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New Year Sale

Wednesday 2nd January 2019

The 2019 New Year Sale is now on at Formula One Autocentres! This year we're offering up to £10 off a Service, £5 off an MOT and up to £5 off Tyres until 31st January 2019. We offer servicing to suit all vehicle makes and models, carried out by fully trained technicians. Book online before the 31... Read More

Tips For Driving in Winter

Wednesday 2nd January 2019

Now that winter is upon us, it's likely that you'll be driving on slippery roads with reduced visibility. We recommend ensuring your car is maintained, that you have the right equipment with you in your vehicle during winter months and that you adjust your driving style accordingly to suit the road... Read More

How long does an MOT take?

Thursday 20th December 2018

An MOT test consists of various checks to ensure the car is safe to drive on the road. In the UK, every vehicle is required by law to undertake an MOT test when the vehicle is 3 years old and once a year after. But how long does it take to do an MOT? How long does an MOT test take? It’s likely t... Read More

What does a car service include?

Thursday 13th December 2018

Here at Formula One Autocentres, we offer two types of car service: Full Service and Interim Service. We recommend that a Full Service is completed every 12,000 miles or every 12 months (whichever comes first) and a Interim Service is completed every 6,000 miles or every 6 months. To help you keep... Read More

The Benefits Of All Season Tyres

Tuesday 11th December 2018

All season tyres, commonly referred to as all weather tyres, are developed for use in countries with moderate yearly weather patterns. This makes them ideal for use in the UK and other European countries that have relatively mild climates. All season tyres combine the benefits of summer tyres with... Read More

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LOCALLY
FOR OVER 50 YEARS

What people are saying about us...

  • popped in on the off chance and they fitted me in after a short wait . i had the tracking checked and corrected at the best price.

    - Dunstable - Mar 4, 2024
  • Second time for MOT with you - good explanation from staff on each occasion

    - Steven, Camberley - Mar 14, 2024
  • Always found the staff at Strood branch very helpful and cheerful particularly Mick the mot tester who always explains any problems to the full. Give them a AAA score

    - Morris, Strood - Apr 27, 2024
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