As motorists across the country start packing their suitcases, we’re bracing ourselves for an increase in breakdowns. Hot weather means around 150,000 expected callouts as our mechanics get people moving again over the summer months.
So, before you set up your road trip playlist and reach for your sunglasses, we’re urging you to prepare properly beforehand. Particularly as many of us are opting for a staycation this year. That’s a lot of “are we there, yet?”
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Our new research reveals that an incredible 96% of drivers cannot accurately identify the meaning of all their dashboard warning signs. Can you?
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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