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The Marketplace

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The Marketplace

The Automotive industry

The Marketplace

DWV is often approached by potential franchisees who have questions about the industry. After all, the automotive repair market is not necessarily well known. We are a “distress purchase” industry – you need us when you need us!

We feel it is useful to give you some background on the industry. This will give you some knowledge before you start with DWV.

  • There are over 34 million cars on UK roads. Market research indicates that over half of them have damage on them that could be rectified by SMART repairers*
  • The potential market is therefore huge. Coupled with the growth in PCP/monthly subscription (lease) cars, the opportunities are there – nationwide
  • At DWV, we are able to offer a nationwide network of repairers who come to the customer’s home, place of work or dealership and carry out the repairs at their convenience. This reduces stress, hassle and downtime with their vehicle, as well as often saving customers considerable amounts of money had they gone to a bodyshop and been without their car for some time
  • Nationally, we attend various automotive events throughout the year to promote our services to specific decision makers
  • Locally, you are expected and encouraged to do the same. We offer a Matched Funding programme which is easy to understand – you carry out any localised marketing to promote your business, and the DWV brand we will fund 50% of it!
  • In addition to the above, a marketing levy is paid monthly by the franchisee, which is reserved for national and local marketing activities – again, to promote the brand
  • The spend of such money is discussed directly with our Franchise Forum, who are representatives of the network and are volunteers from the Network.

Hopefully we have informed you and provided you with more clarity on the automotive repair industry. If you have any more burning questions about what starting a DWV franchise entails, please get in touch with us.

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*Source: YouGov 2017

testimonials from our franchisees

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Mike Mullin
I joined DWV as a franchise in June 2013, taking on the Cheshire and North Wales areas. The decision was a brave one as I had very little experience in car body repairs and didn’t, at the time, live there so it was a massive gamble. I was driven by my passion of cars, wanting to run my own business and be successful. Fast forward to now: I am still growing and making good money. I have a group of dealerships on board and I’m enjoying every minute. The decision to become a DWV Franchisee isn’t for everyone, but if you’re confident, keen to succeed and self-driven, you could build yourself a future.
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Jim Crossland
The training was superb and the accounts support is invaluable. It’s your own business with no limits on how big you become. You’re not tied into buying products from the franchise – you are free to shop around to get the best deals. You’re buying into a big and trusted name in the business. If you have a problem of any description, there’s always a number of experienced people at your disposal. Overall, being part of DWV gives you a very professional image.
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Stewart Finlay
The support I’ve received from DWV has really helped me grow my business. I now spend more time with the family than ever before. I would highly recommend joining DWV if you are an ambitious person looking to be your own boss.
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Ian Wooffindin
I made the decision to become a DWV Franchisee in 2015. Initially I ran one vehicle, but demand was so high that I quickly needed a second vehicle. The business has gone from strength to strength and I now operate five vans. I would personally recommend that you consider a DWV franchise; the support, and particularly the credit control management services, are second to none.
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Martin Nietrzebka
With the strength of the DWV brand behind me, the decision to purchase my own franchise was an obvious one. The business now operates three vehicles in the South Yorkshire area and continues to grow. I have no hesitation in recommending DWV as your chosen Franchisor, as they have been with me every step of the way.

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