Stephen Allanson VW & Audi Specialist

07/04/2024

Please note we are closed from 4.30pm Monday 8th April until Wednesday 17th April.

24/11/2023

Please note the garage will be closed from Weds 29 Nov 2023 and will re-open on Mon 10 Dec 2023.
I will reply to voicemails upon my return to work.
Thank you in advance

01/03/2023

What are the dangers of driving on an empty tank?

Driving with perilously low fuel levels not only leaves you at risk of breakdown, it could also DAMAGE YOUR CAR.

As the fuel level gets lower, the car starts picking up debris from the bottom of the tank. This could damage both the fuel filter and the pump. The catalytic converter could also be damaged.

If you run out of petrol, it can cause the fuel pump to run dry, which could land you with a garage bill.

With diesel cars, the engine management system should shut down before you run out of fuel, preventing damage to the car. But with petrol cars there's no system like that in place.

Getting stranded is another concern that should be taken seriously. You might be on the motorway with cars whizzing past you at high speed. But wherever you break down could be dangerous, especially if you’ve broken down after a bend in the road.

You can take a look at our top tips to improving your fuel economy, but here are some quick fuel-preserving tactics for when you start running low:

-Roll up your windows to reduce wind resistance
-Drive with a light foot and maintain constant speed
-Use cruise control if you have it
-Turn off all electronic accessories and unplug any charging phones
-Check your tyre pressure – under-inflated tyres could increase fuel consumption

27/02/2023

Major MOT changes: what do they mean for motorists?

Worried about your car passing its MOT? Have no fear - here's what you need to know.

17/12/2022

Wishing you all a very happy holidays.
I'll be away from Weds 21 Dec and back Weds 04 Jan.
Hope you all keep warm and well

05/09/2022

Please note my working hours have now changed. The garage will be open Mon-Thurs 09:15-15:30 (later depending what work I have on that particular day). This is from immediate effect.

Please be aware that jobs are now being booked in towards the middle and end of October so give as much notice as possible if MOT/Service are needing to be booked in.

Thank you

30/08/2022

We are extremely busy at the moment and we are currently booking jobs into October. PLEASE be very mindful if a service and/or MOT is due, please book in with us in advance, with as much notice as you possibly can.

Thank you for your continued custom.

28/07/2022

I'm extremely busy at the moment so please give me some notice if any work / MOT's / services are due please.

I'm currently booked up till nearly end of August.

Thank you all

03/05/2022

Please note I'm away till Monday 09 May 2022.

I will reply to voicemails upon my return to work.

Thank you in advance

22/12/2021

Garage closed now for Christmas and New Year. Open on Weds 5th Jan.
Stay safe and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all.

20/12/2021

Air Con Servicing - great discounted deal, now only £50.00.

19/12/2021

With freezing weather approaching please DO NOT pour boiling or hot water on your windows to defrost them. By doing this your windows will crack and shatter. Instead put your air con on which will defrost your windows quicker and safer. Plus using your air con will keep your pipes from freezing up too.