tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79141145782194502062024-03-05T19:26:43.479+00:00Good Garage Scheme Car Servicing in Great Britain Using the Good Garage Scheme, you'll find local independent garages you can trust. Be assured every garage listed on the Good Garage Scheme performs car servicing to a strict standard and will have your best interests at heart. Good Garage Scheme members can carry out all car servicing during a vehicle's warranty period without invalidating warranty conditions. We are overseen by Forté and are dedicated to driving up standards in the car service market; ensuring consumers get a fair deal.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger443125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-4682272341791645882018-06-29T11:23:00.001+01:002018-06-29T11:23:34.521+01:00Is your car ready for summer driving?<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-GwKTRfeXKqY/WzYHXMPRkuI/AAAAAAAACNE/Z6qCrjnWtww65EEuVN1CkIJbJugsdCYhgCLcBGAs/s1600/adventure-automobile-automotive-787476.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="woman driving, summer, convertible" border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1600" height="425" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-GwKTRfeXKqY/WzYHXMPRkuI/AAAAAAAACNE/Z6qCrjnWtww65EEuVN1CkIJbJugsdCYhgCLcBGAs/s640/adventure-automobile-automotive-787476.jpg" title="Woman driving convertible car in summer" width="640" /></a>With the UK basking in a heatwave and summer holidays only just around the corner, research from the Good Garage Scheme has revealed that as a nation of motorists we are unprepared for long car journeys. A survey of 1000 drivers also found a lack of awareness of basic car maintenance needed to stay safe on the road.<br />
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Over four in ten (41%) drivers said they had no plans to get their car checked before their next long journey, while almost half (47%) admitted to not knowing their tyre tread depth and just 39% were found to have checked the condition of their spare tyre in the last year. Furthermore, almost a third (31%) said they had never had their car’s oil system cleaned, while just over a fifth (21%) said they are prepared to deal with a tyre blow out if it happened to them. A car health check before a long journey is essential to ensure you arrive safely and have a trouble-free and comfortable journey.<br />
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Good Garage Scheme workshops across the UK are offering a <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/holiday_check">Holiday Check</a> to give motorists peace of mind before the summer holidays. The 21-point check provides an expert assessment of a vehicle’s health including the condition of the tyres, wiper blades, windscreen and lights, as well as the level of the coolant and engine oil. The <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/holiday_check">Holiday Check</a> also includes checking operation of the air conditioning system and, if required, a sterilising and deodorising service, to ensure comfortable summer motoring.<br />
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Now widely accepted as a mark of quality for independent garages across the UK, Good Garage Scheme workshops are recognised as providing exceptional service to their customers based on a rigorously monitored mandatory code of practice and regular independent audits. <br />
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Visit <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/">www.GoodGarageScheme.com</a> and enter your postcode to find a local Good Garage Scheme workshop offering the Holiday Check. Smartphone users can also download a free iPhone or Android app to help them locate a nearby Good Garage Scheme member anywhere in the UK. This is great to have saved on your phone so that you can contact a garage when you need it, no matter where you are. Once you download it, you can search for a garage even if you don’t have WIFI.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-19878233472415634532018-01-28T18:42:00.000+00:002018-01-28T18:42:07.956+00:00And the Winner Is...With the Oscar season upon us, it is with great pleasure that the Good Garage Scheme extends congratulations to the team at Fields Car Centre in Woking for recently winning Independent Garage of the Year (Southern England) in Workshop Magazine's 2017 Awards. <br />
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The evening, held at the Brewery in London's Barbican district, was hosted by Mike Brewer, star of TV's 'Wheeler Dealers' who presented the awards.<br />
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Mike and Richard Field were astonished when they were announced as winners as were the team, which included workshop managers, Chris Maple and Gary Churcher, who were also speechless. As you can see from the photos from the night, disbelief soon turned into happy celebrations.<br />
<br />Mike Field said, <i>"... one of the most amazing experiences as we walked from the back of the room to the stage, some 100 feet away, past table after table of guests, all applauding Field's Car Centre from Woking! I cannot put into words the feeling of such a moment. You can't buy this type of experience; you can't prepare for it as you don't expect it."<br /> </i><br />
<i>For more information about Fields Car Centre, visit their page <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/pages/garage.aspx/1345/Fields+Car+Centre+Ltd">here.</a> </i><br />
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-1735369559693918382017-12-31T17:31:00.003+00:002017-12-31T17:31:51.281+00:00Don't be a "Morning After" Drink DriverNew Year's Eve is a great time to get together with friends and family. <br />
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The <a href="http://morning-after.org.uk/" target="_blank">Morning After Campaign</a> reminds drivers that they may still be over the limit the morning after a party even if they have been to sleep.<br />
<br />There are some great <a href="http://morning-after.org.uk/?page_id=82">morning after calculators</a> you can use to see if you’re still over the limit to give you peace of mind that you’re not drink driving.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Happy 2018 and Safe Driving from everyone at the <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Good Garage Scheme</span></a>.</b></span><br />
<br class="Apple-interchange-newline" />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-57518402652331088552017-12-20T15:16:00.004+00:002017-12-20T15:16:56.009+00:00Driving Home for Christmas?Most of us will travel at some stage over next week. Sharing the
road with what can feel like the entire population can be stressful.<br />
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This week’s tips from IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding
standards, Richard Gladman, give advice on driving home for Christmas…<br /><br />
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<li>Try and avoid setting off at peak times which includes early afternoon
on Christmas Eve as this is when many motorists will start their
journey. With Christmas falling on a Monday this year, you might be able
to travel on a different day. Don’t forget to check for weather or
traffic-related updates so you can allow more time to travel. </li>
<li>If you’re travelling a long distance then take into consideration that
the weather in one region may not be the same as another. So plan for
the whole length of your journey and take note of what the weather is
like closer to your destination.</li>
