Autossimo is the spare parts ordering platform of the Autodistribution network. Reserved for automotive professionals, it allows users to identify a vehicle, search for the correct reference, and place an order with their local distributor. Creating an Autossimo account requires meeting certain conditions related to professional status, and the procedure is entirely online.
SIRET number and distributor link: what to prepare before registering for Autossimo
Before even opening the registration page, ensure you have two elements. The first is your valid SIRET number. Autossimo is not a public marketplace: access is conditioned on professional status (independent garage, body shop, multi-brand auto center, dealer).
The second element is less obvious. Autossimo operates on a subscription basis through a distributor of Autodistribution. You cannot subscribe “directly” on the site without being linked to a local distribution point. If you do not yet have an assigned distributor, you need to identify one in your geographical area before starting the procedure.
You can also create an Autossimo account on WD Car by following a process that details each step with screenshots.
Also prepare a valid professional email address and a sufficiently strong password. The email will be used to receive the confirmation link that activates your account.
Online registration for Autossimo: step-by-step process
Once you have gathered your documents, creating the account follows a logical sequence.
- Go to the official Autossimo website (www3.autossimo.com) and click on the registration or subscription request tab.
- Fill out the form with your professional information: company name, SIRET, garage address, name of the manager, email, and password.
- Select your Autodistribution distributor from the list provided. They will validate your access and process your orders.
- Submit the form, then check your email inbox to click on the confirmation link.
The account is active as soon as it is validated by the distributor, which can take from a few hours to one or two business days depending on the chosen distribution point.
A point often overlooked: the distributor may contact you by phone to confirm your identity or offer you the subscription plan best suited to your order volume. Don’t be surprised by this call; it is part of the normal process.
Autossimo for fleets and used vehicle professionals
Autossimo is no longer just aimed at traditional independent garages. The Autodistribution network now presents the platform as a solution tailored for corporate fleets and used vehicle professionals, with features designed for multi-vehicle and multi-site management.
Why does this distinction matter when creating an account? Because the registration form may ask you to specify your main activity. A fleet manager has different needs than an independent body shop. The subscription plan, the additional modules offered (diagnostics, air conditioning, technical assistance), and the pricing vary based on this profile.
If you manage multiple sites, anticipate the question of distributor affiliation for each location. One account can sometimes cover several workshops, but this depends on the organization of your local distributor.
Secure archiving and SIV authorization: a constraint that also affects account creation
Since the entry into force of a decree from July 2025 on August 1, 2026, garages that handle administrative procedures (registration cards, registrations) must have a digital safe compliant with the NF Z42-020 standard. Supporting documents must be archived in a secure environment, or risk losing SIV authorization.
What does this have to do with Autossimo? Many garages combine the platform for their parts orders with a third-party service for registration procedures. Creating a professional account today is no longer limited to filling out a form: you must also ensure that your overall digital environment complies with new regulatory obligations.
Specifically, if your garage handles registration cards, make sure that your archiving solution is compliant before multiplying accounts on different platforms. A quick audit of your digital tools avoids unpleasant surprises during a check.
Autossimo catalog and first steps after account activation
Once logged in, you gain access to a catalog that covers almost the entire European vehicle fleet. Parts searching is done by registration: you enter the license plate, Autossimo identifies the vehicle, and proposes compatible references.
Three features deserve to be explored from the first connection:
- The manufacturer’s maintenance log with standard times, useful for quickly estimating a quote.
- The repair quote module, which allows you to generate a client document directly from the platform.
- The real-time visualization of distributor stocks, to know if the part is available before ordering.
Take the time to configure your profile (specialties, most frequent brands) during the first session. This customization speeds up future searches and refines catalog suggestions.
Creating an Autossimo account remains a quick process for a professional with an active SIRET who has identified their distributor. The real work begins afterward: setting preferences, testing additional modules, and integrating the platform into their daily order flow.
