Smiths of Ilkeston

27/08/2026

We swapped our usual workwear for our favourite sports shirts yesterday to celebrate the start of the new football season and, more importantly, to raise money for some fantastic causes! 👕⚽️

Thanks to the generosity of our teams, we’re delighted to have raised an amazing £224 in total for our chosen charities:

❤️ Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice
🏍️ Derbyshire Blood Bikes

A huge thank you to everyone who donated and got involved! Your support will help make a real difference to these amazing charities.

If you’d like to donate and support a fantastic cause, you can do so via our JustGiving page below. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/smithsmotorgroup

29/07/2026

The wait is over... the New Renault Twingo has arrived at Smiths Renault Peterborough!

A beloved icon returns, reimagined for Renault's electric future.
See it in our showroom today and register your interest to be among the first to hear about test drives, updates, and more.

🔗 https://email.smithsmotorgroup.co.uk/p/23XX-1OAV/renault-twingo

28/07/2026

Pride Month may have ended almost a month ago, but inclusion doesn’t stop at the end of June 🏳️‍🌈

During Pride Month, five months on from receiving Pride365 accreditation, we reflected on the progress made so far, and on the work still to come.

Some people may wonder what LGBT+ inclusion has to do with buying, servicing, or repairing a vehicle. For us, it’s very straightforward: we’re a people business.

Every day, people come to us as customers, colleagues, suppliers, and applicants, and every one of them should feel they are treated with courtesy, professionalism, and respect.

Pride365 sits within our wider commitment to making Smiths a place where people are treated fairly, spoken to respectfully, and welcomed without assumption or judgement, whatever their background or identity.

You may not have seen Pride flags outside our dealerships or rainbow branding across our social media channels, but that doesn’t mean the support isn’t there.

Visibility is important, but day-to-day actions matter more. The real measure is whether people feel respected and included throughout the year, not only in June.

👇Full article in the comments👇

01/07/2026

What's changing with the Motability Scheme from 1st July 2026? 🚗

If you're on the Motability Scheme, or thinking about joining, it's important to know what the upcoming changes mean for you.

The good news? The Scheme's core benefits remain the same, including insurance, servicing, maintenance and breakdown cover. There are, however, a few updates that will apply to new leases from 1st July 2026, including changes to mileage allowances, tyre limits and overseas travel.

We've broken down everything you need to know in one easy-to-read guide, including what's changing, what's staying the same, and what it means for current customers.

👉 Read the full article here: https://www.smithsmotorgroup.co.uk/news/whats-changing-and-whats-not-in-the-motability-scheme-from-july-2026/

23/06/2026

🚣‍♂️ What a fantastic day at the Peterborough Dragon Boat Festival!

For the second year running, we proudly took to the water with our two teams, Smiths Rev & Row and The Fast & The Smithious. There was plenty of teamwork, determination, laughter and paddling throughout the day.

One of our teams even took their commitment to making a splash a little too literally and ended up capsizing! 😂 Thankfully, everyone was safe, and it certainly gave us all something to laugh about.

A huge thank you to everyone who took part, cheered us on, and donated to our fundraising efforts.

Swipe through for some of our favourite moments from the day! 📸

12/05/2026

Castrol Magnatec 1L Top Ups now just £11.99 at Smiths Of Ilkeston. The approved FPW9.55535/03 specification covers 95% of Vauxhall models, making it a reliable choice at a competitive price. 🚗💨

22/04/2026

Stay safe with a simple brake fluid change 🔧
Brake fluid changes from just £49.99 at Smiths Of Ilkeston.

Call 0115 9322387 to book today 🚗💨

21/04/2026

🚗 Let’s settle this…

What’s your go-to Vauxhall right now? 👀

👍 = Vauxhall Corsa
❤️ = Vauxhall Astra
😮 = Vauxhall Mokka

Or drop a comment if you’ve got another favourite 👇

No right answer… but we’ll definitely be judging the wrong ones 😏

21/04/2026

🚗💨 Smiths of Ilkeston Summer Driving Kit – Only £10!
Everything you need for a cleaner, fresher, smoother drive this summer.
Trusted brands, great value, and perfect for road trips.
Available now — don’t miss out!

14/04/2026

12/03/2026

Introducing the All-New Dacia Striker!

With bold design, practical features, and efficient electrified power, it’s an exciting new addition to the Dacia line-up.

05/03/2026

We proudly supported the recent Inter-College Skills Competition at Peterborough College, celebrating the incredible talent and dedication of students across a range of vocational disciplines.

A huge congratulations to Rory, winner of the Motor Vehicle Skills Competition, who was awarded an exclusive tour of the Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK factory in Sunderland.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to see one of the UK’s most advanced automotive manufacturing facilities in action and gain valuable insight into the future of the industry.

We’re passionate about supporting young people as they take their first steps into skilled careers.

Read our full article in the comments below 👇

27/02/2026

NEWS: Renault 5 E-Tech Electric Wins UK Car of the Year 2026

The Renault 5 E-Tech has been named the overall winner at the UK Car of the Year Awards, one of the most respected honours in the British automotive industry. The title follows its earlier success in the Small Car category and confirms its status as one of the most exciting new electric cars available in the UK.

Judged by a panel of more than 30 leading motoring journalists, the awards recognise the best new vehicles currently on sale. After topping its class, the Renault 5 E-Tech electric went head-to-head with other category champions and was selected as the overall winner following final voting.

Read more in the comments 👇

18/02/2026

We recently teamed up with Siôn from Morsels and Motors to take a closer look at the Renault 5 through the years.

Siôn borrowed our Renault 5 E-Tech Electric and parked it alongside first and second generation Renault 5 models to see what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and whether the new car keeps the spirit of the original alive.

It’s a fantastic side-by-side look at an icon across the decades!

Find out more in the comments 👇

03/02/2026

At Smiths, everyone is welcome. We want every customer and every colleague to feel respected, comfortable, and valued.

We are proud to share that Smiths Motor Group is now Pride365 accredited across all our dealerships.

Pride365 is a practical accreditation based on a public pledge and ongoing action. For us, it is about making inclusion part of everyday decisions, not a one off message. It is about how we welcome people, how we work together, and how we serve our communities, every day of the year.

Find out more: https://www.smithsmotorgroup.co.uk/news/pride-365-accreditation

25/12/2025

⭐ Merry Christmas from Smiths Vauxhall!

We’re grateful for your support and loyalty throughout the year. May your Christmas be filled with joy, good company, and plenty of festive sparkle🎄

Enjoy a wonderful Christmas Day!

22/12/2025

Get £1,000 off on top of any other offer in the Vauxhall Sale Event between 22 December 2025 – 12 January 2026!

Find out more: https://smithsmotorgroup.co.uk/vauxhall/new-car-offers/

09/12/2025

🎅 Smiths Vauxhall festive hours are here!

Our Christmas opening times are now available, so please check before visiting❄️

Merry Christmas from all of us at Smiths Vauxhall! 🎄✨

02/07/2025

🚗 Buy a new Vauxhall and get £500 in Tesco Clubcard vouchers!
That’s your weekly shop sorted for a while 👌
Visit us today and drive away with more than just a car!