<li>Before you set off, make sure your friends and family know where you are
going and your expected time of arrival. Try to be as realistic as
possible so they are not worrying about you if you get a little late,
and always ensure you have enough fuel as some garages can close early.</li>
<li>Packing the car can leave you fraught. Make a check list of everything
you need and try to ensure there are no loose parcels that could turn
into missiles in the event of having to brake in an emergency.</li>
<li>Family pets pick up on the excitement of Christmas; remember they need
seatbelts or a method of restraint too. Keep them away from where you
pack the chocolate and mince pies as both are really bad for dogs and
you don’t want to start Christmas with a large vet bill.</li>
<li>Make sure you take regular rest breaks but avoid leaving valuable gifts on show by locking them away out of sight in the boot.</li>
<li>If you’re too tired to drive then delay your journey. And if you begin
to feel tired on your journey, then take a rest break. A coffee and a 20
minute stop are the bare minimum to help you stay alert. In any case,
your journey should be planned with breaks every 2 hours. </li>
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<br />Richard said: “Careful planning and preparation can ensure your Christmas drive home is a safe and smooth one. So long as you give yourself extra time at this busy time of year, your journey home doesn’t need to be as arduous. <br /><br />“We all look forward to spending the festive season with loved ones so let’s all do our bit to make it a safe one for the road. From all here at IAM RoadSmart, here’s wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.”<br />
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Everyone at the <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/" target="_blank">Good Garage Scheme</a> sends the same wishes and thanks IAM Roadsmart for this useful advice. Don't forget to download the <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/smartphone-app" target="_blank">GoodGarageScheme App</a> before you set off on your Christmas journey so that you can always find a garage you can trust.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-67537721705784528712017-12-04T13:27:00.001+00:002017-12-04T13:27:34.666+00:00New Driving Test Takes Effect TodayBritain’s biggest independent road safety charity <a href="http://www.iamroadsmart.com/" target="_blank">IAM RoadSmart</a> says the new look driving test, which it helped to design and evaluate, will deliver ‘big safety benefits and save lives by including more real life situations and introducing new drivers to the latest technology.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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The plans were announced by the Government on 30 December last year and will take effect from today (4 December). The new format was test driven by thousands of learners before its final implementation. Those who had taken the new test were more confident and crucially, for IAM RoadSmart, had undertaken slightly more driving on country roads and dual carriageways. <br /><br />It is well known that learners who practice more in a wider range of traffic situations make safer drivers in the long run.<br /><br />The changes include the following:<br /><ul><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ln-yPXVBvWE/WiVKo0UtURI/AAAAAAAACK4/xwUs41l-uI0nbafGvoteM2U77NqLr6U9ACLcBGAs/s1600/test.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a>
<li>Independent driving part of the test will increase from 10 to 20 minutes</li>
<li>Following directions from a sat-nav</li>
<li>Reversing manoeuvres will be changed (reverse around a corner and the three point turn will no longer be tested), but drivers will be asked to do one of three possible reversing manoeuvres instead including parking in a bay</li>
<li>Demonstrating vehicle safety knowledge while driving</li>
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Neil Greig, IAM RoadSmart director of policy and research, said: <i>“Experts from IAM RoadSmart have helped to design and evaluate the new elements of the test, and we are very excited about the road safety benefits it could deliver. <br /><br />“Our key aim was to ensure the test reflects the real world as much as possible and also encourage learners to gain experience in as wide a range of traffic situations as possible. By doubling the independent driving element of the test and introducing a sat-nav for an unknown route, new drivers will have to practice more. <br /><br />“A common criticism of the old test was that it always used the same well-known routes which Learner drivers could learn by rote! The new reversing manoeuvres replace the three-point turn, which no one ever used, and dealing with a bay is much more like everyday parking. <br /><br />“Finally, asking questions whilst driving can help the learner to multi-task and deal with passengers. New drivers with relevant skills and more experience can only be good news for road safety.”</i><br />
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<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2LBRkMeHD0k/WhsLZBq1U8I/AAAAAAAACKo/UMjFtI9FyMYy4m4wytVSHKbkP1gzM61VQCLcBGAs/s1600/GGSQ3Winner_MrFitzsimonspresentation.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Presentation photo with Good Garage Scheme regional manager and winner at Saunders Abbott " border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1483" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2LBRkMeHD0k/WhsLZBq1U8I/AAAAAAAACKo/UMjFtI9FyMYy4m4wytVSHKbkP1gzM61VQCLcBGAs/s640/GGSQ3Winner_MrFitzsimonspresentation.jpg" title="Good Garage Scheme presentation of £200 prize" width="592" /></a></div>
Good Garage Scheme winners find it hard to believe that they have won money back on a car service or repair for simply filling in a feedback card, but that's exactly what happened to Mr Fitzsimons recently at <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/pages/garage.aspx/6757/Saunders+Abbott" target="_blank">Saunders Abbott</a> garage at Sidcup, Kent.<br />
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Mr Fitzsimons' feedback was chosen from over 9000 entries in the Good Garage Scheme's national prize draw.<br />
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He awarded the garage with five stars for the service received and commented: <br />
<i>"Your garage fixed a reoccurring fault on our previous Fabia. Other local Skoda agents where not even able to diagnose a problem and twice charge me £27.00 to report "no fault found". I will not use them again as they could not fix a problem I had described in detail. You fixed it easily first time!"</i><br />
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The Good Garage Scheme has awarded three lucky motorists with this prize so far this year with one more prize draw before Christmas.<br />
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The next time you need a service, repair or MOT, visit <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/">www.GoodGarageScheme.com</a> and read the feedback from previous customers. <br />
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Road Safety Week is the UK's biggest road safety event, coordinated annually by Brake, the road safety charity.<br /><br />
