SOS PARE-BRISE + RÉSEAU

What SOS PARE-BRISE + RÉSEAU does

SOS PARE-BRISE + RÉSEAU is a French automotive glass repair and replacement franchise network founded in 1991 by Jacques Jean and headquartered in Fenouillet, Occitanie. The network comprises more than 100 centers across metropolitan France and DOM-TOM, providing impact repair, windshield replacement, rear and side window replacement, mirror and panoramic roof replacement, ADAS camera recalibration, headlight renovation, and specialized glazing for campervans, agricultural, and construction vehicles. Technically, the service relies on UV-curable resin injection for impact repair (30-minute cycle), OEM-specification replacement glass compliant with European regulation 43R, and in-center ADAS camera calibration across vehicle brands.

The company's commercial model is built around a 0€ franchise concept, invented in 1999 and registered at INPI, in which the network absorbs the insured customer's insurance deductible and waives claim declaration and bonus impact. Customers with bris de glace coverage pay nothing out of pocket, the network bills the insurer directly, and out-of-pocket prices for uninsured customers range from €250-400 for city cars to €500-800+ for premium vehicles requiring ADAS recalibration. Headlight restoration is priced at €50-100 per optic. The network is integrated into the claims workflows of 200+ French insurance providers (AXA, MAIF, Allianz, MACIF, GMF, MMA, Groupama, MACSF and others).

Customer segments are primarily individual car owners, with secondary segments in business fleet management (centralized billing and volume contracts) and special-vehicle owners. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer retail via physical centers, supported by center-level local SEO, Google Business reviews (4.9/5 across 5,892+ reviews), insurance referrals, and franchise recruitment. The business is privately held by the Jean family — now in its second generation under Christelle and Christophe Jean — with no disclosed external funding, parent company, or M&A activity.

Name

SOS PARE-BRISE + RÉSEAU

Legal name

SOS PARE-BRISE+

Website

https://sosparebriseplus.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Short description

SOS Pare-Brise+ Réseau is a French automotive glass repair and replacement franchise network of 100+ centers founded in 1991, serving insured individual car owners with a 0€ deductible concept, plus fleet managers and special-vehicle owners via 200+ insurer partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Glass Services

NAICS

Automotive Glass Replacement Shops (811122), Automotive Body, Paint, Interior, and Glass Repair (81112)

akta.pro primary industry

Auto Glass Repair & Replacement (TLAKAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Glass, Lighting & Visibility Systems Service (Windshields, Lamps, Mirrors) (TLAKABAL), Glass Repair & Replacement (Windshield/Auto Glass) (TLAKAEAF)

Keywords

• Windshield replacement
• ADAS camera calibration
• Fleet glass management
• Headlight restoration
• Automotive glass repair

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fleet management services: Centralized billing and volume discounts for business fleet customers with dedicated account managers.
2. Glass repair and replacement services: Revenue generated from insurance companies for covered glass repair and replacement services. The company bills insurance directly and handles all administrative claims. Customers with bris de glace coverage pay €0 due to the 0€ franchise concept. Non-insured customers pay market rates.
3. Out-of-pocket payments (non-insured): Revenue from customers without bris de glace coverage who pay market prices directly. Prices range from €250-400 for city cars to €500-800+ for premium vehicles with ADAS.
4. Headlight renovation: Separate service for headlight restoration, priced at €50-100 per optic, not covered by insurance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

SOS Pare-Brise+ operates a national franchise network of 100+ centers across France providing automotive glass repair and replacement services. The core offering includes free impact repair via resin injection, full windshield, rear window, side window, mirror and panoramic roof replacement, ADAS camera calibration, and headlight restoration. The signature 0€ franchise concept, invented in 1999, absorbs the customer's insurance deductible so insured customers pay nothing out-of-pocket for glass damage claims.

