A winning formula for over 50 years

Established in 1969, Formula One Autocentres set out with a mission to deliver a completely new fast-fit experience to its customers. This would feature clean, modern premises, high-tech equipment and highly trained technicians; far removed from the kind of service normally associated with the industry.

Over fifty years down the line, we have grown to become one of the UK’s largest independent autocentre chains. The business remains family owned and continues to uphold its original commitment to delivering the highest quality service at the most competitive prices.

That commitment has proved incredibly popular with motorists, creating many thousands of loyal customers who continue to put their trust in Formula One Autocentres.

As a result, the company has gone from strength to strength, currently boasting over 130 state-of-the-art branches across England, with over 800 highly trained staff working seven days a week to provide a full range of services including tyres, exhausts, batteries, brakes, clutches, MOT's and servicing.

We remain resolutely independent, and as a family owned business, avoid being tied down to any single manufacturer or supplier. This gives us the freedom and flexibility to offer the biggest deals on the widest possible range of top branded products, making the company a viable, attractive and cost-effective alternative to both the big national chains and smaller local independent outlets. Quite simply, Formula One Autocentres provides cost-conscious motorists with the most reliable and affordable means of maintaining their vehicles.

We defend our position at the forefront of the fast-fit industry by constantly evolving and developing innovative new products and services to meet the ever-changing demands of our customers. With an ongoing expansion programme and by regular investment in technology, we continue to provide unbeatable fast-fit service along with the very best value prices. In fact, we can confidently claim that no other company is better equipped to face the motoring challenges of the future.

Price Promise
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We WON’T be beaten on price GUARANTEED!
Check out our Price Promise

Family Owned

Formula One Autocentres are a family owned company providing value, care and service locally for over 50 years
PROVIDING VALUE,
CARE & SERVICE
LOCALLY
FOR OVER 50 YEARS

What people are saying about us...

  • Highly recommended F1 in Eastbourne. Every time I’ve been the guys have been really helpful and friendly but the main thing is they have been honest with the work that’s needed to be done on my car. As a young female I don’t feel like I’m being ripped off and made to get work done that isn’t needed. They have always explained the work to me in simple form so I understand and are very punctual with getting the work done on my car. I’ve had some terrible experiences in other garages who have taken the mick with getting work done and making me get work done that hasn’t needed to be done, and awful customer service! Just happy I’ve finally found a reliable garage! And the customer service is also great, so patient, caring and I don’t feel rushed. Thanks Eastbourne keep up the hard work!

    - carla, Eastbourne - Jun 15, 2024
  • Very friendly staff under a lot of pressure. Even with rather arrogant customers the staff remained professional. Good advice. Good service.

    - Swindon - Jul 24, 2024
  • I always use F1 Chatham for my cars MOT, the staff are always friendly and helpful.

    - Chatham - Jun 20, 2024
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