<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JMn3-EeniZQ/WhGqrXhRDRI/AAAAAAAACKI/2If4tk60mNw3abolTJHE41ByddWzDtO7wCEwYBhgL/s1600/DFT_info.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Dept of Transport infographi on road casualties, 2016, fatalities, Great Britain" border="0" data-original-height="990" data-original-width="1508" height="262" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JMn3-EeniZQ/WhGqrXhRDRI/AAAAAAAACKI/2If4tk60mNw3abolTJHE41ByddWzDtO7wCEwYBhgL/s400/DFT_info.png" title="Infographic from Department of Transport on Road Casualties 2016" width="400" /></a>According to Brake, speeding is still a major problem in the UK causing needless crashes, untold suffering and life-changing accidents.<br />
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Breaking the speed limit or travelling too fast for conditions is recorded by police at crash scenes as a contributory factor in one in four (23%) fatal crashes in Great Britain and a recent survey by <br /> Brake found that four in 10 (40%) UK drivers admitted they sometimes drive at 30mph in 20mph zones. <br />
<br />We all lead busy lives and are often in a rush, but taking extra care while driving and slowing down will lead to safer roads and fewer accidents.<br />
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The <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/" target="_blank">Good Garage Scheme</a> joins with Brake once again to encourage all motorists to <b><i>Speed Down Save Lives</i></b>. Hopefully the good habits we put in practice this week will remind us to drive with care throughout the year.<br />
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For more information about Brake, please visit their <a href="http://www.roadsafetyweek.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>. <br />
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Yes, fill the washer reservoir with washer </span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">fluid and check the spray nozzles are clear, but don’t forget the headlamp washers. </span></span></div>
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">If your car has Xenon lights (also called HID)</span></span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">, there will be high pressure washers, usually under a flap in the front bumper. These must be working, otherwise you risk dazzling</span></span></span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> other motorists when the lens gets dirty. </span></span></span>
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">To check them turn on the headlamps, operate the windscreen washers and get a friend to watch the lights or look for the spray which you’ll see over the front of the bonnet.</span></div>
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000002" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Light level switch</span></div>
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Talking of dazzling other drivers, if you don’t </span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">have Xenon lamps, you will probably have a headlamp level switch, usually numbered 0 to </span></span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">4. </span></span>
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">You’re supposed to turn the switch according to how the car is loaded. Many of the complaints about dazzling headlights are because people forget to adjust the level.
0 is usually just the driver and no luggage, 4 is for a full load, but check the handbook for your car.
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Leaves never used to hurt a car but they can </span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">now! </span>
Lift the bonnet, look in the engine bay around the area of the bonnet hinges. You’ll see a chamber on each side that collects water as it drains from the windscreen. These chambers have drain holes in the bottom to keep them dry, but leaves can block t</span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">he drains.</span> </span></div>
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">If water stays in the chambers, it can leak into the car, often soaking sensitive electronic bits, leading to very expensive repairs. Get any leaves or other debris out of the chambers and if water is present, root around until you find the drain </span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">holes and unblock them. </span>
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000002" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Steamy windows
</span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Get some soapy water and kitchen roll or a </span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">clean microfibre cloth and clean the </span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000005" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: underline; white-space: pre-wrap;">insides</span><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">
of all the windows. Getting them squeaky clean will dramatically reduce the glare from the low autumn sun on morning and evening drives and it will make the windows much less likely to mist up in damp weather. It also means you’ll waste less fuel because you
won’t need to turn on heated windows and air conditioning in a bid to clear them.</span></div>
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000002" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cabin air filter
</span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Today’s cars have a filter for the air entering </span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">the car through the heater. </span>
Often called the pollen filter, it can often get overlooked at a service and if it’s full of dirt, your heater will be much less efficient. </span></div>
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Worse still, if it’s wet – which can happen if you don’t clear those leaves out of the </span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">chambers</span></span><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">– your windows will constantly mist up as the heater pumps damp air into them. </span></span></span></div>
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<span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="pt-DefaultParagraphFont-000004" lang="en-GB" style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Changing the filter is usually a simple DIY job - look in the owner’s handbook – and the filters are quite cheap and widely available online.</span></span></span></div>
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The website continues to offer motorists the same great range of information on garages across the United Kingdom, including: <br />
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● Full listing of accredited garages in your area<br />
● Motoring advice and tips including information on MOT’S, oils checks and car repair<br />
● Service plans to help spread the cost of your MOT and Servicing<br />
● Seasonal checks - one in summer and one in winter to enable cars to be ready for the changes ahead!<br />
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Importantly, the website provides an excellent opportunity for visitors to give feedback on our member garages and provide recommendations that can be viewed by other users when choosing a local service to use. <br />
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The site is fully optimised for use on mobile phones and other handheld devices such as the iPad and users can also download our easy to use mobile app directly from the website, enabling you to locate trustworthy garages wherever you go!<br />
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Don’t forget that you can also find lots of interesting information, opinion and updates here on our blog page at <a href="http://www.goodgarageschemeblog.com/">www.goodgarageschemeblog.com</a>. <br />
