sarl verifauto

What sarl verifauto does

Auto Sécurité is the largest dedicated vehicle technical inspection (contrôle technique) network in France, operating as a brand within SGS Group France. The network comprises more than 930 affiliated inspection centers covering all 96 mainland departments plus overseas territories (DOM), staffed by roughly 1,950 certified controllers, and is positioned alongside sister brands Sécuritest and Vérif'Auto to form a combined 1,960-center, 4,100+ controller platform under SGS. SARL Verifauto is the corporate vehicle operating one of these affiliated centers in Saint-laurent-des-arbres, and inherits the full network's product, pricing, and certification framework.

The core service is the mandatory periodic technical inspection performed against 133 standardized control points following the 2018 European harmonized reform. Beyond the periodic visit, the network monetizes a defined product set: contre-visite re-inspection, voluntary pre-sale inspection, complementary pollution inspection for utility vehicles, motorcycle inspection, vintage/collection vehicle inspection, utility and 4x4/camping-car inspection. The commercial stack includes online appointment booking, an email/SMS free reminder service that drives repeat traffic, a "Mon Contrôleur" staffing platform that routes certified controllers across centers, and a Pro account tailored to fleet operators running multi-vehicle compliance programs.

Revenue is generated almost entirely per-inspection at regulated tariffs, with contre-visites, voluntary inspections, and fleet Pro contracts layered on top. The individual vehicle owner is the primary customer, with commercial fleets as a secondary but higher-value segment. Demand is structural and largely non-discretionary because the inspection is legally required for vehicle registration continuity, and the network is the principal beneficiary of any consolidation, regulatory tightening, or fleet compliance initiatives in the French aftermarket.

Name

sarl verifauto

Legal name

AUTO SECURITE France SAS

Website

https://autosecurite.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Auto Sécurité is France's largest vehicle technical inspection network with 930+ affiliated centers and 1,950 certified controllers, serving individual motorists and fleet operators with mandatory and voluntary inspections, and operating as a brand within SGS Group France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vehicle Technical Inspection Services

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (54138)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

DOT / Regulatory Compliance Inspections & Certifications (FMCSA/State) (TLAKAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Multi-Point Inspections & Safety Checks (DVIR/Annual/Periodic) (TLAKAGAB), Emissions Testing (I/M Programs) & Smog Check Stations (TLAKANAF)

Keywords

• Vehicle technical inspection
• Automobile regulatory checks
• Antipollution control
• Vehicle compliance testing
• Automotive safety inspection

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint-laurent-des-arbres

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Technical Inspection (Contrôle Technique): Auto Sécurité network provides mandatory technical vehicle inspections at its affiliated centers. Fees are charged per inspection. Additional services include counter-inspection (contre-visite) fees when initial inspection reveals defects, complementary pollution inspection for utility vehicles, and voluntary inspection services. Revenue is generated through per-transaction fees collected from vehicle owners at each center visit.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

sarl verifauto (operating as part of the Auto Sécurité network) provides the mandatory French vehicle technical inspection (contrôle technique), covering 133 control points across identification, braking, steering, visibility, lighting, suspension, structure, and emissions for cars, vans, 4x4 vehicles, and camping cars. The offering also includes re-inspections (contre-visite), complementary pollution inspections, voluntary inspections, and supporting online services such as appointment booking, free email reminders, customer accounts, and online payment.

Product overview

Auto Sécurité operates a network of over 900 technical inspection centers across France and DOM territories, offering mandatory vehicle technical inspections (contrôle technique) as its core service. The network, part of the SGS Group, provides periodic inspections, re-inspections (contre-visite), and voluntary inspections for all vehicle types including cars, motorcycles, utility vehicles, 4x4s, and classic cars. Additional services include complementary pollution inspections, free appointment reminders, online accounts, professional scheduling tools (Espace Pro), and online payment. All centers are state-approved and audited, with technicians required to hold certified qualifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Contrôle Technique Automobile (Periodic Vehicle Technical Inspection)

Quantifiable outcome

• 8.01/10 customer satisfaction score, ranked #1 in technical inspection category by Capital magazine
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 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

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor, moderate and core.

