Free car checks have kicked off
The mechanic will be able to advise the vehicle owner and provide a quote for repairs needed
EVERY year workshops get flooded in December with motorists wanting vehicle checks and needing repairs just days before they plan to leave on holiday.
What motorists don’t realise is that should maintenance be needed on their vehicle and spare parts are not in stock, these need to be ordered.
“This could take several days, if they are available at all. It is risky leaving things to the last minute and could put a real dampener on holiday plans,” Les McMaster, chairman of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), says.
To help motorists beat the end-of-year rush, MIWA has kicked off its free holiday safety check campaign which will run throughout November at its workshops nationwide.
The mechanics will do a thorough check of the vehicle which will include a road test and an assessment of the following parts:
• Lights
• Suspension
• Drive lines
• Brakes
• Tyres, including the spare and tools
• Fluid levels
• Wipers and windscreen
• V Belts
• Exhaust.
If a problem is identified, the mechanic will be able to advise the vehicle owner and provide a quote for repairs needed. “No repairs will be done without the consent of the owner,” he explains.
To find a MIWA workshop near you, contact MIWA on 011-886-6300 or visit www.miwasa.com.
“There’s nothing worse than having your holiday plans delayed or cancelled because of car issues. Don’t wait until December. Get your vehicle holiday-ready now,” concludes McMaster.
