catronix

What catronix does

Cartronix (legal entity Cartronix Ltd, trading as Cartronix Cluster Repairs Ltd) is a UK-based specialist repair company focused exclusively on automotive instrument clusters, dashboards, speedometers, and LCD displays. Founded in 2015 and operating from a single workshop in Waterlooville, Hampshire, the company performs component-level electronics repair — board-level soldering, LCD pixel replacement, backlighting repair, and processor/motor replacement — rather than full unit replacement. Its core technical differentiator is the ability to repair the original cluster in situ, preserving the vehicle's existing mileage data and coding/configuration so that dealer-level recoding or programming is avoided. Diagnostic accuracy is supported by emulator-based bench testing to confirm faults before and after repair, and every job is backed by a lifetime warranty (in effect since 1 July 2015). Coverage spans 35+ vehicle manufacturers, from mass-market Ford, Fiat, and Vauxhall to prestige marques such as Aston Martin, Porsche, Lamborghini, Bentley, and Maserati.

The business model is a transactional, pay-as-you-go repair service with pricing ranging from approximately £120 inc VAT for standard cluster repairs (e.g., Ford Focus MK2, Mercedes pixel repairs) up to £595 inc VAT for prestige infotainment and head unit repairs. Ancillary revenue streams include a £40 inc VAT diagnostic-only fee, a £40 removal-and-refitting service, and a £12.95 return postage charge. Cartronix reaches customers through a direct-to-consumer model anchored on its e-commerce website (cartronix.co.uk), supported by WhatsApp, phone, Facebook, Instagram, organic SEO content (51+ pages of repair guides and product listings), and 373 verified Google reviews carrying an "EXCELLENT" Trustindex rating.

Cartronix serves three customer segments: private motorists (primary), independent garages, and authorised main dealerships. Distribution is via a national postal repair service (Royal Mail Special Delivery intake, DHL next-working-day return) covering all UK postcodes, supplemented by a while-you-wait workshop service typically taking 40 minutes to 1.5 hours. Cartronix is privately held with no disclosed external investors, parent company, or funding rounds, and operates as a founder/owner-operated business focused entirely on the instrument cluster repair niche within the UK automotive aftermarket.

Name

catronix

Legal name

Cartronix Ltd

Website

https://cartronix.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Cartronix is a UK-based specialist that repairs automotive instrument clusters, dashboards, and LCD displays for private motorists, independent garages, and main dealerships, preserving original mileage and coding with a lifetime warranty and nationwide postal service.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Electronics Repair

NAICS

Automotive Mechanical and Electrical Repair and Maintenance (81111), Specialized Automotive Repair (811114)

SIC

Services-Automotive Repair, Services & Parking (7500)

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General Automotive Repair & Maintenance

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Automotive Repair & Maintenance (Light-Duty Vehicles)

Keywords

• Instrument cluster repair
• Vehicle dashboard repair
• LCD pixel repair
• Automotive electronics repair
• Speedometer repair

Headquarters

HQ city

Waterlooville

HQ country

United Kingdom

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. Instrument Cluster Repair Services: Cartronix generates revenue through one-time repair fees charged per repair job. Prices vary by fault type, vehicle make/model, and complexity, ranging from approximately £120 to £350+ VAT for most common repairs. Additional services include diagnostic testing (£40 inc VAT), removal and refitting (£40), and return postage (£12.95).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Cartronix repairs automotive instrument clusters, dashboards, speedometers, and LCD displays at component level for over 35 vehicle makes. Repairs retain the original unit so vehicle mileage and coding are preserved, avoiding costly main dealer replacement. Services are delivered via a national postal repair service and a same-day while-you-wait workshop in Waterlooville, backed by a lifetime warranty on all repairs.

