With December just around the corner, Pieter Niemand, Director of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), said now is the time to get your pre-holiday vehicle checks done before the last-minute scramble begins.
\n\u201cEvery year workshops get flooded in December with motorists wanting vehicle checks and needing repairs just days before they plan to leave on holiday.\u201d
\nHe said that what motorists don\u2019t realise is that should maintenance be needed on their vehicle and spare parts are not in stock, these need to be ordered. This could take several days, if they are available at all.
\n\u201cIt is risky leaving things to the last minute and could put a real dampener on holiday plans.\u201d
\nHe added that mechanics should do a thorough check of the vehicle which will include a road test and an assessment of the following parts:
\n* Lights.
\n* Suspension.
\n* Drive lines.
\n* Brakes.
\n* Tyres, including the spare and tools.
\n* Fluid levels.
\n* Wipers and windscreen.
\n* V Belts.
\n* Exhaust.
\nIf a problem is identified, the mechanic will be able to advise the vehicle owner and provide a quote for repairs needed.
\n\u201cThere\u2019s nothing worse than having your holiday plans delayed or cancelled because of car issues. Don\u2019t wait until December. Get your vehicle checked now,\u201d Niemand said.<\/p>\n