busglas

What busglas does

BusGlas GmbH is a privately-held German automotive glass specialist headquartered in Bühl, Baden-Württemberg. Founded in 2000 by owner Thorsten Haucke (Vertretungsberechtigter Gesellschafter), the company provides glass replacement, stone chip repair, and glass sealing — including lotus-effect (water-repellent) coatings — for passenger cars (PKW), trucks (LKW), buses, and motorhomes (Wohnmobile). The firm positions itself on OEM-quality parts and integrated Kaskoversicherung (comprehensive insurance) claim handling, with differentiated service-level features including 24-hour emergency support for bus operators, mobile on-site response, free vehicle pickup, and rental car provision during repair.

The business operates a regional direct-to-services model with a single physical workshop in Bühl as the operational anchor. Revenue is generated primarily through per-job repair and replacement work billed to retail customers and commercial fleet operators; insurance claim handling is embedded into the workflow rather than monetized as a separate line. The customer base is split between individual retail vehicle owners (whose claims route through comprehensive auto insurance) and commercial accounts — notably bus operators receiving priority emergency response, plus truck and RV fleet customers.

Operationally, BusGlas GmbH functions as an owner-operated local service business. The digital presence is dated (website copyright 2018–2020) and the company shows no evidence of multi-site expansion, external capital raising, or platform/technology development. Competitive differentiation rests on OEM-grade parts, bus/RV specialization, and the convenience features (pickup, rental car, 24/7 bus emergency) rather than on technology, scale, or pricing.

Name

busglas

Legal name

BUSGLAS GmbH

Website

https://busglasgmbh.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Short description

BusGlas GmbH is a Bühl, Germany-based auto glass specialist providing replacement, stone chip repair, and lotus-effect sealing for passenger cars, trucks, buses, and RVs. It serves retail consumers and commercial fleets with OEM parts, mobile on-site service, and integrated insurance claim handling.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Auto Glass Services

NAICS

Automotive Glass Replacement Shops (811122)

SIC

Services-Automotive Repair, Services & Parking (7500)

akta.pro primary industry

Glass, Lighting & Visibility Systems Service (Windshields, Lamps, Mirrors) (TLAKABAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Mobile Glass Repair/Replacement & Temporary Weatherproofing (TLAKAFAL)

Keywords

• Auto glass replacement
• Windshield repair services
• Vehicle glazing specialist
• Stone chip repair
• Bus glazing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Bühl

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Windshield and Glass Replacement: One-time service revenue from replacing damaged or broken windshields and vehicle windows for cars, trucks, buses, and recreational vehicles. Services include front windshields, side windows, rear windows, and crank windows. Uses original equipment manufacturer (OEM) quality parts.
2. Stone Chip and Glass Repair: Revenue from repairing stone chip damage and glass imperfections. These repairs are fully recognized by automotive insurers and can be billed directly through partial comprehensive insurance (Teilkasko), reducing customer out-of-pocket costs and encouraging service adoption.
3. Glass Sealing Treatment: Revenue from applying hydrophobic glass sealing treatments that improve visibility and reduce cleaning requirements. The treatment creates a molecular bond with the glass surface lasting approximately 12 months.
4. Mobility and Rental Services: Revenue from providing rental vehicles and mobility services while customer vehicles are being serviced. Offered as part of comprehensive customer service alongside free vehicle pickup.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

BusGlas GmbH is an auto glass specialist workshop in Bühl, Germany, providing vehicle glazing, glass replacement, and stone-chip repairs for cars, trucks, buses, and motorhomes. The company offers OEM-quality windshield and window replacement, insurance-recognized stone chip repair, glass sealing treatments, and a 24-hour emergency service for bus operators. Complementary services include free vehicle pickup, rental car provision during repairs, on-site mobile service, and direct insurance claim handling.

