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09 January, 2021
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Freezing temperatures
Top tips for getting you and your car ready for the freezing season. Freezing temperatures comes with issues that can, potentially lead to a breakdown. During these cooler days it is important to make sure your vehicle is in tip-top condition and ready to go on the...
06 January, 2021
Audi quattro…. An update from the owner
I remember one of my friends using an analogy that anything that’s sought after, is 30 years old, WHY? It is what you wanted before you were crippled with a mortgage and were blessed with children. There comes a point in life’s journey when enthusiasts...
15 December, 2020
Keep your vehicle’s battery healthy- don’t get caught out in the cold this winter!
The first sign, usually, that your vehicle’s battery is faulty, is on a frosty morning when you are in a rush. You’ve loaded the vehicle up with everything you need, you turn the key and all you get is a “RUR RUR RUR” noise. So why do...
06 December, 2020
Feeling Flat…. leap back into life with a handy guide on how to use Jump Leads
Coming out of lockdown will have its own issues for your vehicles battery if it’s not been started for last few months. Jump starting your vehicle is a handy way to get motoring, but it comes with some safety precautions, as it can damage both...
06 December, 2020
Winter’s here, make sure your vehicle is ready!
As we head into the winter it’s time to check your vehicle and prepare it for the cold! As temperatures start to drop we need to ensure our vehicles are ready for the long winter months. Any underlying mechanical issues could escalate as the cold starts...
06 December, 2020
A blast from the past with a big birthday this year!
This year Audi quattro celebrates its 40th anniversary, having changed the automotive landscape forever, but for Dereck, having this on the ramps takes him back to his early technician roots. These iconic cars were very much part of his young days with Audi, a journey...
03 August, 2020
Vehicle Air Conditioning: Keeping Cool!
This year we have already seen some hot, lovely weather and no doubt you’ll be wanting the Air Con systems on full blast as we venture out of lockdown. So, now might be a good time to get the Air Con checked, bearing in mind...
27 July, 2020
Impact of the Coronavirus on MOTs: FAQs
My MOT is due what should I do? If your car, van or motorcycle’s MOT is due on or after 30 March 2020 the expiry date will be extended by 6 months - but you must keep your vehicle safe to drive. Why have they extended MOTS...
31 March, 2020