Revive! Auto Innovations is one of the UK's established names in mobile SMART repair, offering a management franchise built around vans, technicians and a growing demand for convenient car cosmetic repairs rather than a shop-front business.
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Revive! Auto Innovations Franchise
Run a team of mobile technicians fixing scuffs, chips and alloy damage - no bodyshop, no tools in your own hands.
£25,000
personal capital
£25k – 35kk
investment
50
UK locations
How much does a Revive! Auto Innovations franchise cost?
Personal capital
Own funds required to complete the financing
£25,000
Total investment
Estimated total budget for the opening
£25,000 – £35,000
Locations in the country
50
Figures declared by the franchisor — sources and verification date at the bottom of the page.
What it's about
- Founded
- 1994
- Locations
- 50
- Type of business
- Mobile vehicle cosmetic (SMART) repair services - management franchise
- Company
- Revive! Auto Innovations (UK) Ltd
Fact sheet
The right questions before you start
How the Revive! mobile repair model works
Revive! franchisees do not fix cars themselves. Instead, they build and run a local team of trained technicians who carry out Small to Medium Area Repair Technology (SMART) work: scuffed bumpers, kerbed alloy wheels, stone chips and minor paint damage. Jobs are completed at a location that suits the customer, whether that is a driveway, a workplace car park, or a dealership forecourt. Some operators also run a Rapid Repair Centre as a base for trickier jobs or poor-weather work. Customers span private motorists, car dealerships, leasing companies, fleet operators and insurers, giving franchisees several income streams rather than reliance on passing trade alone.
Investment, costs and ongoing fees
Reported starting investment figures for a Revive! territory vary by source and publication date, ranging from around £25,000 to £35,000 of personal capital, with additional funding typically available to cover the balance of the total set-up cost; some sources reference borrowing up to 70 per cent of the total initial investment through finance arrangements. No management fee or royalty percentage has been confirmed from the franchisor's own published material, so prospective franchisees should clarify the current fee structure, funding options and exact starting capital directly with Revive! before committing.
Revive! at a glance
- Brand established in 1994; franchising model launched in 2004
- Management franchise model: franchisees lead a team of technicians rather than carrying out repairs themselves
- Mobile SMART repair service: bumper scuffs, wheel refurbishment, paint chips, carried out at a location convenient to the customer
- Network has included around 50 to 60-plus franchisees and well over 150 vans on the road, according to various published figures over recent years
- Clients include private motorists, dealerships, fleets, leasing companies and insurers
- BFA member with Gold Franchisor of the Year recognition and Investors in People Platinum status
- Training provided through the Revive Academy in Rugby, Warwickshire
If mobile vehicle repair sounds like a franchise opportunity worth exploring, get in touch with Revive! Auto Innovations to request the latest prospectus, current investment figures and territory availability.
How much does it cost to open a Revive! franchise?
Published figures vary, with personal investment reported between roughly £25,000 and £35,000 depending on the source and year, plus additional funding typically available for the remainder of the total set-up cost. No royalty or management fee figure has been confirmed from official Revive! material, so it is best to request the current investment breakdown directly from the franchisor.
What does a Revive! franchisee actually do day to day?
A Revive! franchisee runs a management-style business, overseeing a team of trained technicians who carry out mobile SMART repairs such as bumper scuffs, kerbed alloy wheels and paint chips at locations convenient to customers, including dealerships, fleets and private clients. The franchisee is not expected to carry out the repairs personally, focusing instead on team management, scheduling and account relationships.
Do I need car repair experience to become a Revive! franchisee?
No direct confirmation of formal entry requirements was found on the primary franchise pages, but because Revive! operates as a management franchise, the role centres on leading a technician team and managing trade accounts rather than performing repairs yourself, so hands-on bodywork experience is not generally the deciding factor.
What training and support does Revive! provide to new franchisees?
Franchisees receive training through the Revive Academy based in Rugby, Warwickshire, along with ongoing mentoring and, for strong performers, access to an accelerated business growth programme. The network has also been recognised with Gold in the BFA HSBC Franchisor of the Year awards and Platinum Investors in People status, reflecting its structured support approach.
How big is the Revive! franchise network in the UK?
Reported figures have varied over time, with sources citing around 50 to over 60 franchised territories and well over 150 vans on the road in different years. The brand operates exclusively within the UK, with no verified evidence of international expansion found in official sources.
Sources and data verification
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