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If you’d like to find out more about The Good Garage Scheme and our range of services and membership benefits, please contact our friendly team on 02476 474069 or <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/" target="_blank">visit our new website here</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comCoventry, UK52.406822 -1.519692999999961152.251857 -1.842416499999961 52.561786999999995 -1.1969694999999612tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-17295183380408937992017-10-12T16:55:00.000+01:002017-10-12T16:55:28.147+01:00Hats on for Mental Health<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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The Good Garage Scheme is supporting <b>Hats on for Mental Health day</b> on Friday 13th October alongside the automotive charity, Ben.<br />
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The day is part of a wider mental health campaign run by Ben and
spotlights how mental health can affect anyone, at any time.<br />
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The
campaign is particularly relevant as recent research shows two thirds of
British adults say they have experienced mental ill-health at some
point in their lives, according to a <a href="https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/surviving-or-thriving-state-uks-mental-health">survey by the Mental Health Foundation</a>.<br />
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In an industry which has a workforce of over 800,000 people, that
equates to over 500,000 people potentially affected by mental health
challenges!<br />
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Last year marked the first year of <b>Hats on 4 Mental Health day</b> – their
first ever national fundraising event for the automotive industry<strong>. </strong>Everyone working in the industry was asked to get involved by wearing a hat
to work for a day and an amazing
£13,000 was raised! So, hats off to those who took part last year and made the day
such a success. <br />
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The Good Garage Scheme has joined in with a hope to help raise even more this year.<br />
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Head office staff will be participating and posting photos on social media to show support and hoping as many member garages as possible will join in to help. Miles Better has already starting to show his support.<br />
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Simply text HATS97 £1 to 70070 or visit the justgiving page to donate <a href="https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/hatson" target="_blank">here.</a><br />
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<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5kq7hdscEv8/Wd-PSFOHofI/AAAAAAAACJA/excgzeW3kms8nZ6e32eWqXEQ4Qr3x9brACLcBGAs/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2017-10-12%2Bat%2B16.48.24.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Ben Logo Here for the automotive industry" border="0" data-original-height="231" data-original-width="466" height="98" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5kq7hdscEv8/Wd-PSFOHofI/AAAAAAAACJA/excgzeW3kms8nZ6e32eWqXEQ4Qr3x9brACLcBGAs/s200/Screen%2BShot%2B2017-10-12%2Bat%2B16.48.24.png" title="Ben logo" width="200" /></a>For more information about how Ben can help, please visit <a href="http://www.ben.org.uk/">www.ben.org.uk</a><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-34326805847978946412017-08-27T21:31:00.002+01:002017-08-27T21:31:40.735+01:00Get set for the school run with a Good Garage Scheme checkWith the summer holidays now drawing to a close, many parents are busy
preparing their children for <br />
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a new academic year, purchasing back to
school items such as uniforms, stationery and sports kit.<br />
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However, one
area that’s often overlooked is the family car and the need for it to be
a safe and reliable workhorse for the school run. With this in mind, the
Good Garage Scheme is encouraging motorists to get their cars
professionally checked as term begins. <br />
<a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-PTKTGx7dP8I/UD4pOQmhQKI/AAAAAAAABMw/PBmhwMUM9F8kmcq8z8LuudXz2ovNB9u3ACPcBGAYYCw/s1600/Screen%2Bshot%2B2012-08-29%2Bat%2B15.20.11.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="394" data-original-width="378" height="200" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-PTKTGx7dP8I/UD4pOQmhQKI/AAAAAAAABMw/PBmhwMUM9F8kmcq8z8LuudXz2ovNB9u3ACPcBGAYYCw/s200/Screen%2Bshot%2B2012-08-29%2Bat%2B15.20.11.png" width="191" /></a><br />Good Garage Scheme
workshops across the UK can offer motorists peace of mind by providing
an expert 21-point assessment of their vehicle’s condition. All
essential areas of the car are examined, including the condition and
level of the coolant and engine oil, the tyres, wiper blades, windscreen
and lights, in readiness for the wet and cold months ahead. Not doing
so can increase the risk of having a collision, especially if a car’s
tyre pressures are low, making it hard to maintain grip and easier to
skid in wet conditions. Being able to see and be seen is also important
as the daylight hours get shorter, making it essential to ensure that
all bulbs are working correctly. <br />
<br />The check also includes inspection the operation of the air conditioning and ventilation system and, if required, a sterilising and deodorising service, to ensure effective window demisting and safeguard against nasty bugs and bacteria in the passenger compartment.<br />
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Visit <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/">www.GoodGarageScheme.com</a> and find your local Good Garage Scheme member garage to carry out a Back to School Check. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-63809852618309103172017-07-28T19:01:00.002+01:002017-07-28T19:01:41.910+01:00Drivers Support Diesel Scrappage Scheme<b>- But drivers say government and car makers can deliver cleaner air together </b><br />
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Around two thirds of UK road users would support a scrappage scheme for older diesel cars, vans and lorries in an effort to get the worst polluting vehicles off our roads, according to a survey by IAM RoadSmart.<br /><br />The survey, by the UK’s biggest independent road safety charity, asked respondents to rate the various options put forward in the government’s recent nitrogen dioxide consultation but found that only 3% of respondents are confident that the proposed measures solve the problem quickly.<br /><br />More than 1,400 people across the UK including members and non-members took part in the survey, which was conducted in June.<br /><br />Some 64% of those surveyed said they supported a diesel scrappage scheme, compared to 27% who did not. Most wanted any scheme to apply to cars over eight years old. <br /><br />Some 83% of those surveyed by IAM RoadSmart agreed with the government’s view retro-fitting buses, coaches, HGVs, vans and black cabs with new equipment should be the priority.<br /><br />However those surveyed felt the driver as an individual also has a responsibility to drive in a more eco-friendly manner. Some 75% agreed that encouraging drivers to change their driving behaviour should play a part in the government’s approach to tackling air quality.<br /><br />UK drivers appear to have been influenced by the ‘dieselgate’ scandal as 67% of them either mistrust or strongly mistrust car makers to sell cars that will match consumer expectations for environmental performance.<br /><br />Sarah Sillars, IAM RoadSmart Chief Executive Officer, said: <i>“It is clear to me that the public at large feel the government needs to be decisive and proactive when it comes to making our air quality better. They see strong government direction as key to making sure it happens.<br /><br />“We must not forget that drivers themselves have a part to play in the way they drive – it is within the power of each of us to become better and more eco-friendly driver and our responsibility to do so.”</i><br />She added: <i>“It is however clear that the car manufacturers have some way to go to rebuild trust with the public - it would seem that only when their environmental claims more closely match real world performance that the trust will be on the increase. Reputations take years to build and moments to fall.” </i><br />
