1953: My father Ivan Carman began a panel beating business in Ward Street Horsham in a small tin shed.

1960: Purchase of the first tow truck and start a 24-hour towing and windscreen service to compliment the growing business.

1966: Moved into larger premises in Hamilton Street where we remained for 59 years, before relocating in May 2025 to 68 Hamilton Road.

1969: Introduction of the first heavy duty salvage truck in the region. Over the ensuing years the fleet grew to 9 tow trucks and 14 employees. During that time we began specialising in all types of smash repairs to cars, trucks and restorations. Many of these vehicles went on to win major awards at car or trucks shows.

Flat laminated glass cut to size

Windscreen fitting

Windscreen repairs

1973: Ray joined the family business and became a partner in 1978.

1996: In the rapidly changing auto industry specialisation became a critical success factor. We closed the panel shop in order to concentrate on towing and windscreens.

2007: We purchased the Natrad Radiator franchise in Horsham. This diversification allowed us to establish a dedicated radiator repair section to complement the services we already offered.

2008: We sold the towing service so we could focus on windscreens and radiators and keep up to date with the latest technologies in both industries.

2014: Stephen became Managing director with the intention of reestablishing the original buisness model.

2019: In September 2019 the Towing services recommenced with the purchase of a Hino tilt tray.

2022: The towing demand grew and the Isuzu tilt tray was purchased.

Today: We employ 6 staff, many fully qualified in Certificate 3: Automotive Vehicle Glazing, plus 24/07 accident and breakdown towing services, plus machinary, container cartage and all things transporable we can manage! .

Stephen Carman
Director, Carman's Windscreens

Reception

Our workshop

Stock of truck and bus glass