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Bad smell from car heater Hamilton

Bad smell from car heater Hamilton

If there’s a weird pong drifting out of your car heater, it’s usually the start of some mechanical mischief brewing under the bonnet. We’ve seen our fair share here in Hamilton, from Taupiri to Cambridge, and it’s one of those problems you don’t want to...
New car repairs outside dealership Hamilton

New car repairs outside dealership Hamilton

Got yourself a new(ish) set of wheels, but you’re not keen on paying those dealership prices for the odd repair or car service? Honestly, you’re not the only one. We see plenty of folk rolling in from Dinsdale, Hillcrest, Rototuna, and out in places like Cambridge or...
Dealership pricing versus normal mechanics Hamilton

Dealership pricing versus normal mechanics Hamilton

Alright, so you’re probably wondering: should you get your car serviced at a big-name dealership, or pop round to your local mechanic here in Hamilton? You’re not alone – we get this question all the time. Whether you’re running the kids down Peachgrove Road in a...
Dealership service without the dealership price

Dealership service without the dealership price

Let’s be honest, keeping your car in top nick can feel like a chore sometimes. But with all the Hamilton stop-start traffic, rough-as-guts potholes down places like Te Rapa Straight, and those monster speed bumps hiding out in Nawton, regular maintenance is a must....
Rust on Radiator Cap in Hamilton

Rust on Radiator Cap in Hamilton

What does a radiator cap actually do? Alright, so you’ve just popped the bonnet on your Toyota Corolla, or maybe your Suzuki Swift, and you’re having a quick squiz because something just doesn’t look right. Maybe the temp gauge’s been a bit higher than usual,...
Frayed Seat Belt Replacement Hamilton

Frayed Seat Belt Replacement Hamilton

Has a frayed seatbelt caused you to fail a Warrant of Fitness? Fraying seat belts are almost inevitable; it is no surprise they are one of the most common causes of failed Warrant of Fitness tests for New Zealanders (see WOF requirements here). As car technology...