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To find out more about IAM RoadSmart products and services visit the new website <a href="http://tracking.vuelio.co.uk/tracking/click?msgid=QHLD5uM_E5lytcOKoa4N-w2&target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.iamroadsmart.com%2f&v=xClQqhoTCA7LFvLL0e8lSw2&lc=877745642469048345">www.iamroadsmart.com</a><br /><br />To find out the name of your own local IAM RoadSmart group please visit: <a href="http://tracking.vuelio.co.uk/tracking/click?msgid=QHLD5uM_E5lytcOKoa4N-w2&target=https%3a%2f%2fwwwiamroadsmart.com%2flocal-groups&v=geb8FR_hOBfMEzH76F4fsQ2&lc=877745642469048346">https://wwwiamroadsmart.com/local-groups</a><i> </i><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Visit your local <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/" target="_blank">Good Garage Scheme </a>member to ensure your diesel vehicle is running well. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>Clean Engines Perform Better !</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/">www.GoodGarageScheme.com</a> - <b>It's like having a friend in the know!</b></span></span></span><i><br /></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">IAM RoadSmart has a mission to make better drivers and riders in order to improve road safety, inspire confidence and make driving and riding enjoyable. It does this through a range of courses for all road users, from online assessments through to the advanced driving and riding tests. <a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ag1-xN0JGhI/VzxR87dCTXI/AAAAAAAAB64/cpo3T4u6DI8-KUd54JeGG0wMR9ljl-T2QCPcBGAYYCw/s1600/iam-roadsmart_logo_rgb_72dpi.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="284" data-original-width="469" height="120" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ag1-xN0JGhI/VzxR87dCTXI/AAAAAAAAB64/cpo3T4u6DI8-KUd54JeGG0wMR9ljl-T2QCPcBGAYYCw/s200/iam-roadsmart_logo_rgb_72dpi.png" width="200" /></a>IAM RoadSmart is the trading name of all businesses operated by the UK’s largest road safety charity, the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) and was formed in April 2016 combining the IAM, IAM Drive & Survive, PDS and IAM Driver Retraining Academy. The organisation has 92,000 members and campaigns on road safety on their behalf. At any one time there are over 7,000 drivers and riders actively engaged with IAM RoadSmart’s courses, from members of the public to company drivers, while our Driver Retraining Academy has helped 2,500 drivers to shorten their bans through education and support programmes. </span><br />
<br /><br /><br /> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-52078312455970567862017-06-27T12:12:00.002+01:002017-06-27T12:12:25.871+01:00Tiff Needell Advises on Summer DrivingWith new research by the Good Garage Scheme revealing we are nation of motorists unprepared for long car journeys during the summer, Fifth Gear presenter, Tiff Needell
will be speaking with radio stations this week on the importance of a <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/holiday_check" target="_blank">Holiday Check</a> for your car and advising motorists to visit their nearest Good Garage Scheme member for a check.<br />
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More than 41% say they have no plans to get their car checked before their next long journey, and this can lead to unwelcome breakdowns on holiday or even while travelling to the airport.<br />
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What precautions should you take before a long car journey?<br />
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<li>Give your car a visual check. Are there any visible cracks or bulges on the tyres, and are they looking as full as normal? Check with your tyre pressure gauge</li>
<li>Ensure your fluid levels (namely coolant and oil) are topped up sufficiently. This five minute job may mean the difference between a trouble-free journey and parking at the road side with an overheating car.</li>
<li>Ensure you have plenty of water in the car for you and your passengers (including any pets) when travelling in hot weather.</li>
<li>Lastly, make sure your air conditioning system in the car is clean. A musty smell from the vents is a tell-tale sign there may be bacteria lurking.</li>
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If you are unsure about carrying out these checks yourself and want peace of mind before you set off, visit <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/">www.GoodGarageScheme.com</a> and look for a garage you can trust for a Holiday Check.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-72785678190184549012017-06-26T09:01:00.004+01:002017-06-26T09:01:39.823+01:00Kevin Toms of FRL Autoservices in Top 5<div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">
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Kevin Toms from Blackawton has made it to the Final 5 of the the industry's prestigious <a href="http://www.toptechnicianonline.co.uk/top-technician-2017-launches/" target="_blank">Top Technician</a> competition in the UK. <br />
The Top Technician competition began in 2002 to find the UK's most skilled automotive
technicians and to highlight areas of training. </div>
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Kevin works for Good Garage Scheme member garage, <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/pages/garage.aspx/2506/FRL+Autoservices" target="_blank">FRL Autoservices in Dartmmouth</a>, where he has been for 32 years. He is a local lad who has worked his entire life with engines of all sorts, from lawn mowers to lorries, tractors to Teslas and has now battled his way through the heats of this prestigious award to the final five.<br />
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Out of thousands of entries, Kevin was whittled down from the last 250 to 20 by a series of tougher tests, the last 10 were then invited to the practical semi-final in Bournemouth on Thursday 11th May 2017. They were put through a series of tasks with a twenty minute time limit. The five technicians with the highest score move forward to the next stage in Warwickshire on July 13th with the final live event in Daventry on September 16th.</div>
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He has been overwhelmed that he has got this far. Having previously reached the top 50, he can’t quite believe it. Owner of FRL Autoservices, Ian <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; color: black; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Gobel </span>and all of the staff, family, friends and customers are all so proud of Kevin and wish him all the luck for the final.<br />
