A new Government-backed car MOT and Service business was launched online this week with nearly 40 approved in Wales Approved Garages has over 350 industry approved garages throughout England, Scotland and Wales, with more garages joining every day. The simple online service allows customers to quickly find their nearest reputable garage for all their … [Read more...]
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Welsh motorists nominate their favourite garages
Two Welsh garages are in Britain's top 20. Toyota World Bridgend has been voted best franchised garage and the independent honour has gone to A1 Motorcare of Rumney, Cardiff, after customers rated them the best in Wales. Motor Codes, the operator of government-backed codes of practice for the motor industry, has revealed the 20 most trusted garages in the … [Read more...]
The Voice takes centre stage in communications
SuperTooth, a leading manufacturer of portable audio accessories, today announces the availability in the UK of an all-new Bluetooth in car speakerphone, the HD-VOICE. The multi-languages speakerphone HD-VOICE is a multi-languages Bluetooth in car speakerphone. User-friendliness is at its maximum with HD-VOICE as it is equipped with voice features … [Read more...]
Saab Convertible parts now readily available
With Spring just around the corner, it will soon be time for all those Convertibles to take to the roads. And to help prepare your car for the season ahead, Saab Parts UK is pleased to announce a Spring Service Offer for all Saabs, including a free MoT in March, for £299. Available exclusively at Authorised Saab Service Centres and using trained … [Read more...]
Take a new direction and save money with latest technology
With fuel costs escalating all the time, you could go in a new direction and save money, with the TomTom Go Live 800 series. These latest generation compact navigation accessories use the latest mapping and guidance technology to give real time dynamic routes. The fact that a number of car manufacturers endorse the TomTom systems is a good recommendation, … [Read more...]
Newslines
Car making rose 1.2pc in January in the UK, but exports fell nearly 4pc. Strong domestic demand took up a 26pc rise but their sales rise was dented by falling orders from abroad. However, exported cars still accounted for nearly 80pc of production. Gaydon Heritage Centre, Gaydon, Warwickshire , CV35 0BJ is holding the second annual Niche Vehicle Symposium … [Read more...]
The garage in your pocket
What's in my Garage? is a new iPhone app for iPhone/iPad/iPod that will help you keep your garage organised. You can record everything you've stored, boxed or just left on the shelf. Now you can know where you put it, see what it looks like and assign it to a list. See at a glance what needs using up, throwing away or selling on eBay. Organise all those … [Read more...]
Warm up to winter worries
Drivers are being encouraged to check whether their car is ready for winter. Journeys will take longer so set out sooner and be prepared to be delayed. RoSPA’s says: Check your lights are clean and working Keep the windscreen and windows clean and the washer bottle filled with screenwash which may be a stronger concentration during below-freezing … [Read more...]
Seasonal satnav will ease your journey
Driving to the in-laws on Boxing Day? Get there stress-free with a new sat nav! The TomTom VIA 130 (£129.99 from Halfords) has a "Speak & Go" function so you can control it with your voice – just say an address or 'take me home' and it plans the route straight away. Bluetooth enables you to make and answer calls safely whilst driving, and advance … [Read more...]
Clip on speakerphone for safer mobile calls
The Crystal Bluetooth in-car speakerphone, ensures drivers can make important calls safely while on the road, while offering Crystal clear sound quality. Available in discreet black and offering a sleek design, Crystal features automatic pairing and multi-point technology connecting up to two phones simultaneously. It will provide up to 20 hours of … [Read more...]
