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 […]
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Independent garages 18% cheaper than franchised dealers
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 […]
Why the cheapest MOT will cost you more in the long run
When is the cheapest MOT not really the cheapest MOT? When a shameless garage owner charges you hundreds of pounds of unnecessary repairs. Your last expensive MOT failure only feels like it was a few months ago, but the time has come again and you are hoping for a clean bill of health. You drive […]
What to watch out for when buying a used car
What to watch out for when buying a used car We all know the age old cliché about the second hand car dealer, count your fingers and all that. Fortunately, these days there are far more scrupulous dealers than there are unscrupulous. At Duffy Motors, we give the same high quality customer service to car […]
Hybrid cars will soon be a no-brainer – they need to get a bit better looking first
Duffy Motors owner and veteran wheel man Lee Atkinson thinks there’s only one thing holding back a hybrid revolution – ugly looks. Manchester garage owner and motoring industry veteran Lee Atkinson thinks hybrid vehicles will soon take over the streets of this city and the country, just as soon as the manufacturers start making some better […]
Manchester Classic Car Show: Duffy’s top tips for buying and owning classic cars
The Manchester Classic Car Show chugs into the city again this coming weekend, showcasing the best of the UK vintage motoring scene. One of the biggest in the country, the Manchester Classic Car Show is a great day out for classic motoring enthusiasts with cars from every decade of the last century. Taking place at […]