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The <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/" target="_blank">Good Garage Scheme</a> would also like to wish Kevin the very best of luck as he proceeds to the semi-final round. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-64443481563585559542017-05-30T08:30:00.000+01:002017-05-30T08:30:05.031+01:00Congratulations to Jane Bailey, Woman of the Year<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jane Bailey presented her award by Steph Savill</td></tr>
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The Good Garage Scheme would like to congratulate Jane Bailey of Westgate Tyres in Morecombe for recently being named <b>Woman of the Year</b> by Foxy Lady Drivers Club. <br />
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Jane's history involves working very hard alongside husband, Graham to grow their family business and in recent years sought to create a female-friendly business by encouraging ladies to learn more about tyre safety during regular Ladies Nights. <br />
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Congratulations to Jane for the well-deserved recognition.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jane and her family at Westgate Tyres</td></tr>
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<a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/pages/garage.aspx/5579/Westgate+Tyres" target="_blank">Westgate Tyres</a> have been a Good Garage Scheme member since 2010 and offer regular Ladies Night courses. If you live in the Morecombe area and would like to book, contact them on 01524 840044.<br />
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For more information about <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/pages/garage.aspx/5579/Westgate+Tyres" target="_blank">Westgate Tyres</a> in Morecome, visit their page on the Good Garage Scheme's website <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/pages/garage.aspx/5579/Westgate+Tyres" target="_blank">here</a>. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-39371429596731775252017-05-24T15:06:00.002+01:002017-05-24T15:06:26.343+01:00Are You Sitting Comfortably?With many drivers taking to the road this weekend for the May Bank Holiday, we offer welcome advice from IAM Roadsmart on avoiding muscle aches. <br />
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We don't always think about our posture while driving despite spending many hours at the wheel. <br />
Here are some driving tips from IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding standards, Richard Gladman.<h3>
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<b>Be mindful of your posture</b></h3>
As a driver it’s important to avoid positions that can cause muscle ache. Before you move off, try adjusting your car seat to a secure position that allows you to stay alert and maintain good visibility.<br />
An incorrect seat position will not only be uncomfortable but may affect your ability to operate the vehicle controls.<br />
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<b>Sometimes a nibble goes a long way </b></h3>
Pull over and have something to eat, but try and make sure that your snacks aren’t too sugar loaded – you may experience an energy crash later on.<br />
Stay nourished and hydrated – your brain needs food to maintain concentration.<br />
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<b>Wear the right attire</b></h3>
Avoid uncomfortable footwear that provides little sole support, such as high heels and especially flip flops.<br />
In an event where you may need to brake firmly, the support of the soles of your shoes always helps.<br />
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<b>Travel safe</b></h3>
It’s always a good idea to take out travel insurance so that you're covered in the event of an accident or emergency.<br />
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;"><i>The Good Garage Scheme reminds motorists to have their cars checked
at a local Good Garage Scheme member garage prior to a long journey for peace of mind. Visit <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/" target="_blank">www.GoodGarageScheme.com </a>to find one local to you and ask for a <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/holiday_check" target="_blank">Holiday Check</a>.</i></span><br />
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<b>Get the games out!</b></h3>
Journeys do not always have to be dull and repetitive. Plan ahead and get some fun games organised for the younger ones on board. This will make the journey feel miles faster and smoother, allowing you to concentrate on your driving.<br />
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<i>Richard Gladman is IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding standards.<br /><br />IAM RoadSmart has a mission to make better drivers and riders in order to improve road safety, inspire confidence and make driving and riding enjoyable. <br /><br />To find out more about IAM RoadSmart products and services visit <a href="http://www.iamroadsmart.com/" target="_blank">www.IamRoadSmart.com</a></i><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-4282545888469491172017-05-17T08:03:00.000+01:002017-05-17T08:03:13.823+01:00Don't miss our TV Advert<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you haven't seen the Good Garage Scheme's message on SKY featuring our own Miles Better, you can view it here any time.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-25298344697372878922017-05-15T17:36:00.002+01:002017-05-15T17:36:40.823+01:00The Good Garage Scheme Aims Sky High<br />
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The Good Garage Scheme will be advertising this week on SKY TV, encouraging motorists to visit the website <a href="http://goodgaragescheme.com/">GoodGarageScheme.com</a> to find a local garage they can trust.<br />
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Reminders about the benefits of the Good Garage Scheme and how easy it is to look at reviews from other motorists will appear alongside popular programmes like Game of Thrones, The Simpsons, SKY news and Haven.<br />
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Why not spread the cost of servicing with a Good Garage Scheme Service Plan just as you do with other household bills? <br />
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Download the Good Garage Scheme's free app <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/smartphone-app" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">It's like having a friend in the know!</span></b></h3>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-83032785345047434592017-04-18T08:40:00.000+01:002017-04-18T08:40:00.862+01:00Is Your Car's Air Conditioner Blowing Fresh Air?<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lTVqgCtYQiM/WOOoPFr_kSI/AAAAAAAACHw/kG4GB5QWHko_hPklJmtzyjj3p5H4ZM3NwCLcB/s1600/Air%2BCon%2BBacteriaBlog.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="bacteria, car air vent, green bacteria coming from vent" border="0" height="261" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lTVqgCtYQiM/WOOoPFr_kSI/AAAAAAAACHw/kG4GB5QWHko_hPklJmtzyjj3p5H4ZM3NwCLcB/s320/Air%2BCon%2BBacteriaBlog.jpg" title="bacteria from car air vent" width="320" /></a>Have a good sniff of the air coming through your car's air vents. A bad smell in the car is a telltale sign that the air conditioning
system may need a specific treatment.<br />
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Nasty bacteria and mould are not so
easily detected but may cause allergic symptoms for the driver and
passengers.<br />
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<a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/">Good Garage Scheme</a> members are offering customers a <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/holiday_check">Holiday Check</a>
