium and the Netherlands. Broad incumbent — far larger scale and multi-brand, but directly comparable authorized-dealer business model and Flemish customer overlap.
• Hedin Mobility Group: European automotive retail and distribution group with extensive dealer operations across multiple premium and volume brands. Broad incumbent — comparable authorized dealership and service model, materially larger scale and pan-European footprint.
• D'Ieteren: Belgian-listed automotive group operating Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and other premium franchises with a large national dealership and service network. Broad incumbent — much larger scale, multi-brand portfolio, and shared Flemish customer pool, but competes for the same premium-car buyer.

Direct peers

• Verbelen: Authorized Volvo dealer group operating in Belgium. Direct peer — sells the same new and certified pre-owned Volvo lineup, operates the same Volvo Personal Service workshop concept, and competes for the same Flemish/Belgian customer base.
• Volvo Louyet (Louyet Group): Authorized Volvo dealer within the Louyet automotive group in Belgium. Direct peer — same Volvo franchise model, similar showroom/workshop structure, competing for Volvo buyers and service customers in Belgium.

Emerging players

• Tesla Belgium: Tesla operates its own direct-sales stores and service centers in Belgium, bypassing the traditional authorized-dealer model. Emerging player — competes for the same Flemish EV buyers using a fundamentally different (OEM-direct) go-to-market that threatens incumbent dealers like De Keulenaer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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