Revive! Auto Innovations has secured investment from Mobeus Equity Partners to support the next phase of growth for its mobile SMART repair franchise network.
The deal comes as co-founder Terry Mullen prepares to retire from the business with Mark Llewellyn continuing to lead Revive! alongside the existing senior leadership team.
Revive! said the investment would support network growth, technician recruitment, technology development, marketing and operational infrastructure as it targets further expansion across the UK aftercare sector.
SMART repair growth
Revive! provides mobile cosmetic vehicle repair services to retail and trade customers, including dealerships, fleets and insurers.
The business said demand for fast, cost-effective and more environmentally efficient repair solutions is supporting growth in the SMART repair sector.
Revive! reported £26.5 million in network sales in 2025, a 10% year-on-year increase, and said it completed around 270,000 bodywork and alloy wheel repairs over the year. It also said it had 56 franchisees and more than 250 IMI-accredited technicians across its network.
The investment from Mobeus will be used to support new franchise territories, technician recruitment, technology to improve job efficiency and customer experience, and stronger national brand awareness.
Founder to retire
Mark Llewellyn, managing director, said: “This is a hugely exciting moment for Revive! We’ve built a strong, resilient and highly scalable business, and this investment allows us to accelerate that momentum.
“Mobeus understands our model, our sector and – critically – our franchise-first approach. Together, we are exceptionally well positioned to capitalise on a growing market opportunity.”
Mullen, who co-founded Revive! with Llewellyn and will support a structured transition before retiring, said: “I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built at Revive! – not just in terms of commercial success, but the strength of the network and the values that underpin it. The business is in a fantastic position, with a strong leadership team and the right partner in place to take it forward.”
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