this spring and summer which includes checking the operation of the air
conditioner including a bad odour. The check can be carried out while
you wait.</div>
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Why not find a local Good Garage Scheme member offering the <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/holiday_check">Holiday Check</a> and make sure you and your passengers can "Breathe easy".</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-58945172829037226962017-04-04T13:08:00.003+01:002017-04-04T13:08:32.682+01:00Is your car ready for Holiday Season?Spring has officially sprung and the holiday season is just around the
corner. Whether you are planning a getaway for Easter, hoping to take
advantage of the Bank Holiday weekends or have booked your May half term
break, don’t forget to get your car checked before you go. <br />
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<a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-veHI2ussjLs/WOOLwI0KC8I/AAAAAAAACHI/bSl-lENXwX4zJpMcIfJIJ4ZAwPqpCHsiACLcB/s1600/SpringCheck_2016.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Good Garage Scheme, Holiday Check, man checking under bonnet" border="0" height="213" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-veHI2ussjLs/WOOLwI0KC8I/AAAAAAAACHI/bSl-lENXwX4zJpMcIfJIJ4ZAwPqpCHsiACLcB/s320/SpringCheck_2016.jpg" title="Good Garage Scheme Holiday Check" width="320" /></a>From
1st April our <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/holiday_check" target="_blank">Holiday Check</a> will be available at participating Good
Garage Scheme garages. This seasonal check will ensure your car is in
good working condition ready for the holiday season ahead. <br />
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Participating
garages will check that your tyres, wheels and suspension have not
become damaged by harsh winter driving conditions. They will also ensure
that engine oil and coolant levels are adequately topped up and check
that the air conditioning, lights and power steering are operating
efficiently, so you can drive safely and comfortably. <br />
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To
find a local garage taking part in the <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/holiday_check" target="_blank">Holiday Check</a> programme, please
visit our website (please add a link to the holiday check page) and
enter your postcode in the box provided. <br />
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In a recent survey by
Hatchbag, it was revealed that 46% of people are planning to enjoy a
staycation this year. If you’re holidaying at home, chances are you may
be towing a caravan, trailer or perhaps installing a roofbox to carry
your essentials. All of these can put an extra strain on your vehicle,
so checking everything in is good working order now will give you peace
of mind ahead of your getaway. <br />
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For a full list of
everything that is covered in the Holiday Check or to find out more
about the garages in your area offering this service please visit our
<a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/holiday_check" target="_blank">website</a>. <br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-70758744779036418442017-03-27T12:50:00.002+01:002020-06-11T18:00:47.356+01:00Look out - pothole about!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Spring is finally here with its lighter and longer days, but unfortunately so are the potholes, which seem to appear as regularly as the daffodils and tulips of the season.<br />
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<b>How are potholes created?</b><br />
Potholes form when the road surface becomes brittle and starts to
absorb more rain water, causing cracks to develop. The pressure of cars driving over the surface will weaken it and as frost and ice thaw,
the deterioration process happens quickly, causing chunks of road surface
material to become loosened. Once formed, a pothole will generally
increase in size as more cars drive over the weakened area.<br />
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<b>How can potholes damage your vehicle?</b><br />
Driving over a pothole can
cause damage to a vehicle’s axle and suspension. Potholes are at their
most dangerous at night, and in wet weather when the hole is filled with rain water. <br />
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<b>How can the Good Garage Scheme help?</b><br />
Get to know your local Good Garage Scheme member garage and ask them to give your car a check if you are worried. Continuing to drive when there is a problem may cause further damage.<br />
Simply visit <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/">www.GoodGarageScheme.com</a> and type in your postcode or town name. <br />
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<b>Where can you report pothole damage?</b><br />
If you believe your vehicle has been damaged by a particular pothole, there are steps you can take to report the issue, namely: <br />
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· Collect evidence – location, timing and photographs <br />
· Report the pothole to your local council or <a href="https://www.gov.uk/report-pothole" target="_blank">Highways Agency </a><br />
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Presenting your case as if you are trying to help other motorists avoid such damage may help to support your claim.<br />
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">Why not book your car in for a seasonal check at your local Good Garage Scheme member garage?</span></h3>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f;">It's like having a friend in the know!</span></h3>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-75307567206377801672017-03-20T14:46:00.000+00:002017-03-20T14:46:11.948+00:00Free Quote for Service Plan<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Why not take the worry out of car servicing and MOT payments with a Good Garage Scheme Service Plan?<br />
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All you need is your vehicle registration and in just four easy steps, you can find out how much you would pay for a service and include the MOT if you need one. <br />
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According to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/getting-an-mot" target="_blank">the government website,</a><br />
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<li>the anniversary of its last MOT, if it’s over 3 years old</li>
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The <a href="https://goodgaragescheme.service-plan.co.uk/Home/Index/ed6227e9-947d-4896-a350-10d66056f23d/EMaCCD-df45121a-6043-4afd-9316-0350b607efcd" target="_blank">Good Garage Scheme Service Plan</a> is a simple, flexible way to budget for your future service and MOT requirements by spreading the cost throughout the year in interest-free monthly instalments - just like you would for any other household bill. <br /><br /><a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/service-plans" target="_blank">Good Garage Scheme Service Plans</a> are inflation-proof and ensure the price of parts, labour and oil are fixed for up to three years. <br /><br />Plans are available for interim and standard servicing with or without an MOT. All plans cover the cost of parts, labour and VAT according to the Terms and Conditions. <br /><br />A rigorous Industry Standard Service will be carried out on your vehicle with a copy for your records adding to the resale value of your vehicle and your peace of mind.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-57085398645031421252017-03-10T13:49:00.002+00:002017-03-10T13:49:48.944+00:00Don't Let your Diesel Let you DownWith diesels often in the news these days relating to pollution and scrappage schemes, it is unsettling for those of us with a diesel car to know exactly what to do.<br />
