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Swift Car Care Peterborough

5 months ago

Happy birthday wishes from MoHappy Birthday wishes to Will Carrington from all the team at Swift and Express
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Swift Car Care Peterborough

6 months ago

Happy Birthday wishes to Will Carrington from all the team at Swift and Express
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Swift Car Care Peterborough

6 months ago

It’s always a pleasure having different vehicles in our workshop, this vintage Morris was in recently.

Are you a fan of Morris cars? If so, you might be interested in learning more about their history and how they became one of the most popular British car brands in the 20th century. 🚗

Morris cars were founded by William Morris, a bicycle manufacturer who turned his attention to car making in 1910. He opened a factory in Cowley, Oxford, and launched his first car, the 2-seat Morris Oxford “Bullnose”, in 1913. He bought most of the components from other suppliers and assembled them in his own factory. 🏭

In 1914, he introduced a larger car, the Morris Cowley, which had a 1548 cc engine from Continental of Detroit. After the First World War, he switched to a near-copy engine made by Hotchkiss in Coventry. He also acquired Wolseley Motor Company in 1927 and started producing the Morris Minor, a small car that competed with the Austin Seven. 🚙

By 1924, Morris had become the UK’s biggest car manufacturer, holding a 51% share of the home market. He also started a subsidiary called MG (Morris Garages), which made sporting versions of Morris cars. He became Viscount Nuffield in 1938 and merged his companies with Riley to form the Nuffield Organisation. 🏆
Morris continued to produce popular models such as the Morris Eight, the Morris Ten and the Morris Six. During the Second World War, he also made military vehicles and iron lungs for polio patients. After the war, he launched new models such as the Morris Minor 1000, the Morris Oxford MO and the Morris Marina. 🚘

In 1952, Morris merged with Austin to form the British Motor Corporation (BMC), which later became part of British Leyland and then Rover Group. The Morris name was used until 1984, when it was discontinued by Austin Rover Group. The last model to bear the Morris badge was the Morris Ital, a rebadged version of the Austin Ambassador. 🚗

Today, Morris cars are cherished by collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate their classic design and engineering. Some of the most sought-after models are the Morris Minor Traveller, a wood-framed estate car; the Morris Minor Convertible, a soft-top version of the Minor; and the Morris Minor Van, a commercial vehicle that was used by many businesses. 🚐

If you own a vintage Morris car or want to buy one, you can join clubs and forums where you can share your passion and knowledge with other fans. You can also visit museums and events where you can see rare and restored Morris cars on display. 🚗

Do you have a favourite Morris car? Let us know in the comments below! 😊 ... See MoreSee Less

Swift Car Care Peterborough

7 months ago

Look who visited our Peterborough branch recently.
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Swift Car Care Peterborough

7 months ago

Tyre tread depth is important for your safety on the road, as it affects the braking distance, grip and handling of your vehicle.
You should check your tyre tread depth regularly and replace your tyres when they reach the legal minimum or below.
You can use a 20p coin to measure the tread depth easily.
Here’s how it works:
• Place a 20p coin into the main tread grooves of your tyre
• If the outer border of the coin is hidden when it is inserted, then your tread is above the legal limit of 1.6 mm
• If you can see the outer border of the coin, then your tyre is either approaching the legal minimum tread depth or has already reached it and requires replacement
• Remember to check at least three locations around each tyre and repeat the test for all four tyres.
Checking your tyre tread depth regularly will help you diagnose potential problems, prevent delays, avoid fines and reduce the risk of accidents.
If you’re not sure, then please drop by anytime and we’ll be happy to check your tyres for you. ... See MoreSee Less

Swift Car Care Peterborough

7 months ago

The dangers of running over unknown objects
Driving over an unknown object can be dangerous and costly.
Luckily, this driver stopped immediately after running over a broken coil spring and only needed a new tyre.
One of the main dangers of driving over unknown objects is that they can cause damage to your vehicle's tires, suspension, or even the body of the car.
A blown tyre or a damaged suspension can make it difficult to control the car, possibly leading to a more serious accident or causing an accident with other road users or pedestrians.
It’s always important to stay alert and aware of your surroundings while driving. Scan the road ahead for any potential hazards, and maintain a safe distance from the car in front of you to give yourself time to react.
If you do encounter an object in the road, slow down and carefully manoeuvre around it if possible.
If you’re not sure if you’ve damaged your tyres or suspension, call us and we can arrange a safety check for you.
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Swift Car Care Peterborough

8 months ago

We would like to extend our condolences to our mechanic, Gedrius Austinas and his family, on the loss of his father Kestas Austinas.
You are in our thoughts.
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Swift Car Care Peterborough

8 months ago

Customer Service training for staff at Swift Car Care Services, with Andy Savva, The Garage Inspector ... See MoreSee Less