The annual MOT test for vehicles over 3 years has been in place since 1960 and a recent proposal to extend the time between test to 2 years would result in millions of dangerous vehicles on the roads. In April 2022 Transport secretary Grant Shapps has put forward a proposal to remove the need for …
Scrap Annual MOT test … An Awful & Dangerous Idea Read More »
How common are EGR valve replacements? An EGR valve replacement is a common repair required. The EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) valve controls the amount of nitrogen oxide emitted by recycling some of the exhaust gas back into the engine cylinders. The flow of exhaust gases through the component results in deposits of carbon and hydrocarbons …
Volkswagen Audi Group EGR Valve Replacement – Seat Leon Read More »
Ensuring your vehicle has a valid MOT certificate is no insignificant task as there are legal implications for motorists caught without an MOT. What vehicles need an MOT test? Vehicles over 3 years old require an MOT each year. Many motorists combine their annual service with the MOT to ensure both are completed as required. …
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Fuel prices continue to rise and motorists want to get the best economy from their cars as they provide essential transport to work and running the family around. There are a number of simple things, often overlooked, that can ensure you get the best fuel economy from your vehicle. 1)Accelerate Smoothly It is ideal to …
What is a blown head gasket? A head gasket sits between the cylinder head and block of an engine. It is there to seal the two mating surfaces between the top and bottom sections of the engine. The head gasket is unique in that it has to seal oil, coolant and compression. This means it …
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This customer brought their Vauxhall in due to low performing and noisy brakes. A faulty brake cylinder was identified that had caused the brake pads to be engaged with the disc under acceleration as well as braking. The mechanic team supplied and fitted a new cylinder, a pair of discs and a set of front …
The current Premier Group Apprentices Harry and Abby were asked to speak about their thoughts and experiences as apprentices in the automotive repair industry. Hear what they had to say about an apprenticeship. Find out more about the Premier Group Apprenticeship program and why the business is so passionate about helping the technicians of tomorrow. …
Hear from the Premier Group Apprentices as part of National Apprenticeship Week 2022 Read More »
‘Riding the clutch’ may be a phrase you have heard before when talking about driving a car; but what is it and what issues can arise? First the basic principle of clutch control is to fully disengage the clutch when changing gear by pressing the clutch pedal to the floor and re-engage by lifting off …
One of our regular customers recently used the mechanical repairs service centre at Premier Group to upgrade the tired suspension on his performance Honda. The lowered springs were selected to give the car a more aggressive lower stance. The work was easily completed by the mechanic team and the customer was delighted by the results.
This stunning Aston Martin DB11 was recently at the Premier Group workshop for a full service. The car was certainly a head turner and received the 5 star service that Premier group provide for each and every customer. Genuine servicing parts were used by the mechanical team with the full service completed for considerably less …