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What can you do if you are concerned about your diesel car in the meantime?</h4>
For peace of mind, ensure you service your car regularly. Contamination from fuel builds up in your engine even if you don't drive often or cover many miles. Good Garage Scheme member garages can offer help and advice to drivers with diesel
engines and a Complete Cleaning Solution to keep them clean and running
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What about a blocked DPF?</h4>
<a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eMBLMaFuCko/WMKs1i_6XNI/AAAAAAAACGc/vxcJhDPsh8UX7YdqLfPgrsL7DFOt5H54wCLcB/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2017-03-10%2Bat%2B13.39.46.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="CHECK inside engine icon, dash light, check engine, check DPF, blocked DPF" border="0" height="200" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eMBLMaFuCko/WMKs1i_6XNI/AAAAAAAACGc/vxcJhDPsh8UX7YdqLfPgrsL7DFOt5H54wCLcB/s200/Screen%2BShot%2B2017-03-10%2Bat%2B13.39.46.png" title="Check Engine icon" width="200" /></a>Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs), which are fitted to diesel cars to meet European emission standards and reduce the emission of particulate matter (soot) produced by the engine, are designed to trap larger soot particles within the filter. As the soot particles build up, the filter requires emptying. The only way to empty the soot is to burn it off at high temperatures – most often when you are driving on a motorway.<br />
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If you use your diesel car mainly for short journeys, it may not reach the temperatures required to burn-off the soot, leading to a blocked DPF.<br />
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If you are concerned about your DPF or have had a light come up on your dashboard, don’t leave it. Visit your local <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/" target="_blank">Good Garage Scheme</a> member garage for help and advice. <br />
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Here are some fuel-saving tips for all drivers: </h4>
<ul><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-050NSZ7LWsY/T3rNaNLkCAI/AAAAAAAABBs/uXlZdrB_t-gtfaUOrC105VQQPymUjGTxACPcB/s1600/check%2BTyre%2BPressure.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="air, tyre, tyre pressure, check tyres" border="0" height="200" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-050NSZ7LWsY/T3rNaNLkCAI/AAAAAAAABBs/uXlZdrB_t-gtfaUOrC105VQQPymUjGTxACPcB/s200/check%2BTyre%2BPressure.jpg" title="Adding air to tyres on car" width="200" /></a>
<li><img src="file:///Users/anndi/Library/Group%20Containers/UBF8T346G9.Office/msoclip1/01/clip_image001.gif" />Check and adjust tyre pressures regularly – Under-inflated tyres make your car work harder and reduce fuel efficiency </li>
<li><img src="file:///Users/anndi/Library/Group%20Containers/UBF8T346G9.Office/msoclip1/01/clip_image002.gif" /><img src="file:///Users/anndi/Library/Group%20Containers/UBF8T346G9.Office/msoclip1/01/clip_image003.gif" /><img src="file:///Users/anndi/Library/Group%20Containers/UBF8T346G9.Office/msoclip1/01/clip_image004.gif" />Watch your speed - Driving at 65mph as opposed to 55mph increases fuel consumption by up to 20% </li>
<li>Switch off when idle - fuel is wasted while the car idles. If you're likely to be at a standstill for more than three minutes, switch off the engine.</li>
<li>Lose the weight! Removing any junk from the boot will reduce the weight on your car and the workload of the engine.</li>
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For more useful advice and to find a garage you can trust, whether you’re at home or on the move, visit <a href="http://www.goodgaragescheme.com/">www.GoodGarageScheme.com</a> - <span style="color: #6aa84f;"><i><b>It’s like having a friend in the know!</b></i></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7914114578219450206.post-31471239517105450032017-03-03T13:50:00.000+00:002017-03-03T13:50:53.387+00:00Think! Before Using Your Phone at the Wheel<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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Using a hand-held mobile phone while on the move is a fatal distraction – that’s the view of leading independent road safety charity IAM RoadSmart, and as of 1st March, drivers will be fined £200 and <br />receive six points on their licence – double the existing penalty.<br />
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Motorists caught using their mobile twice or accruing 12
points on their licence will face magistrates’ court, being disqualified with fines of up to £1,000.<br />
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drivers, within two years of passing their test, risk having their
licence revoked and lorry or bus drivers can be suspended if caught.<br /><br />Neil Greig, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Research, said: <br /><i>“Addressing the growing problem of smartphone use whilst driving will require a combination of enforcement and education as well as drivers, passengers, companies and individuals taking more responsibility.</i><br />
<i><br />“It is essential that drivers get the clear message that if you are on the phone and have a fatal crash you
can expect to go to prison for a long time. There is a lot of support
among the driving public for stronger penalties and more enforcement
focus on mobile phones, but also a feeling that<br /> this is not always reflected in sentencing."</i><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Put your phone away before driving so you won’t be tempted to use it. Make the glove compartment the phone compartment.</span></h4>
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<span class="s1">The team at <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/pages/garage.aspx/1808/Empire+Garages" target="_blank">Empire Garages in Enfield</a> hosted over 90 four year old children from a local school over a week in January and we are not sure who enjoyed it more, owner, Ajay Gokani </span>and his team or the children!</div>
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The teacher’s aim for the visit was for the children to see the tools a mechanic uses, a car engine, ask questions and learn about fuel. </span></div>
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<span class="s1">They were able to view basic car maintenance, a tyre change and a ramp in operation before going home with a goody bag from Empire Garage which included colouring in pages featuring the Good Garage Scheme’s Miles Better. </span></div>
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<span class="s1">All of the children were also awarded with a Good Garage Scheme Trainee sticker.<br />
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Well done to the team at Empire for their initiative and for supporting their local community.<br />
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<span class="s1">Empire Garages have been a member of the <a href="https://www.goodgaragescheme.com/about-us" target="_blank">Good Garage Scheme</a> since 2007 and are an award winning garage. </span></div>
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