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An Environmentally Friendly Workshop We try to do our best with our little workshop where possible to limit the impacts on our planet. We are an environmentally friendly workshop. We meet the MTA environmental standard certificate & they make regular visits too ensure we maintain our levels. What we do: Recycling cardboard waste – fortnightly […]

KNOW YOUR CAR – Part 2 Continuing on from our part 1 update a few weeks ago. Get to know your car part 2 & its importance as to why you should have your vehicle serviced regularly. Braking Systems: Brakes create a lot of heat. This can cause bending, warping & wear on the brakes. […]

KNOW YOUR CAR – Part 1 Get to know your car, so that when something isn’t quite right you will be able to recognise that it needs a visit to a mechanic! 99% of problems start from lack of servicing. Rule of thumb is annually or everyone 10 000 km. This is really important for […]

WINTER DRIVING Its now arrived and we need to be aware of winter driving safety. Tyres: – Are your tyres up for it? See the image to give you a guide on wet weather driving at speed. When we do a WOF or service we will always list the applicable tyre levels on your invoice […]

AUTOMOTIVE STAFF WANTED Automotive staff wanted for Balmoral Auto Repairs.We are looking for a New Zealand fully qualified automotive technician to join our small busy Mt Eden workshop. We service & repair all makes and models old and new. So you will get lots of variety. We have the latest diagnostic equipment (scopes and scan […]

Autumn to Winter Motoring The next change in season is fast approaching. Are you ready for autumn to winter motoring? You need to start thinking about safety. Things to consider: – Are your windscreen wipers doing their job properly? – Is your washer fluid filled up? Suggest you use regularly as this helps keep that […]

SAFETY CHECKS DURING LOCK DOWN Whilst in lockdown NZTA & the government have agreed to temporarily extend: WoFs and CoFs, driver licences that expired on or after 1 January 2020. Dates on how long this extension will stand for are still unknown. So please remember that drivers and vehicle owners are responsible for ensuring vehicle […]

10 Reasons To Service Your Car 10 Reasons to service your car. We would recommend annually or every 10 000km because you will: Save on fuel Less emissions Extend engine life Safety – we check and adjust brakes Avoid wear and tear – all parts lubricated Lights checked and adjusted/bulbs replaced for legal and safe […]

WARRANT OF FITNESS FAILURES Drivers should to be doing more to monitor the safety of their car. See below for the most common faults. We recommend you should check – lights, brakes, suspension and tyres at least every six months. The message should be that any necessary repairs should be done straight away – for […]

SUMMER MOTORING – SUNSCREEN DAMAGE Hoping everyone’s having a great summer and many of you managed to get away for a well deserved break. The weathers been pretty warm so I’m sure that car air conditioning has been getting regular use! Also ensure that windscreen is clean inside and out so you can see clearly […]