MULTI-VAN MANAGEMENT FRANCHISE
DRIVING A REVOLUTION IN THE MARKETPLACE
HIGH-MARGIN | B2B/B2C | RECURING INCOME | AUTOMOTIVE | TECH & AI
Build your own large local business with DA Techs, a revolutionary management franchise created by founders Phil Barnard, Jamie Baxter and franchising expert, Jane Coleman. Jane launched and grew the UK’s Starbucks franchise model, then Pret-a-Manger and more recently Townhouse.
Together they have created the DA Tech franchise, an extremely lucrative management business model offering healthy margins with market demand growing faster than we can satisfy.
MOBILE = HIGHER MARGINS
Deliver mobile SMART alloy wheel repairs and professional diamond cutting at each client’s premises from your fleet of specialist vans. It only takes a few hours for each job, rather than the 3-5 days of a traditional full factory service.
Mobile SMART repairs are much higher margin too, but where a set of wheels are more seriously damaged you can still provide your client a convenient solution by shipping their wheels to the head office factory for a full service (strip, paint, machine and seal).
CONVENIENCE = HIGHER DEMAND
Diamond cut wheels have become standard fit across all levels of cars and many vans, with wheels from 14” – 23” and larger on some SUVs. The diverse mix of clients your business will serve all have one thing in common – they want a fast professional repair asap….
- Dealerships need their stream of stock readied to sell, week after week
- Corporates and rental networks want batch repairs, keeping vehicles on the road
- The private retail market is also massive, paying more for convenience
additional competitive advantage with ongoing training and support for you and your team.
FRANCHISING = PROVEN MODEL
DA Techs were the first in the UK to fit out a van with a specialist mobile lathe back in 2016, disrupting the alloy wheel repair market in their local area. This new mobile offering quickly became the most profitable division of the Diverse Automotive Techs repair group portfolio.
Developed by the creator of the Starbucks and Pret-a-Manger franchises in the UK, the DA Techs business model offers world-class guidance, support and resources across every aspect of your business journey – from marketing and sales, to operations, HR and finance.
REVOLUTIONISE A MARKET
Follow our proven model and you will drive a revolution in your local area, offering a new level of convenience for the repair of
alloy wheels that will set a new standard with dealerships, corporates and the retail/private markets in your territory.
BENEFIT FROM TECH & AI
Our technology utilises AI for machine operations, so you won’t need to attract and retain expensive highly-skilled technicians.
Instead, you can focus on recruiting for attitude and customer service skills from a far larger pool.
LARGE TERRITORIES
Create a business that delivers healthy ongoing earnings, while building an asset with the potential to grow to be worth £1.5m+. Each large territory starts with five exclusive areas, mapped for 2-3 vans per area. Don’t stop there, go multi-territory…
I’ve worked with Phil and Jamie for a few years in one of their other businesses and when I saw the franchise and understood the potential of the business I jumped at the chance to invest. I have managed teams before and I have seen the massive demand for the mobile service first hand. Exciting times ahead….
The typical stages in launching and growing your DA Techs business look something like this:
Launch
With your first liveried DA Techs van(s), we’ll show you how to start by building relationships with your local dealerships to create a regular workflow.
Scale
With demand growing in your first area, you’ll add technicians and vans. It’s important to follow the model, focus on standards and service to build reputation.
Expand
As you progress into your other five territories, you’ll follow the same process you learnt with the first – scaling up your business further.
Oversee
You’ll be working ‘on’ the business now, enjoying a great work/life balance. But you’ll still be keeping a close eye on your team, standards and financials.
Extend or Sell
Now is the time to consider your future - you may wish to assess and then build the business’s valuation ready to sell, or add further territory to grow an empire!
THE RIGHT STUFF
DA Techs’ culture is high-performance, ambition and professionalism. But while intense and fast-paced, a good sense of humour is mandatory and BS isn’t our style.
To succeed in this business you need:
✓ Mechanical common sense
✓ An outgoing nature and a cool head
✓ Ready to roll your sleeves up and commit to finding solutions
✓ Enthusiasm to join a network of like-minded, driven franchisees
✓ Open to guidance and committed to following our business model
✓ At least £50k to invest, total investment c.£125k
(bank funding available, subject to status)
If you’re ready to build a solid future and feel that starting your own DA Techs business could be a good fit, please share your contact details so that one of our team can reach out to you shortly.
Why the alloy wheel repair market is the UK’s next big franchise opportunity
The UK’s automotive landscape is evolving fast, and one of the most profitable, overlooked areas of growth is sitting right under our wheels.
In recent years, alloy wheel refurbishment has gone from a niche trade, to a booming national industry.
This has been fuelled by rising vehicle standards, tighter resale requirements, and consumer demand for convenience.
And right now, DA Techs is leading that transformation with a proven, lucrative business model built for ambitious entrepreneurs who want to scale fast.
Mobile alloy wheel repair is a growing market with massive untapped potential
Modern alloy wheels not only look good, they’re also lighter, stronger, and more efficient.
However, they are also more susceptible to damage from kerbs, general wear and tear, and the increasing bane of the nation: potholes.
It means the numbers involved in our market are staggering.
