MOT tests, frequently asked questions
News reports about so many people not having an MOT due to the suspension of MOT tests as a result of Covid19 are quite alarming. We have...
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Apr 22, 2021
Puncture Repair Service for Cars
An end to punctures for your car tyres? This new development from Michelin would save a few puncture repairs. Take a look at the video...
Apr 1, 2021
Top 10 most stolen cars in the UK
An article published by confused.com looked at the figures from the stolen vehicle recovery service "Tracker" which showed the top 10...
Mar 21, 2021
Honest and reasonably priced garage
Thank you for all the recent reviews about our mechanical repairs, car services and MOT's. It is very rewarding to see the ethos we have...
Mar 8, 2021
Does Brexit mean higher prices for car parts?
It appears that the EU is working hard to make things as uncomfortable as possible for the UK, possibly to discourage other EU countries...
Feb 25, 2021
What is a hydrogen powered car?
Some more thoughts about non diesel and petrol powered cars. In the news there is a lot of talk about hydrogen powered cars – what is a...
Feb 14, 2021
Electric cars - when will be the right time to get one?
With news from Shell this week that they are introducing over 500,000 electric vehicle charging points worldwide by 2025 and the ever...
Feb 8, 2021
Winter Tyres
Well it looks like the early prediction of a snow free winter was wrong. The Faulken Eurowinter tyre should help you on frozen and snow...
Jan 12, 2021
Dave Chapman - we are open
Whether you need your car serviced, a mechanical repair, MOT or tyres all our services are available - we are open. Open for business as...
Dec 12, 2020
Driving Home for Christmas
Is your car fit for the journey? Car breakdowns soar by 20% during winter, and last year 1 in 10 drivers that broken down on a Christmas...
Dec 1, 2020
Christmas Opening Hours
CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS Christmas Eve 8am to 2pm Dec 25-26- 27-28 Closed Dec 29-30-31 8am to 2pm January 1st Closed Wishing all our...
Nov 22, 2020
A tip for buying a car
If you are buying a used car there is always that feeling of uncertainty - are you going to buy something that has been cared for and...
Nov 12, 2020
One to keep an eye out for - Nio
Electric cars are not everyones cup of tea but its good to see a new brand emerging. Nio, a Chinese company with R & D in America and...
Oct 24, 2020
Do I need Snow Tyres this winter
Having a set of snow tyres for winter is more common than you would think. The different compounds and structures provides greater safety...
Oct 4, 2020
Our car workshop in Martlesham
Dave Chapman for MOT's, Tyres, Exhausts, Services and mechanical repairs.
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Aug 30, 2020
Online tyre costs for your car
Simply enter your car registration number and you will see a selection of tyres for your vehicles. Follow the instructions to buy your...
Aug 22, 2020
Lotus Evija - I would like a spin in one!
Can you image it - over 2000 BHP delivered by electric motors this hypercar is due to be launched within the next year. Weighing in at...
Jul 5, 2020
Keeping older cars on the road is the “most environmentally friendly” form of transport according to
This could get interesting Karl McCartney, a conservative MP, made the claim as he questioned Transport Secretary Grant Shapps’ desire...
Jul 1, 2020
Time to book your MOT
Does your car have an MOT? Here is a little reminder for those that have a car that missed the normal MOT test because of COVID 19. You...
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