TecAlliance Announces Acquisition of Spanish Automotive Tech Support Leader Autotecnic
TecAlliance, the leading expert in data management and processes for the independent automotive aftermarket, announces the acquisition of Spanish company Tecnomania BCN XXI SL, commercially known as Autotecnic. The transaction became effective on 1 January 2025.
Autotecnic, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Barcelona, is a pioneering provider of high-tech diagnostic and repair solutions for the automotive repair and maintenance sector.
Autotecnic is renowned for its specialised technical training, professional consulting services, and extensive database of repair solutions enhanced by AI-based analytics. Its innovative platforms optimise repair efficiency through actionable insights that reduce repair times and enhance productivity. The company’s tools provide unique data on breakdown patterns, recurrence levels, and repair strategies, helping garages achieve more efficient workflows.
A Strategic Step Forward
The acquisition aligns with TecAlliance’s strategic goal to enhance and globalise its TecRMI solution, which provides standardised, OE-compliant repair and maintenance information. By integrating Autotecnic’s tools and databases, TecAlliance aims to expand its global footprint and offer unparalleled support to garages, parts traders, and suppliers in the Automotive Aftermarket.
“Autotecnic’s expertise and solutions perfectly complement our TecRMI portfolio,” said Peter van der Galiën, CEO of TecAlliance. “Their AI-driven analytics tool SARA and extensive database of verified repair cases will enable us to provide garages worldwide with innovative, user-friendly support, helping them achieve greater efficiency and profitability.”
Autotecnic’s offerings help reduce non-billable hours in workshops, improve parts ordering accuracy, and support mechanics through repair instructions. Additionally, the company’s tools add value to parts traders and suppliers by driving more sales through increased repair efficiency.
Partnering for Global Growth
Francisco Creus and César González, founders and owners of Autotecnic, expressed their enthusiasm for the acquisition: “When seeking an investor, we prioritised a partner with deep knowledge of the sector who could help globalise our solutions. TecAlliance’s vast industry expertise and global reach make them the ideal partner to take Autotecnic to the next level. Leveraging their global footprint will enable us to scale our multilingual customer support and enhance the adoption of our innovative SARA AI tool worldwide.”
Driving the Future Together
This acquisition reinforces TecAlliance’s commitment to delivering comprehensive, data-driven solutions that empower the automotive aftermarket. By integrating Autotecnic’s state-of-the-art offerings, TecAlliance continues to lead the industry in supporting garages, parts traders, and manufacturers to meet the growing challenges of vehicle repair and maintenance in an era of increasing complexity.