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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

When does an MOT expire?

Wednesday 29th November 2023

An MOT lasts for a year and is valid until midnight of its expiry date. You can find the date it runs out printed on your current MOT pass certificate.   When does a new car require its first MOT?  It is a legal requirement in the UK that a vehicle older than 3 years from the date of first registr... Read More

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What people are saying about us...

  • Lewis and the Team at Redditch are always happy to help! They always provide an excellent, honest and reliable service!

    - Adam, Redditch - Jan 18, 2025
  • Staff at Cirencester Formula 1 were super friendly and great with explaining advisories on my car MOT. Will definitely be planning on going here again for any future car services.

    - Tia, Cirencester - Jan 25, 2025
  • Failed my MOT for the first time. The lads were very helpful with quickly accessing the parts. They claimed to encounter a few problems with my car along the way but didn't let it affect the time frame. 10/10 service.

    - Thomas, Walkden - Jan 26, 2025
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