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How to stop my car door locks from freezing

Friday 26th January 2024

With the long and cold winter months comes a drop in temperature, snow, frost and ice. Whilst driving in these weather conditions can be difficult, other problems involving your vehicle can come up - such as frozen locks. But why does this happen and how can you stop it? Find out all you need to kn... Read More

What engine oil do I need for my car?

Wednesday 3rd January 2024

Has your engine oil warning light appeared on your dashboard? Or are you looking to give your car a bit of maintenance before a long journey? If you’re unsure what engine oil your car needs, find out all you need to know in our guide. Why is engine oil so important?  Engine oil is crucial when ens... Read More

Signs of a dead car battery

Wednesday 20th December 2023

What causes a dead car battery?  Experiencing a flat car battery can be frustrating. Flat batteries can occur due to a number of reasons, such as a drop in temperature, driving short distances or because your car has been sitting on the drive for too long without being driven. However, it’s importa... Read More

New Formula One Autocentre in Maldon

Thursday 30th November 2023

Here at Formula One Autocentres, we are happy to announce that we have a brand new centre opening up in Maldon! To celebrate our new branch, we will be offering customers a few brand-new one-time only deals: Code NEWSERV25 - 25% off any Full or Interim ServiceCode NEWAIR34 Air Con Re-Gas Only £34.9... Read More

How long do electric vehicle batteries last?

Thursday 30th November 2023

Batteries are the single most important component of any electric vehicle. But what exactly are they and how long do they last? Take a look at our guide to learn all you need to know.   What is an electric vehicle battery? An EV battery is not a single unit as it consists of hundreds of cells. Gen... Read More

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  • I am happy with the level of support in finding out the issue with my car today. I found the staff helpful and professional and have gone above and beyond in getting my car back on the road. Great service and a satisfied customer.

    - St Albans - Mar 6, 2024
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    - Mario, Stevenage (London Road) - Mar 18, 2024
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