Author: TrendRow Team

Wheel alignment is an important part of vehicle maintenance because the position of the wheels can affect steering behaviour, tyre wear and overall handling. When alignment angles move outside the manufacturer’s recommended range, a vehicle may develop uneven tyre wear, pull to one side or feel less stable on the road. Modern workshops are changing how alignment is checked and adjusted. Traditional alignment procedures are increasingly supported by digital equipment, computerised measurements and advanced diagnostic systems. These developments can make it easier for technicians to identify alignment issues accurately and explain the required work to customers. For UK motorists, understanding…

EV servicing is becoming an increasingly important part of vehicle ownership in the UK as more motorists switch from petrol and diesel cars to fully electric vehicles. Although electric vehicles have fewer traditional engine components, they still require professional inspections, maintenance and repairs throughout their lives. Electric cars use high-voltage battery systems, electric motors, power electronics, sophisticated software and electronic control systems. They also rely on familiar safety components such as tyres, brakes, suspension and steering. As a result, maintaining an EV requires a combination of conventional automotive knowledge and specialist electrical expertise. For owners, understanding electric vehicle maintenance can…

Hybrid servicing is becoming an increasingly important part of vehicle maintenance in the UK as more drivers choose cars that combine an internal combustion engine with electric power. Hybrids can offer a different driving experience from conventional petrol and diesel vehicles, and their servicing requirements can also differ. Although hybrid vehicles still contain many familiar components, they also use high-voltage electrical systems, electric motors, battery packs, sophisticated control systems and regenerative braking technology. This means workshops need appropriate equipment, knowledge and safety procedures to maintain them properly. For hybrid owners, understanding how servicing works can make it easier to choose…

Automotive service companies are entering a period of significant change as vehicle technology, customer expectations and workshop operations continue to evolve. Across the UK, garages and service networks are adopting digital tools, improved diagnostic equipment, automated processes and new approaches to customer communication. This transformation affects more than large national networks. Independent garages are also investing in workshop technology, technician training and digital servicing systems to remain competitive as modern vehicles become more complex. The result is an automotive aftermarket where technical expertise and digital capability increasingly work together. For motorists, the most visible changes may include online booking, digital…

Garage chains are changing the way motorists access vehicle servicing, repairs, tyres and other essential automotive services across the UK. While traditional workshop expertise remains important, leading automotive service networks are increasingly combining skilled technicians with digital tools, wider service networks and more convenient customer journeys. From National Tyres & Autocare and Kwik Fit to ATS Euromaster, Halfords, Protyre and Fix Auto, the modern garage sector is becoming more connected and technology-focused. This shift is not simply about adding new equipment. It is about making workshops more efficient, preparing technicians for newer vehicles and giving motorists easier ways to book,…