Press releases
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Former Trading Standards chief bolsters Motor Codes board
17th May 2013Ron Gainsford OBE appointed as non-executive director Motor Codes, the Trading Standards-backed garage scheme, has reinforced its position at the heart of the government's new consumer landscape with the appointment of Ron Gainsford OBE to its board of directors. The former c... continued
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GROUPAUTO approved network launch reflects independent growth trend within Motor Codes
25th April 2013Trading Standards-backed garage code offers greatest choice for customers 441 independent garages commit to Motor Codes in 2013 GROUPAUTO launches approvedgarages.co.uk All approvedgarages.co.uk members - 300 in phase one - subscribe to Motor Code... continued
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Garage of the Year - UK's top garages revealed
10th April 2013Motor Codes award praises most trusted main dealer and independent Motor Codes, the operator of government-backed codes of practice has named the national winners of its annual Garage of the Year contest, following six weeks of voting by garage customers. At an award ceremony... continued
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Garage of the Year - the regional winners revealed
26th March 2013Motorists pick Britain's best garages Motor Codes, the operator of government-backed codes of practice for the motor industry, has revealed the 20 most trusted garages in the UK, as nominated by the public. Moved house? Changed car? Simply want to find a garage yo... continued
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Britain's most trusted garages revealed
13th March 2013Motorists vote to map out UK's garage good guys Motor Codes, the OFT-approved garage scheme operator, has today announced the shortlist of businesses in the running for its Garage of the Year title. Thousands have voted in the annual initiative that helps uncertain motorists know where... continued
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Hunt is on for Britain's best garages
8th February 2013Car owners to map out safe-haven service centres Motor Codes teams up with car expert, Vicki Butler-Henderson, and Auto Express Driver Power in UK-wide search for the nation's favourite garages. Based on votes from car owners, Motor Codes to highlight best franchised and independent car se... continued
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Milestone marks exceptional year of progress for Motor Codes
4th February 2013Subscription to government-backed standards body exceeds 7,000 garages Motor Codes network exceeds 7,000 garages in January 2013. Growth in web traffic sees number of garage profile page views double that of 2011. New functionality to monitor business referral provides... continued
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Garage of the Year opens next month. Garages, get your promotional items!
25th January 2013Motor Codes set to open enhanced Garage of the Year competition New categories to highlight UK's favourite franchised and independent garages Nationwide competition opens for voting on Friday 8 February. Promotional material available online. New dual-category format - fra... continued
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Motor Codes Officer
18th January 2013Motor Codes Officer Outline of the Job: To assist and deliver the planned operational activity of consumer codes of practice, sector self regulation and member/subscriber support services for: • Motor Industry Code of Practice for New Cars • Motor Industry Code of Practice f... continued
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Driving home for Christmas? Find a government-backed garage wherever you are
17th December 2012New mobile-optimised garage finder As we head into one of the busiest holiday seasons on the road, with people travelling to visit family and friends over the festive period, garage industry standards body, Motor Codes, removes at least one of the stresses and strains of the Christ-mass migra... continued
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Government backs Motor Codes
13th December 2012Response to Motorists' Forum Report recommends garages sign up to OFT-approved codes of practice "It's hugely positive news for consumers that government has today recommended wider adoption of OFT/TSI-backed codes of practice and stated that it should be the norm for garages to sign... continued
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UK motorists quash rip-off garage reputation
23rd November 2012Gathering public opinion throughout the whole of 2012, automotive industry standards body, Motor Codes, has compiled a report on customer satisfaction with car dealers and service centres across the UK. Looking at results from 25,000 surveys - 20,500 from car servicing customers using a Motor... continued
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Kelly Young joins Motor Codes, as network growth continues
30th August 2012Motor Codes appoints network sales and marketing manager Kelly Young has been appointed as network sales and marketing manager for Motor Codes, the UK-wide, OFT-approved garage scheme. In a newly-created role at Motor Codes, Kelly will lead a strategic approach to communicatin... continued
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Motor Codes response to Citizens Advice consumer complaint statistics
28th August 2012A response from Motor Codes managing director, Chris Mason, to the list of top consumer complaints published today by Citizens Advice: "Despite the vast majority of garages and car retailers upholding the very best service standards, these figures are impossible to gloss over and... continued
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Motor Codes referrals drive business for Bristol Street
14th August 2012Reflecting the growing strength and relevance of the Motor Codes network and the value delivered to its subscribers, the OFT-approved industry standards body is set to introduce a free call whispering service for its 6,800 member garages, allowing them to monitor levels of business... continued
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Motor Codes recognised for ‘Outstanding Achievement’ at industry awards
12th July 2012Industry standards body Motor Codes has been recognised for its ‘Outstanding Achievement’ at the Motor Trader Awards. The accolade recognises the organisation’s recent achievements having been granted full approval by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) in November... continued
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Motor Codes supports drive for consumer confidence at Trading Standards Conference
19th June 2012Reflecting its position as the nationwide provider of OFT-approved codes of practice for the automotive industry, Motor Codes is exhibiting at this year's annual Trading Standards Conference, Manchester Central Convention Complex, 25-28 June. In a year that has seen a signif... continued
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New Motor Codes video - find out how we can help you
18th June 2012Motor Codes is all about providing peace of mind for motorists. Take a look at this short video to find out about our network and how our expert, independent advice team can help you. In short, we're here to make sure you can find a local garage that's committed to... continued
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Motor Codes insight on consumer experience at SMMT International Automotive Summit
13th June 2012Motor Codes managing director, Chris Mason, joined industry experts at the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders International Automotive Summit yesterday - a 250-strong gathering of the automotive industry's most influential leaders, meeting to discuss the key issues affecting the future gro... continued
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Network Sales and Marketing Manager
8th June 2012Network Sales & Marketing Manager Outline of the Job: To gain new business and retain current Motor Codes subscribers To promote and market Motor Codes business benefits to subscribers To develop and deploy a strategic approach to subscriber retention and customer relat... continued
