Safelite Group Acquires Thompson Auto Glass

Safelite Group Acquires Thompson Auto Glass

With three locations in New England, Thompson Auto Glass will expand Safelite's reach and footprint.

Safelite Group announced an agreement to acquire the auto glass assets of New Hampshire-based Thompson Auto Glass. The transaction was completed on Friday, Jan. 5.

“Today is an exciting day in New England,” said Safelite’s President and CEO Renee Cacchillo. “We’re privileged to be trusted with carrying on Thompson Auto Glass’s great local reputation for quality work and memorable customer service. All of us on the Safelite team are thrilled to serve the communities that Thompson has called home since 2019.”

Thompson Auto Glass is a well-known New England service brand with a strong focus on its people and high standards of service, which align with Safelite’s values, the company said. The company has three locations in New England with one each in Windham, New Hampshire; Brockton, Massachusetts; and Rocky Hill, Connecticut. The combined businesses expand Safelite’s reach, allowing the company to offer vehicle glass repair, replacement and recalibration services to more customers.

Thompson Auto Glass will leverage Safelite’s operational systems, safety system recalibration expertise, distribution network, global purchasing power and insurance and commercial relationships, Safelite said.

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