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...]
Retail
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...]
40 Welsh garages now win UK government approval
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...]
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...]
