FixMyCar

29/05/2026

Happy Friday and welcome another FixRated Feature! 🏆

We're showcasing some of the excellent garages that are meeting all the tough criteria and vetting to become one of our approved garages or dealerships.

This week we're celebrating Road Two Automotive. 🥳

Based in Northwich, Road Two Automotive is now FixRated approved which means this garage meets the required high-standards that make them a reliable and trusted garage for car repairs and maintenance.

Book with Road Two Automotive in Northwich on the FixMyCar website 👇
https://www.whocanfixmycar.com/garage/road-two-automotive

28/05/2026

We're going on tour! 🚙

Our CCO, Matt Wrankmore, is getting out from behind his desk and hitting the road to go and visit some of our fantastic garages across the UK.

In June, Matt will be loading up on road trip snacks and heading to:
🛞 London
🛞 Wales
🛞 Birmingham
🛞 Scotland
🛞 Newcastle..and this list is still growing!

Where else can we send him?

If your garage isn't on the list yet, let us know in the comments if you'd be interested in a visit from Matt to extend his tour even further! 🙌

27/05/2026

In the Garage Spotlight this week is Protyre Leicester (Bradgate Street) 🤩

Part of the Protyre family, this garage offers a comprehensive range of services for drivers and has been part of FixMyCar's garage network since 2017.

In that time they've achieved an average 4.1 ⭐️ rating from hundreds of happy drivers.

Keep up the great work team! 👍

26/05/2026

A riddle for you! 🧐

Can you solve it?

Comment below with your answers to find out if you're correct! 👇

25/05/2026

Changes to driving test bookings have come into effect from May 12th. 🚙

Under the old rules, instructors could book tests on behalf of their students, but this is now banned. Only learners themselves can book or change their tests.

Read more about it below 👇
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckgpl9zdw3po

From 12 May, only learner drivers can book their own tests, not instructors.

22/05/2026

We're hiring! 🙌

We are looking for a Data Analyst to own and evolve our analytics layer across operations, finance, and marketplace performance.

If you're a self-starter then this role could be for you! 🚀

It sits at the intersection of analytics and data engineering: you will work directly with production datasets, maintain canonical reporting tables, and deliver business-critical insights used across Finance, Commercial, and Operations.

Interested in joining our great team? Apply below 👇
https://hr.breathehr.com/recruitment/vacancies/46565

21/05/2026

Common problems with the Ford Focus 🚙

First introduced in 1998 and met with immediate success, the Ford Focus has had many updates over the years but remains outstanding in its practicality and handling. 🙌

But it still falls prey to a few common issues 👇
🛠️ Welt belt failure
🛠️ Automatic gearbox issues
🛠️ Battery issues
🛠️ Electrical faults

If you drive a Ford Focus and experience any of these common issues, visit FixMyCar.com to find a local garage that can help with a fix! 👍

21/05/2026

We're excited to announce a new partnership for FixMyCar's garage network! 🙌
Today we launch a new partnership with One.funding to provide our garages with access to flexible business finance solutions.

Through a combination of asset finance, business loans and merchant cash advances, One.funding allows our garages to spread the cost of investment, fund refurbishments or growth projects, and access flexible working capital that fits around the way they operate.

Through One.funding, our network could use flexible finance solutions to:
🚀 Add new services by investing in new tools or equipment
🚀 Open new sites and grow their business
🚀 Increase capacity with additional ramps and bays
🚀 Upgrade or refurbish their workshop

We’re pleased and proud to be able to offer our network yet more value through our platform with One.funding's simplified financial support.

20/05/2026

This week in the Garage Spotlight is SURE Vehicle Centre, based in Sunderland 🤩

Sure Vehicle Centre is a trusted automotive repair shop and car garage, providing expert MOT testing, car servicing, vehicle repairs, tyres and MOT.

They've been part of FixMyCar's garage network since 2021 and have achieved an average ⭐️ rating of 4.9 from hundreds of happy drivers!

Keep up the great work Sure Vehicle team 👍

19/05/2026

Time to test your trivia! 🧠

Which iconic British car was originally designed by Sir Alec Issigonis and became famous in the 1960s for its compact size and racing success at Monte Carlo?

Comment below with your answers to find out if you're right! 👇

18/05/2026

A big thanks to Teresa for this 5 ⭐️ Trustpilot review 🙌

Just like Teresa, who found us on Google, booking through FixMyCar is quick and easy.

Find local, trusted garages in 3 simples steps and get your car care sorted.

Try it out today 👇
www.fixmycar.com