Ford Leads The Way In Body Repair Standards

Ford is leading the automotive industry in securing BSI Kitemark certification for its network of approved repair centres.

More than 40 per cent of the 153-strong Ford Approved Repair Centre chain have already gained the increasingly important BSI PAS 125 standard and Kitemark licence and now, thanks to incentives offered by Ford, almost all of the remaining centres have signed up to become certified by the end of 2010.

“Ford is the first manufacturer fully to embrace the BSI PAS 125 Kitemark,” said Nick Halliday, Ford’s manager of collision repair marketing. “We believe that it’s a vital standard to be achieved, a symbol of a quality product which brings peace of mind for the customer.

Tips on how to keep your car running this Winter

Almost 7,000 cars breakdown every day in the UK,¹ a number which increases as winter takes hold. When cold weather hits, cars take longer to warm up, oil takes longer to circulate, and the car battery may not have its full charge. Preparing your car in advance can make it easier than having to deal with trying to get a cold car started or even calling for road side assistance once winter has set in.

Fuel
In the cold weather your car requires more fuel to warm up and reach an efficient operating temperature. Advanced fuels, such as TOTAL Excellium contain exclusive additives and detergents, which clean the most sensitive parts of modern engines, in particular, the areas involved with petrol injections and high pressure diesel injection.

Digital Tools Enhance Fiat Flagship Experience

Four new car configurators and an eye-catching external digital display are among the high-tech equipment introduced recently to Fiat Marylebone, Fiat UK’s London flagship dealer.

The Wigmore Street showroom’s interior has been greatly enhanced with the configurators, on which customers can select a new car and choose combinations of engine, equipment and colours in a relaxed atmosphere, getting assistance from a staff member only if they ask for it.