Start an Autosmart Franchise Opportunity

Autosmart has been manufacturing and franchising for 45 years. We are the UK's leading supplier of professional vehicle cleaning products to the trade. Our franchisees are independent and dymanic people who take the shop to the customer. They drive the iconic Autosmart mobile showroom filled with professional cleaning products.

All types of businesses need a regular supply of our specialist cleaning products, from car dealerships, through to plant hire and haulage companies.

The average length of time our franchisees stay is 14 years, they love the life, the support from head office and their work-life balance. Businesses for sale today with annual turnover ranging from £60K to £300K.

About Autosmart

Autosmart was established in 1979 and have become the largest manufacturer and distributor of professional vehicle cleaning products for UK trade customers. Based on the concept of ‘mobile showrooms’, the full range of Autosmart cleaning products and accessories are sold directly to the customer at its premises on specially fitted vehicles, with no need to order in advance or buy minimum quantities.

With over 300 cleaning products available, Autosmart has a network of over 200 franchise owners across eight countries, with over 100 of these based in the UK.

Each franchisee benefits from a support and training infrastructure in place to help them succeed. Our business partners stay with us for on average 14 years, proving that they love the life, the financial rewards and their work-life balance.

Products are distributed exclusively through our owner-operator franchisees, avoiding the need for managing other staff and offering franchisees the flexibility and direct rewards of working for themselves.

We have extensive knowledge of the specialised cleaning products and can offer expert advice and recommendations to trade customers in a diverse range of industries including valeters, car dealerships, hauliers, coach and bus operators, plant hire, vehicle rental companies, funeral directors and more. Along with automotive cleaning supplies, we also provided janitorial supplies, widening our sales potential even further.

Our multi-award-winning franchise model has received the British Franchise Association’s award for Best Franchise, Best Van Based Franchise and International Super Brand among others in recent years.

Allowing the customer to see and test the cleaning products before they purchase, the van-based Autosmart franchise model allows the business owner to spend face-to-face time with local customers in order to build relationships, maximise sales and establish repeat orders.

How much does an Autosmart franchise cost?

The cost of an Autosmart franchise varies depending on the level of existing turnover on the territory for sale. With various entry options into the business possible depending on the franchisee’s available capital. The minimum investment is £35,000.

Do Autosmart franchisees need sales or motor trade experience?

No, most new Autosmart franchise owners have no sales or business experience. Autosmart is looking for individuals ready for the rewards and challenges of self-employment, with the drive, enthusiasm, determination and motivation to make their small business succeed.

Why choose an Autosmart franchise?

Autosmart is part of a lucrative market place that is worth £3 billion, and while there may be competitors, our size and national coverage ensure we are the market leader. The size and reputation of Autosmart professional cleaning products gives franchise owners the benefit of instant brand awareness when they meet with new customers.

Offering a proven, award-winning franchise business model that has been in operation for 45 years, an Autosmart van-based franchise is a secure route to self-employment. A great way to start a business without having to do it alone, an Autosmart franchisee benefits from the support of a large business with the flexibility of a small one.