What are daytime running lights? Daytime running lights (or always-on lights) are a feature found in many late-model cars. They are bright lights that are usually built into the headlight assembly. Daytime running lights remain on whenever your engine is running and...
So, What’s a Car Axle Shaft Anyway? Alright, so you’ve probably heard us talking about “axle shafts” or maybe someone’s mentioned a CV joint while you’re waiting at the shop for your WOF in Hamilton. Basically, the axle shaft is that solid rod that connects your...
What’s a Camshaft Position Sensor, Anyway? If you’re driving around Hamilton, stopping at every light on Te Rapa Road or crawling through Hillcrest on your way to pick up the kids, your car’s engine is doing a lot of thinking behind the scenes. One of the little...
What’s a crankshaft position sensor, and why’s it matter? If you’ve ever heard the term “crankshaft position sensor” and thought – what’s that got to do with my car? – you’re not alone. At our Hamilton workshop, we get questions about these little sensors all the...
What’s a Drag Link, and Why Should You Care? Alright, let’s keep this simple. The drag link is part of your car’s steering set-up. It basically runs between your steering box and the steering arm on the other side. When you turn that wheel (say, trying not to miss the...
What’s a Manifold Temperature Sensor, and Why Should You Care? Alright, so you’ve got your engine, right? But wedged in there is something called a manifold temperature sensor. That wee gizmo sits tucked in the intake manifold, quietly measuring the temperature of the...
Booked the ol' Fuga in for a service this week. I dropped it off early to take advantage of the free clean and asked if I could have it ready at 3 pm. The service went well and they...
pointed out things that would need attention in the future. I like the introduction of the vehicle service and repair log book. Which has all my previous services and fix ups recorded in it. And the Fuga was freshly
cleaned and ready at 3pm, like they said. Thanks Team
Cinn Thornton
The team at Grimmer Motors are very friendly and have awesome customer service. My car needed scan as flashing light on dash. The problem was identified , easy to ...understand explanation given and quote for fix provided. Thanks team.
Pip Six
Awesome service. They communicated really well with me about what was going on and then fixed a few extras on the same day I took my van in. A great place.
Lincoln Fernandes
Fast easy reliable and much cheaper compared to dealerships
Hamish O'neill
Great customer service, good communication and works done on time. Thanks Grimmers
Sarah Bowers
Love leaving our car(s) in the friendly and capable hands at Grimmer Motors. Everything from drop off, reception, communication and the work done is of a high standard... and much apprecaited. Another happy customer - thanks Grimmers.