Product overview

Cartronix is a specialist vehicle instrument cluster repair company offering a unified service portfolio centered on repairing original instrument clusters, dashboards, speedometers, and LCD displays. The core offerings consist of two main service categories: Cluster Repairs (general instrument cluster, speedometer, and dashboard fault repairs) and LCD Pixel Repairs (specialized LCD display restoration). Additional service features include Same Day Repairs, While You Wait Service, Removal and Refitting Service, Lifetime Warranty, Nationwide Postal Repair, and Specialist Diagnostics. The company serves vehicles from over 35 manufacturers including Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Ford, Land Rover, and Aston Martin. Repairs are designed to preserve original mileage and coding, avoiding costly dealer replacements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Instrument Cluster Repairs Component-level repair service for vehicle instrument clusters, dashboards, and speedometers across over 35 manufacturers. Repairs retain the original unit, preserving factory mileage and coding and avoiding main dealer replacement. Available via postal repair or same-day while-you-wait workshop appointment.
• LCD Pixel Repairs Specialist repair of LCD display faults in vehicle instrument clusters, including missing pixels, dim screens, and backlighting failures. Available across multiple vehicle makes and models with pricing from £120 inc. VAT.
• Audi TT Mk1 Instrument Cluster Processor/Instrument Repair Repair service for Audi TT Mk1 (1998-2005) covering temperature gauge, fuel gauge, and complete cluster failure issues addressed at component level.
• Porsche 996 and Boxster Instrument Cluster Pixel Repair LCD screen replacement and pixel repair for Porsche 996 and Boxster (1996-2001), addressing missing pixels on mileage and temperature displays.
• Mercedes E, C, and CLK-Class W210/W202/W208 Instrument Cluster Pixel Repair Pixel repair service for Mercedes E-Class, C-Class, and CLK-Class (1995-2003) addressing missing LCD pixels on clock and temperature displays.
• BMW E38 7 Series Instrument Cluster LCD Pixel Repair LCD replacement and pixel repair for BMW E38 7 Series, E39, and E53 X5 (1994-2001), fixing missing pixels and display issues.
• Range Rover L322 LCD Pixel Repair LCD pixel repair and gauge repair for Range Rover L322 (2002-2006), addressing failing pixels, no display, and failing gauges.
• Audi A2 8Z 3L LCD Pixel Repair LCD pixel repair service for Audi A2 8Z 3L vehicles (2006-2012), addressing missing pixels on LCD displays.
• Audi TT Mk1 Multi-Fault Cluster Repair Comprehensive repair service covering processor faults, instrument failures, motor failures, and LCD screen faults for Audi TT Mk1 (1998-2006).
• Skoda Octavia Mk1 Instrument Cluster Dash Repair Dashboard repair for Skoda Octavia Mk1 (1999-2003), fixing non-working speedometer pointers, rev counter, temperature and fuel gauges, backlights, and power failures.
• Ford Galaxy Instrument Cluster Dash Repair Dashboard repair for Ford Galaxy (2007 onwards), addressing flashing dash, total power failure, ABS warning lights, CAN bus communication faults, and non-working gauges.
• Peugeot 206 Instrument Cluster Dash Repair Dashboard repair for Peugeot 206 (1997-2005), fixing non-working speedometer pointers, faulty rev counter, missing LCD pixels, and failing gauges.
• Ford Mondeo Instrument Cluster Dash Repair Dashboard repair for Ford Mondeo (2007 onwards), addressing red LCD model cluster failures including flashing dash and speedometer issues.
• Range Rover L322 Radio and OBC Pixel Repair Radio and onboard computer pixel repair for Range Rover L322 (2002-2006), replacing LCD screens to fix missing pixel issues.

Quantifiable outcome

• Most instrument clusters are repaired the same day and returned the next working day via insured courier
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• BBA Reman: UK-based remanufacturer and repair provider for automotive electronics including instrument clusters, ECUs, and dashboard modules. Comparable to Cartronix in automotive electronics repair scope, multi-make capability, and trade-channel servicing of garages and fleet operators.
• The Speedo Clinic: Long-established UK speedometer and instrument cluster repair specialist offering postal repair services nationwide. Closely comparable to Cartronix in product scope (speedometer/cluster repair), postal distribution model, and lifetime-style customer relationships.
• SpeedoRepairs: UK-based specialist repair service for vehicle speedometers and instrument clusters, serving private motorists and trade customers via postal and workshop channels. Direct overlap with Cartronix on cluster repair service, postal model, and target customer base.
• Vehicle Electronics (vehicle-electronics.co.uk): UK automotive electronics repair business covering instrument clusters, ECUs, and dash modules for private and trade customers. Comparable niche specialist positioning with similar postal/workshop hybrid distribution.
• Car Electronics UK: UK provider of automotive electronic repair and remanufacturing services, including instrument cluster and dashboard repair. Overlaps with Cartronix in component-level electronics repair and multi-make coverage of European vehicles.
• Auto ECU Repair: UK automotive electronics specialist offering repair services for ECUs and instrument clusters. Comparable to Cartronix in component-level diagnostics/repair, postal distribution, and serving both consumers and trade workshops.
• Dashboard Repair UK: UK-based specialist in vehicle dashboard and instrument cluster repair, including LCD pixel fixes and pixel repair. Directly comparable to Cartronix on the core LCD pixel repair product and prestige/multi-make coverage.
• ECU Repair Centre: UK automotive electronics repair specialist focused on ECU, instrument cluster, and dashboard electronic faults. Directly comparable to Cartronix on component-level electronics repair capability and B2C/B2B trade customer mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xwa.me/447425621583
• Facebookfacebook.com/cartronixclusterepairs
• Instagraminstagram.com/cartronixuk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cartronix-cluster-repairs-limited

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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