According to the RAC Foundation, there were almost 42 million vehicles on UK roads as of March 2025. Of these, research indicates at least 33% of vehicles have alloy wheels in need of repair.
Every scuffed, scratched or corroded wheel represents a job waiting to be done.
And with more diamond cut wheels hitting the market each year, the demand for quality repairs is skyrocketing.
Dealerships, auction houses, leasing companies and private vehicle owners are all looking for faster, more convenient ways to restore wheels to showroom standard. Traditional factory repair methods take days, involve additional logistics costs, and often mean losing sales opportunities whilst cars sit idle away from the forecourt.
That’s where mobile wheel repair services come in – and where DA Techs has redefined the sector.
From our workshop to a wheel revolution
In 2016, we became the first in the UK to integrate a CNC lathe into a van, creating the first truly mobile diamond cut alloy wheel repair service.
That innovation changed everything: no more week-long day factory turnarounds, and no more collection and delivery headaches.
Instead, our technicians deliver same-day, onsite repairs for 95% of wheels, which results in a showroom-level finish every bit as stunning as a traditional factory finish.
We’ve gone on to repair over 250,000 wheels – but now we’re ready to rapidly expand our nationwide reach through franchising.
Exclusive technology that leaves the competition behind
The secret behind our wheel revolution is our exclusive Micro Lenco CNC lathe – the only mobile system in the UK capable of cutting wheels up to 23 inches.
This state-of-the-art technology has been precision engineered, tested, and refined to handle the increasing size and complexity of modern alloys – such as those you’ll find on high-end cars, large SUVs, and electric vehicles.
Because this technology is exclusive only to DA Techs franchisees, it gives us a true advantage over competitors in the sector: no other mobile wheel repair business in the country can match the speed, quality, or capability of our system.
For customers, that makes us an easy choice. For franchisees, it’s an enormous opportunity.
Why dealerships and fleets are driving demand
When you think about who needs alloy wheel repairs, it’s not just private vehicle owners; it’s also businesses handling hundreds or thousands of vehicles a month. This includes:
Car dealerships
Dealers can’t afford downtime – wheels must look flawless before a sale, and they need that turnaround fast.
Our mobile wheel repair workshops allow car dealerships to keep cars onsite and ready to sell, eliminating needless logistics, delays, and costs.
Auction houses
For vehicle auctions, presentation equals profit.
A pristine set of alloys can lift hammer prices significantly, making DA Techs’ same-day repair model invaluable to auction operators.
Corporate fleets and leasing companies
Time off the road costs money. The solution for fleets and leasing companies is quality mobile wheel repairs that keep vehicles moving, minimise disruption, and maintain resale value.
And of course, the B2C market is just as lucrative: private customers are willing to pay a premium for a service that comes to their door and delivers factory-quality results on the same day.
This combination of recurring B2B work and high-margin B2C demand is what makes the DA Techs franchise model so powerful.
The management franchise advantage
Unlike many van-based franchises, DA Techs isn’t looking for owner-operators who want to work on the tools.
We are a management franchise opportunity, with a model built for entrepreneurs who want to build a significant business.
Franchisees start by recruiting and managing a small team of technicians, building relationships with local dealerships and trade accounts, before scaling into a multi-van operation.
Each exclusive franchise territory includes five mapped areas, with potential for 10+ vans. Because demand for alloy wheel repair is so consistent, each van can achieve £130k+ revenue with 40–50% EBITDA margins.
This empowers franchisees with the potential to grow a business worth £1.5 million+ over time. This offers a lucrative exit opportunity when the time is right.
Find out more about what your day-to-day as a DA Techs franchisee will look like.
Figures based on real life performance of the template territory. No guarantee of future returns.
We’re led by proven experts
Behind the DA Techs franchise opportunity is a team with unmatched operational and franchising experience:
- Phil Barnard & Jamie Baxter: The co-founders who built DA Techs from a single-van concept into a proven, multi-van success.
- Jane Coleman: The strategic mastermind behind major franchise brands such as Starbucks UK, Pret A Manger, and Townhouse.
Together, they’ve built a system that’s simple to scale, backed by real-world data, and supported by world-class training and support to facilitate ambitious growth.
A future-proof opportunity
Alloy wheel refurbishment requires skill, precision, and quality customer service – three things that cannot be replaced by automation and AI.
At the same time, we leverage such advanced technology in smart ways – including bespoke repair software and scheduling systems, to data-driven management tools – ensuring franchisees can focus on leadership and expansion, not day-to-day admin.
As electric vehicles, larger wheels, and premium alloys become standard, the market for our industry-leading service will only continue to grow.
Ready to get started?
If you’re looking for a management franchise that combines market demand, exclusive technology, and elite support, DA Techs stands head and shoulders above the rest:
- Proven, profitable model with 45%+ EBITDA potential
- Exclusive mobile technology no one else in the UK can offer
- Scalable, management-led structure designed for growth
- Experienced leadership team with world-class franchising pedigree
The mobile alloy wheel repair market is accelerating fast, and DA Techs is the franchise opportunity perfectly positioned to profit from it.
Enquire now to request your franchise prospectus and start your journey with us:
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