TomTom has created a light hearted take on the frustrating experiences of being stuck in traffic. The campaign plays on insightful, awkward moments when you want to reach your destination as quickly as possible – such as sitting in an unexpected traffic jam after mistaking your travelling partner for being pregnant. The aim of the campaign is to change how … [Read more...]
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Get ready for cold weather with a Good Garage Scheme Winter Check
With cold weather just around the corner, the Good Garage Scheme is encouraging motorists to get their cars professionally checked to ensure they are safe and reliable in the winter months ahead. Good Garage Scheme workshops across the UK are offering a Winter Check to help protect vehicles and reduce the risk of accidents, costly repairs and … [Read more...]
More garages join Motor Codes network of independents
Bringing a huge boost for consumer protection, Motor Codes has announced a 45% surge in its independent garage subscriber-base, taking the number of formally-endorsed local businesses to more than 2,000 across the UK. Coupled with its 5,600-strong network of main dealers, all subscribed to the same clear-cut customer service standards and transparent … [Read more...]
Jam-busting guidance comes from TomTom
TomTom has released the latest version of TomTom Traffic, the most precise, real-time traffic information available. TomTom Traffic now includes an innovative ‘Jam Ahead Warning’ feature, which pinpoints the precise location of a traffic jam and sends an early-warning alert so that drivers can safely reduce their speed. Available automatically to all … [Read more...]
Mazda join Motor Codes scheme for customers to have their say
Mazda’s commitment to delivering first class customer service is being underlined through its link with Motor Codes which encourages every customer to record their level of satisfaction with service and repairs – for display online at motorcodes.co.uk. “The collaboration with Motor Codes emphasises Mazda’s strong ethos of transparency for customers. Through … [Read more...]
Motor Codes advice service proves its worth
The Trading Standards Institute-approved garage scheme has released half-yearly results from its advice line service. Figures show an exceptionally low level of consumer detriment amongst new car buyers and car servicing customers of Motor Codes subscribers. From a combined total of 424 FastTrack and standard conciliation cases (the free mediation services … [Read more...]
Over a third of Welsh motorists have driven without valid MoT certificate
A third of motorists admit to driving without a valid MOT The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders surveyed 1,000 UK motorists and found that, of those that have driven a car without a valid MOT, 67% admitted driving for up to a week before the retest, 24% for up to a month, 7% for up to six months and 2% for more than six months. By driving without … [Read more...]
Welsh technicians through to finals of national SkillAuto competition
The search for the UK’s best young automotive technicians has entered its final phase with the announcement of the finalists in the Institute of the Motor Industry’s SkillAuto competition, who will compete for gold at the UK Skills Show in November. Six Autopaint and Autotech and seven Autobody competitors will advance to the final at the Birmingham … [Read more...]
Welsh top car restorer heads for Goodwood Festival this week
A Welsh car enthusiast and businessman is turning back the clock at this week’s international Goodwood Festival of Speed. While a lot of attention will be focused on the rare and rapid cars at Goodwood and climbing its famous hill against the clock in the Moving Motor Show, for Mark Cosovich it is an opportunity to show his skills in restoration and the … [Read more...]
Garages urged to help cut allergies and boost business
According to the NHS, 20% of the population is affected by hay fever during the spring and summer period. This year in particular it has been one of the worst for many years. One way of helping hay fever suffers when they are driving or in a car, says Andrew Page Limited incorporating Camberley Auto Factors (CAF), is to ensure that the cabin filter, now … [Read more...]