Product overview

BusGlas GmbH is a specialized auto glass service company offering a unified suite of vehicle glazing services. The core offerings include professional glass replacement (Scheibenaustausch) for cars, trucks, buses, and motorhomes using OEM-quality glass, and stone chip repair (Steinschlagreparatur) using insurance-recognized procedures. Supporting services include glass sealing (Scheibenversiegelung) with lotus-effect treatment, headlight and turn signal replacement, custom composite glass fabrication, on-site mobile service, free vehicle pickup, rental car provision, and 24-hour emergency service for bus customers. The company positions itself as a one-stop provider for all vehicle glass needs, from routine replacement to specialty fabrication and emergency repairs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Scheibenaustausch (Glass Replacement) Professional replacement of windshields, side windows, rear windows, and crank windows for passenger cars (PKW), trucks (LKW), buses, and motorhomes (Wohnmobile), using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) quality glass.
• Steinschlagreparatur (Stone Chip Repair) Specialized repair procedure for stone chip damage to windshields using a composite glass repair system, fully recognized by automotive insurers and billable directly through partial comprehensive insurance (Teilkasko).
• Scheibenversiegelung (Glass Sealing) Hydrophobic glass sealing treatment creating a molecular bond with the windshield at a mineral level (lotus effect), causing water droplets to bead and roll off while carrying dust and contaminants; lasts approximately 12 months.
• Scheinwerfergläser und Blinker ersetzen (Headlight and Turn Signal Replacement) Replacement of headlight glasses and turn signal lenses for vehicles.
• Verbundglaszuschnitte / Sonderanfertigungen (Custom Composite Glass / Special Orders) Custom composite glass cutting and special order fabrication, including construction vehicle glazing (Baumaschinenverglasung) for specialized commercial applications.
• Vor-Ort-Service (On-Site Mobile Service) Mobile service where technicians travel to the customer's location to perform glass repair or replacement on-site, for customers unable to bring their vehicle to the workshop.
• 24-Stunden-Notdienst für Buskunden (24-Hour Emergency Service for Bus Customers) Dedicated 24-hour emergency hotline (0180 5901801) providing urgent glazing services for bus operator customers outside regular business hours, minimizing vehicle downtime.

Quantifiable outcome

• Stone chip repairs can be billed directly through partial comprehensive insurance (Teilkasko), saving customers time and money
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered key and minor.

• Thorsten HauckekeyOthersThorsten Haucke is the authorized representative partner (vertretungsberechtigter Gesellschafter) of BusGlas GmbH and serves as the responsible party for data processing under GDPR (Art. 37 DSGVO).
• Icare MediaminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIcare Media is responsible for technical implementation and design of the BusGlas website (technisch Verantwortlicher & Design). Provides ongoing web development and maintenance services.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Carglass: Germany's largest auto glass repair and replacement specialist, with nationwide branch network and direct insurer billing. Directly comparable to BusGlas on core service offering (windshield replacement, stone chip repair), though at vastly greater scale.
• Junited Autoglas: German auto glass franchise network offering windshield replacement and stone chip repair with insurer partnerships. Comparable service mix and target customer base to BusGlas, with broader geographic coverage.
• Speedy Glass: European auto glass repair and replacement chain operating in Germany with mobile service and insurer billing. Matches BusGlas on windshield/stone chip repair services and mobile delivery model.
• Euroglass: European auto glass repair specialist operating across multiple countries with mobile service and insurer partnerships. Directly comparable to BusGlas on windshield replacement, mobile service, and insurer billing.
• Wintec Autoglas: German auto glass specialist (referenced in BusGlas website copy) offering windshield and stone chip repair with insurer billing. Direct competitive peer within the same regional auto glass service category.

Broad incumbents

• Belron: Global parent company of Carglass and other auto glass brands. Operates the largest auto glass repair/replacement platform worldwide; relevant as the broad incumbent shaping competitive dynamics that BusGlas competes against.

Others

• A.T.U (Auto Teile Unger): Germany's largest multi-service automotive chain offering repairs, parts, and tire/glass services. Overlaps with BusGlas on customer base and broader vehicle service delivery, though glass is not its core focus.
• Vergölst: German automotive service chain (Continental subsidiary) offering tire and general vehicle maintenance. Adjacent competitor for fleet and consumer automotive service budgets in the same regional market.

Emerging players

• Glass Doctor: Franchise-based auto glass and home glass repair brand with growing presence in Europe. Comparable business model (franchise/local operator) and service scope to BusGlas, with broader marketing infrastructure.

Regional players

• KFZ-Werkstatt Bühl Regional Players: Independent local automotive repair workshops in the Bühl/Baden region that occasionally perform glass replacement as part of broader repair services. Indirect competitive overlap for walk-in private vehicle customers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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