Deadly Car Brake Pads Deadly Car Brake Pads So, as a garage owner, I often wonder what will come next ! We are constantly being told that we are all breathing in too many particles of this and that ! On the other hand, the so-called experts are telling us that we are going to […]
Ford Escort Steering Problems Ford Escort Steering Problems In recent weeks, we have had a spate of Ford Escorts with steering problems. Therefore, I believe that the large number of “potholes” that we have are to blame. Hence, we have all gone down a pothole in recent times. especially here in Halifax, UK, where my […]
Suspension Arm Bolts Suspension Arm Bolts Sadly, on one of the worst windy and rainy days of the year. So, one of our good customers was out and about in his BMW 1 series car, a 2008 model . Consequently, he found himself having to swerve his car. Thus, we have to avoid a broken […]
Difficulties in Carrying the Correct Stock Difficulties in Carrying the Correct Stock Difficulties in Inventory Management Stock management presents numerous issues for garage owners in the fast fit sector, despite its significance. I must confess that this has been a bit of a downfall for me over the years. Early on in my career, I […]
Garage Payroll Problem Garage Payroll Problem Managing high payroll expenses: Techniques for Maintaining Financial Stability in Your Garage and Fast-Fit Centre. Unfortunately, this problem is always raising its ugly head. Normally, the books can be balanced by twerking price rises whenever costs rise. This includes the payroll costs. We do, of course, need staff to […]
Difficulties Recruiting Mechanics Difficulties Recruiting Mechanics The Talent Dilemma: Overcoming the Obstacles of Recruiting Skilled Mechanics and Technicians in the Fast Fit Industry I must confess that over the past 40 odd years of owning a fast-fit centre, this is perhaps the worst time we have experienced recruiting good, reliable fitting staff and mechanics. When […]
Servicing Your Vehicle Servicing Your Vehicle Top Tips for Vehicle Servicing Yes, a car that has received regular maintenance is more reliable and runs better than one that hasn’t, but how do you know what maintenance your car needs? How frequently should it be repaired, and what are the advantages? Whether you’re a first-time car […]
Failed Brakes on Peugeot 107 Failed Brakes on Peugeot 107 Peugeot 107 Braking Problems: A Pellon Tyre and Autocentre case study A local client brought in their reliable Peugeot 107 on a routine day at Pellon Tyre and Autocentre, describing it as “a bit of a braking issue.” Now, if someone brings up the topic […]
Heartfelt Thanks to the People of Halifax Heartfelt Thanks to the People of Halifax A Growth Journey: The Story of Halifax’s Pellon Tyre and Autocentre Eric started a quest in 1989 that would eventually make him a pillar of the Halifax garage scene. The first part of what would eventually become the entire Pellon Tyre […]
UPS Batteries Have Many Uses UPS Batteries Have Many Uses 12 volts, 12 amps in many backup battery supply systems ? I would not be exaggerating to say that the 12 volt, 12 amp UPS (uninterrupted power supply) battery. Will be found in most large offices around the world. The most common usage for this […]