GARAGES in Warwickshire will open their doors to anxious motorists during July.
Six garages across the county will hold free open evenings to help ease ‘garage anxiety’ – the fear of being ripped off, a lack of trust in garages, or fear of large bills.
Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership is inviting drivers to meet mechanics, look around garages, ask questions and get tips and advice on how to carry out maintenance checks on their vehicles, as well as what to look for when choosing a garage.
Booking is not required for the open evenings, which will be held on:
- June 30 – Protyre Rugby, Paynes Lane, Rugby – 5:30-6:30pm
- July 1 – Protyre Alcester, Arden Business Centre – 5:30-6:30pm
- July 1 – Whitmoore Auto Centre, Radcliffe Road, Atherstone – 5:00-6:00 pm
- July 2 – Protyre Warwick, Emscote Road, Warwick – 5:30-6:30pm
- July 2 – Just Nice Clean Car – Millers Road, Warwick – 5:30-6:30pm
- July 3 – Protyre Southam, Southam Drive, Southam – 5:30-6:30pm
James Godley, Retail Operations Director at Protyre Autocare, said: “We are looking forward to hosting these events to help young drivers feel more confident when looking for advice around servicing or repairs.
“Our experts welcome the opportunity to help educate drivers on the regular checks they should undertake on their vehicle and when to seek expert advice.
“We hope that this project will help to break down barriers for local young drivers and provide that all-important confidence boost.”
Carl Jay, Owner of Just Nice Clean Cars Warwick, said: “As parents of a teenager who has recently passed their driving test, we understand firsthand the excitement, challenges, and responsibilities that come with stepping into the world of driving.
“We encourage all young drivers to view their cars not just as a means of independence, but as a responsibility that requires care and attention. A safe, well-maintained vehicle isn’t just a financial advantage; it’s a critical step in protecting lives – both their own and others.”
Sharon Hilton, who is leading the project for the Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership, said: “Avoiding services and repairs puts the driver at risk of points and fines and increases the risk to driver and passengers of being involved in a collision due to a vehicle defect.
“By addressing these anxieties directly and encouraging drivers to meet and talk to the mechanics, we aim to give all drivers the confidence to find and visit garages they can trust and raise awareness of being able to spread the cost of service and repairs to make them more affordable.”
Visit https://warksroadsafety.org for more information about the Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership.
