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4 Tips to See if Your Tyres Need Replacing
1) Uneven Wear While visually inspecting your tyres, ensure that any wear and tear is distributed evenly across the tyre. It may be a sign that your car's wheel alignment needs to be adjusted if you find that some areas of the tyre are more worn down than others. The...
read more6 Signs Indicating Your Brakes Might Need Repairs
Even someone with only a basic understanding of automobiles may recognise and value the significance of brakes. However, it is possible to ignore the warning signs that your car's brakes require maintenance or even replacement. In order to assist you in determining...
read morePrecautions to Take When Driving in the Summer
Many people believe that the most dangerous times to drive are during the winter months, with the possibility of rain and icy conditions, and that this is when extra caution is required. However, all seasons pose significant threats to road users, and knowing the...
read moreMOT vs Car Servicing- What’s the Difference?
We here at Griffin Autos have decided to run you through the key difference between an MOT and car servicing in order for you to understand why they are both imperative to the smooth operation of your vehicle. What is an MOT? To begin, a MOT is named after the...
read moreHow Does a Car Service Improve My Vehicles Performance
Many people overlook the importance of having their car serviced. It is, however, one of the best things you can do to help your car's longevity and performance. Servicing may be costly in the short term, but it is far better for avoiding costly repairs in the future....
read moreHow To Prepare Your Car For An MOT
When the time comes to get your MOT it can be an unnerving experience for car owners, as they hope that they will not have to fork out a heavy payment in order to fix their car. If you are in that same situation then don’t worry, we are here to assist you. In this...
read more3 Common MoT Failures
By law, you need to MoT your car once per year in order to ensure it is road safe for both yourself and other motorists. In 2017, around 35% of cars failed their MoT, so it’s not uncommon for cars to fail them. That being said, there are quite a few common MoT...
read moreWhen to Switch from Winter Tyres
In the UK, more and more people are opting to use Winter tyres in the cooler months. Not just suitable for snow and ice, Winter tyres help maintain grip and control on the roads. However, for optimal performance it is suggested that they be used when the temperature...
read moreTips for Buying a Used Car
Before you delve right into trying to find your perfect new vehicle, there are a few things you should decide on first. Doing a bit of prior planning will save you hours of time could easily be swallowed up in the vortex that is the used car market. Narrowing Down...
read moreA Brief History of The Vauxhall Car
It was in 1857 that founder, Alexander Wilson, began what we now know as Vauxhall. Back then, the company was named Alex Wilson and Company and it wasn’t until 1907 when this changed to Vauxhall Motors. The First Vauxhall Car In 1903 the first Vauxhall car was made....
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COMPANY OVERVIEW
After working at Vauxhall dealers and independent garages Craig Rumbelow and Russell Carter established Griffin Autos in 2008. Securing their unit in Ampthill industrial park with space for up to eight cars they have grown the business and become well-known and trusted mechanics for engine conversions, modifications, servicing and repairs.