28th June 2024
Ford’s hands-free driver assistance system, BlueCruise, is in the spotlight after two fatal crashes in the US. In both cases, Ford Mustang Mach-E cars using BlueCruise collided with stationary vehicles at night. The first crash happened in February when a Mustang Mach-E hit a parked Honda, killing the 56-year-old driver of the stopped car. The…
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24th May 2024
Let’s face it, nothing screams “awkward” quite like pulling up to the traffic lights with your brakes squealing louder than a teenager at a Harry Styles concert. But beyond the embarrassment, faulty brakes can lead to some pretty serious issues. According to a report from 2019 by the Department for Transport, malfunctioning brake parts contributed…
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11th April 2024
With this Land Rover Discovery, we found ourselves confronting a series of complex issues. The saga began with the customer booking in as their EML had come on. The vehicle wasn’t going into limp mode but was losing power and going through a lot of oil. Our diagnosis revealed a failed diesel particulate filter (DPF),…
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3rd April 2024
In the span of just one year, from April 2022 to March 2023, the automotive industry collectively conducted approximately 34.5 million light MOTs, a process that consumed vast amounts of paper. To put it into perspective, if each test required an A4 certificate, the resulting stack of paper would blanket an area equivalent to 295…
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20th March 2024
Maintaining a vehicle is akin to nurturing a living organism—it requires regular care and attention to ensure optimal performance and longevity. At the heart of vehicle maintenance lies the crucial practice of servicing. In this article, we delve deep into the significance of regular servicing. Why Regular Servicing Matters: Regular servicing is not just about…
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12th March 2024
For International Women’s Day 2024, we interviewed each of our women at CCM. To learn more about them, their past and how they find working in this automotive arena. Celebrating Tina, our Operations Director at CCM, this International Women’s Day! A mother of 4 and grandma to two, Tina inspires our team, especially our women.…
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12th March 2024
For International Women’s Day 2024, we interviewed each of our women at CCM. To learn more about them, their past and how they find working in this automotive arena. Dive into the world of cars with Kara, our youngest Service Advisor! Passionate about her Mazda MX5, Kara has made remarkable strides since joining. Watch the…
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12th March 2024
For International Women’s Day 2024, we interviewed each of our women at CCM. To learn more about them, their past and how they find working in this automotive arena. Meet Sharon, our confident Service Advisor with a natural gift for conversation! A finalist at the Top Service Advisor Awards, her friendly nature makes her a…
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12th March 2024
For International Women’s Day 2024, we interviewed each of our women at CCM. To learn more about them, their past and how they find working in this automotive arena. Introducing Kirsty, our joyful Accounts Manager and incredible baker! A mother of 3, Kirsty’s positive spirit lights up our team. Always helpful and a delight to…
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11th March 2024
For International Women’s Day 2024, we interviewed each of our women at CCM. To learn more about them, their past and how they find working in this automotive arena. Meet Amanda, our phenomenal Service Advisor at CCM Gatwick! A finalist at the Top Service Advisor Awards, Amanda is a proud mother of 3, a new…
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