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Car Stolen from Rochdale Halfords… during its MOT Category: Industry news | Published: 19.03.2018

Emma Shepherd’s distinctive VW Golf was stolen from Halfords’ Rochdale Autocentre, while it had its MOT test. Emma has expected a call to say her £11,000 Golf had passed its MOT late in February. Instead, the medical worker answered the phone to be told that her personalised car had been stolen from the MOT test centre. […]

A Growing Problem: Manchester Pothole Hotspots Category: Miscellaneous | Published: 09.03.2018

Potholes are becoming an increasing problem in Manchester. The recent bout of extreme weather has lead to more holes appearing in roads across the city, causing more damage to vehicles and posing a safety risk. The RAC has warned that the Beast from the East has left a legacy of potholes in its wake, claiming […]

Interim vs Full Service: What’s the Difference?   Category: Service | Published: 16.02.2018

To keep your car safe on the road, the general advice to vehicle owners is to get your car serviced every year or every 12,000 miles – whichever comes first. As well as preventing breakdowns and improving safety, fuel economy and your vehicle’s life expectancy, regular servicing can also increase the value of your car […]

Comparing maintenance costs for German cars Category: Industry news | Published: 17.01.2018

British drivers love German cars. The UK is the largest EU sales market for German suppliers and Britain is the biggest destination for German car parts. Although they tend to hold their value compared with cars from other countries, German cars are usually a little more expensive to buy. But what about the running and […]

Independent garages 18% cheaper than franchised dealers Category: Miscellaneous | Published: 27.11.2017

Research has found that independent garages are, on average, 18% cheaper than main franchised dealers. Analysis by Who Can Fix My Car found that the main dealers, which are popular amongst new car owners are significantly more expensive for certain types of work. Separate analysis carried out by consumer magazines Which? and What Car found […]

Best and worst motorway services around Manchester Category: Driving | Published: 16.10.2017

A new survey ranking the UK’s motorway service stations shows that some of the best and worst rest stops are on major road links in and out of Manchester. Independent transport watchdog Transport Focus surveyed 8,700 visitors at all 112 service stations asking customers to rate the toilets, staff friendliness, food prices and more. Overall, […]