Franchised dealers often have the latest equipment and best knowledge of relatively new cars (Picture © Volvo)
Looking after a car, especially when it’s new or a driver’s pride and joy, can be a nerve-racking affair. Entrusting strangers with what is, more likely than not, one of the most expensive things any of us owns is enough to send shivers down a driver’s spine and have them turn around and head for home again. But it’s important to have a car serviced according to the manufacturer’s recommended schedule – so how do drivers decide which is the best garage to maintain their car?
This guide looks at the pros and cons of having a car serviced at a franchised dealer, an independent trader and a fast-fit chain. Continue reading