Product overview

SOS PARE-BRISE+ is a national automotive glass repair and replacement franchise network operating over 100 centers across France since 1991. The company offers a unified service portfolio centered on windshield and vehicle glass services, including impact repair (free resin injection), full windshield and window replacement, ADAS camera calibration, headlight restoration, and panoramic roof services. The offering is organized around a core 0€ deductible concept (invented in 1999) where the company covers customer deductibles for all glass damage claims. Services extend to specialized segments including campervans/motorhomes, professional fleets (with centralized billing), and insurance company partnerships. The product portfolio includes: Réparation Impact Pare-Brise, Remplacement Pare-Brise, Remplacement Lunette Arrière, Remplacement Vitre Latérale, Remplacement Rétroviseur, Remplacement Toit Panoramique, Rénovation Optiques de Phares, Calibrage Caméra ADAS, Vitrage Camping-Car/Véhicules Spéciaux, Gestion de Flotte Automobile, Pack Sécurité SOS+ (complimentary add-on bundle), and Partenariat Assureurs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Réparation Impact Pare-Brise (Windshield Impact Repair) Free impact repair service using UV-curable resin injection to stop crack propagation and restore windshield transparency, completed in approximately 30 minutes for all vehicle makes and models.
• Remplacement Pare-Brise (Windshield Replacement) Complete windshield replacement service for all vehicle makes and models, including mandatory ADAS camera recalibration, using OEM-specification glass compliant with European regulation 43R. Covered at 0€ out-of-pocket for insured customers.
• Remplacement Lunette Arrière (Rear Window Replacement) Rear window replacement service preserving defrosting filaments and integrated radio antenna functionality, including reconnection and testing. Covered by 0€ franchise for insured customers.
• Remplacement Vitre Latérale (Side Window Replacement) Side window and quarter glass replacement service for broken or damaged lateral windows, including complete interior glass debris cleanup. Available for all vehicle formats.
• Remplacement Rétroviseur (Mirror Replacement) Mirror and housing replacement service for damaged rearview mirrors, including electronic components such as defrosting, turn signals, and integrated camera systems.
• Remplacement Toit Panoramique (Panoramic Roof Replacement) Panoramic and sunroof glass replacement service for fixed or opening panoramic roofs, including waterproofing and electronic reconnection for opening mechanisms, covering premium brands and SUVs.
• Rénovation Optiques de Phares (Headlight Restoration) Headlight restoration service using progressive polishing and UV-protective varnish application to restore transparency and up to 70% of original light output. Priced at €50–100 per optic, not covered by insurance.
• Calibrage Caméra ADAS (ADAS Camera Calibration) Mandatory ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) camera recalibration service performed in-equipped centers for all vehicle brands after windshield replacement, to ensure proper functioning of safety features including emergency braking and lane keeping.
• Vitrage Camping-Car et Véhicules Spéciaux (Campervan and Special Vehicle Glass) Specialized glass replacement service for campervans, motorhomes, agricultural vehicles, and construction equipment, covering profiled, integral, and van-conversion types.
• Gestion de Flotte Automobile Professionnelle (Professional Fleet Management) B2B fleet management solution offering centralized billing, a dedicated account manager, volume discounts, and on-site intervention capabilities for business vehicle fleets.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% franchise absorption for insured customers
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• AXAmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor insurance partner accepting and referring policyholders for glass repair and replacement services. One of 200+ insurers in the network.
• MAIFmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor insurance partner accepting and referring policyholders for glass repair and replacement services.
• AllianzmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor insurance partner accepting and referring policyholders for glass repair and replacement services.
• MACIFmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor mutual insurance partner in the network of 200+ accepted insurers.
• GMFmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor insurance partner in the network.
• MMAmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor insurance partner in the network of 200+ accepted insurers.
• GroupamamajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor insurance partner in the network.
• MACSFmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInsurance partner for healthcare professionals in the network.
• Fleet management companies (unspecified)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness fleet customers with dedicated account management, centralized billing, and volume discounts.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Carglass: Carglass is the market-leading auto glass repair and replacement network in France (part of Belron), offering windshield repair/replacement, ADAS calibration, and direct insurance billing. It is the primary direct competitor to SOS Pare-Brise+, with similar service portfolio and zero-deductible-style insurance partnerships.
• France Pare-Brise: France Pare-Brise is one of the largest nationwide French auto glass franchise networks, directly competing with SOS Pare-Brise+ on windshield repair/replacement, insurance handling, and ADAS recalibration. Same core offering, same target customer.
• Mondial Pare-Brise: Mondial Pare-Brise operates a French national auto glass repair and replacement network with direct insurance billing. Directly comparable to SOS Pare-Brise+ on service mix, customer base, and franchise-style footprint.
• A+ Glass: A+ Glass is a French auto glass repair and replacement network offering windshield repair, replacement, and insurance claim handling for individual and fleet customers. Directly competes with SOS Pare-Brise+ in the same retail/MRO channel.
• Glassdrive: Glassdrive is a French auto glass repair and replacement network offering windshield services with insurance partnerships. Directly comparable to SOS Pare-Brise+ on product, channel (insurance billing), and customer segments including fleet.

Broad incumbents

• Speedy: Speedy is a large French multi-service auto repair chain (tires, brakes, maintenance) that also offers auto glass services at its centers. Comparable as a broad incumbent that competes for the same customers' service budgets and insurance claim flow.
• Norauto: Norauto is a major French automotive service retail chain offering tires, maintenance, and increasingly glass-related services. Overlaps with SOS Pare-Brise+ on retail customers, fleet services, and insurance-driven foot traffic.
• Feu Vert: Feu Vert is a French automotive service and parts retailer with service centers that handle some glass-related repairs. Comparable as a broad incumbent competing for retail service wallet share and insurance-channel customers.
• Belron (Carglass parent): Belron is the global parent of Carglass and the world's largest vehicle glass repair and replacement group. Comparable as the structural incumbent whose scale, insurer relationships, and pricing power shape the competitive landscape SOS Pare-Brise+ operates within.
• Autovision: Autovision is a French automotive services network primarily focused on vehicle inspection, with adjacent maintenance offerings. Comparable as a broad automotive-services incumbent sharing some insurance and fleet customer relationships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks3 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 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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