• Ligue Nationale de Handball (LNH)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2020Auto Sécurité became an official partner of the Ligue Nationale de Handball for the 2020/2021 season. Managed by Lagardère Sports, the partnership provides brand visibility among handball audiences and community engagement opportunities.
• CNPA (Conseil National des Professions de l'Automobile)moderateStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2019SGS France (parent company of Auto Sécurité) officially joined the CNPA in October 2019 at the Equip'Auto trade show. CNPA is the national council for automotive professions, providing industry representation, standards development, and policy advocacy for automotive service providers.
• Collectif Génération ResponsablemoderateStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2019Auto Sécurité, along with Sécuritest and Vérif'Autos networks, joined the Collectif Génération Responsable and was awarded the 'Enseigne Responsable' label. The collective focuses on sustainable business practices and social/environmental responsibility for retail and service brands.
• Auto Moto (Television Show)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2016Auto Sécurité sponsored the Auto Moto television show from March to June 2016, providing brand visibility to an engaged automotive enthusiast audience. The show is a landmark program for car and motorcycle enthusiasts.
• SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAuto Sécurité is a member of the SGS Group, the world leader in inspection, control, analysis, and certification. SGS is the majority shareholder. Auto Sécurité operates under the SGS Group France umbrella alongside sister networks Sécuritest and Vérif'Autos. SGS provides capital backing, operational infrastructure, and corporate governance.
• UTAC-OTC (Organisme Technique Central)coreOthersUTAC-OTC is the official technical body overseeing vehicle technical inspection in France (Arrêté du 18 juin 1991). Auto Sécurité's centers operate under UTAC-OTC regulatory oversight and are audited against state standards. Data from inspections is communicated to UTAC-OTC as required by law.
• Sécurité Routière (French Road Safety Authority)minorOthersOfficial institutional partner referenced on the Auto Sécurité website as a useful resource for road safety information. Supports the company's mission of vehicle safety and road worthiness.
• 40 millions d'automobilistesminorOthersAutomobile association partner referenced on the Auto Sécurité website as a useful resource for French motorists. The association represents and advocates for driver interests.
• SécuritestcoreOthersSécuritest is the sister network under the SGS Group France umbrella. Both networks share resources, training programs, the 'Mon Contrôleur' staff sharing platform, and corporate communications. Together they represent the largest technical inspection network in France.
• Vérif'AutosminorOthersVérif'Autos is another brand within the SGS Group France network of technical inspection centers, operating alongside Auto Sécurité and Sécuritest. Combined, the three networks represent ~1,960 centers across France.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sécuritest: Sister brand under SGS Group France offering identical vehicle technical inspection (contrôle technique) services across France. Closest direct comparable: same parent, same regulatory product, same customers, same revenue model, and combined they form the #1 network in France.
• Vé rif'Autos: Third sister brand under SGS Group France operating vehicle technical inspection centers. Same mandatory service offering, same parent, same regulatory framework; together the three networks form ~1,960 centers and represent the dominant French technical inspection footprint.
• Norisko: French vehicle technical inspection network also operating under the SGS Group umbrella (acquired 2012). Competes directly with Auto Sécurité for the same mandatory contrôle technique customers under the same regulated pricing and UTAC-OTC oversight.
• Autovision: One of the largest independent French vehicle technical inspection networks operating hundreds of centers across France. Directly comparable product (contrôle technique), same customer base, same regulated pricing, and a key direct competitor to Auto Sécurité for organic inspection volume.
• Autosur: Major French vehicle technical inspection network operating centers across metropolitan France. Offers the same mandatory contrôle technique service under UTAC-OTC oversight and competes directly for individual vehicle owners and fleet operators.

Broad incumbents

• DEKRA: Global German TIC giant with automotive inspection services across multiple European countries including France. A broader incumbent operating well beyond technical inspection (also certification, automotive services, claims) but with direct overlap in vehicle periodic inspection.
• Bureau Veritas: French-headquartered global TIC leader and natural comparable to SGS Group (Auto Sécurité's parent). Operates a broad testing, inspection, and certification portfolio with automotive service lines that intersect with Auto Sécurité's regulated vehicle inspection offering.
• TÜV Rheinland: Major German-based global TIC organization offering automotive testing and inspection services across multiple geographies. Comparable as a broad incumbent in vehicle compliance testing with similar regulatory-driven service model.
• TÜV SÜD: Global TIC provider with automotive inspection, testing, and certification services. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering regulated vehicle testing services under similar state-mandated frameworks, though with a wider portfolio beyond technical inspection.
• Intertek: Global TIC group providing automotive testing, inspection, and certification services worldwide. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering regulated testing services across multiple industries, including automotive compliance testing overlapping with Auto Sécurité's remit.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 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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