Elite Garages Newport
Open Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm, Sat 8:30am-4:00pm
Contact us on 01983 685340
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Elite Garages Newport: 44-50 South Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1JG
Welcome to your Elite Garages Newport, located at 44-50 South Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1JG. Whether you need an MOT, a Car service, Tyres, an Exhaust or Air conditioning regas, vehicle safety check or a cambelt replacement, the team at Elite Garages Newport is eager to assist in any way they can.
Elite Garages Newport – Now Open!!
Elite Garages opened our first site in the Isle of Wight on 19th April 2022. The Newport site became our 16th vehicle repair centre in the Elite Garages group. The Newport branch is overseen by Area Manager Mark Stevens who already manages branches in Portsmouth, Brighton and Pulborough. He had the following to say about the new service centre:
“We’re excited to be opening in the Isle of Wight. The central location in Newport means it’s easy to leave your vehicle with us, or you can enjoy our free customer WiFi whilst waiting for your vehicle. We have brand new, state-of-the-art equipment in our workshop and a spacious, modern waiting room for our customers.”
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Elite Garages opened its new Newport site today (19-4-22)
The new garage is located on the former ATS site at 44-50 South Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1JG, directly opposite Morrisons. Elite Garages has been a family-run business for more than 60 years, with three generations of the family working together, and Newport is their 16th vehicle repair centre.
Richard Whittemore, managing director, said: “We pride ourselves in being a local garage which delivers the personal touch you would expect from a family business… Read More
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Latest Article: Opening special offers include a FREE MOT with a Premium Service and 15% off brakes and clutches. They are also offering £10 off when you buy 4 Rapid tyres, or £5 off when you buy 2 Rapid tyres. Customers can also book a FREE Spring Vehicle Check, where Elite Garages will check your tyres, battery, coolant, wiper blades, lights and more all for free! Read More
TEL: 01983 685340
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A spokesperson for Elite Garages said:
“We see huge potential in the Newport site, which will offer a range of automotive services including MOTs, tyres, servicing, free checks, batteries, exhausts, clutches, wheel alignment, brakes and other mechanical repairs. The site will also offer electric vehicle servicing. Read more…
A Leading MOT And Service Centre In Newport (IOW)
Mark’s team includes friendly, professional and highly skilled vehicle technicians and MOT testers Pete (manager), Jason (assistant manager), Elliot, Adam, James and Tyler . Branch manager Pete Hayward has lived on the Isle of Wight for over 30 years and is excited to be managing the new site, to which he added:
“We’re looking forward to meeting lots of new customers and providing the Elite service on the Isle of Wight! We offer a great range of services and vehicle repairs, servicing all makes and models. We also have a fantastic team with a combined experience of over 100 years.”
What Services Are Available At Elite Garages Newport?
We see huge potential in the Newport site, which offers a range of automotive services including MOTs, tyres, servicing, free checks, batteries, exhausts, clutches, wheel alignment, brakes and other mechanical repairs. The site also offers electric vehicle servicing and customers will benefit from plenty of on-site parking at the front for easy vehicle drop-offs. They get a large number of MOT bookings with the earliest slots at 8:30 am.
Elite Garages has been a family-run business for over 50 years, with 3 generations of the family working together. Elite Garages pride themselves on being a local garage that delivers the personal touch you would expect from a family business. We have a very loyal customer base across all our branches, with customers returning for our competitive prices and friendly, trustworthy service.
Tyre Fitment Centre Newport
Since your tyres are the only components in contact with the road surface, it’s vital to ensure the correct tread level and tyre pressure. The Elite Garages Newport tyre fitment centre has many different customers who are often looking for tyres where some enquire about matching their current set of tyres. We stock a wide range of budget, mid-range and performance tyres for cars of all makes and models.
When customers ask about tyres, the Newport team is always happy to answer any questions they may have and will always recommend the best for their budget and driving requirements. If you need new tyres or would like a tyre safety check, our Newport tyre fitment centre can help!
Who Visits The Newport MOT and Service Centre?
With the site in such a great location, the incredibly high level of service and competitive pricing, it’s no surprise the Newport MOT and service centre has already made a name for itself. Customers come from all of the Isle of Wight, including Newport, Cowes, Ryde, Sandown, Shanklin and Yarmouth. Some customers live somewhere else on the island but might work near Newport, so bring their car in as well. We also have customers who travel from other areas of the island after someone referred them to us.
We like to serve all customers, from all over the island and would happily open accounts with various companies and groups. One such example is servicing vehicles for the Isle of Wight Car Girls. For any enquiries for groups, fleets etc., please email us directly at newport@elitegarages.co.uk The Newport garage also offers an NHS discount for Blue Light Card holders on specified services. Please ask in-store for more details.
Need a Trusted Service and MOT Centre in Newport?
We could not have chosen a better location as the Newport garage is in the centre of town directly opposite a large Morrisons store where you can grab a coffee, lunch or anything else you need. On the other side of the road is a Samaritans store and an Events store. Since it’s only a few minutes from the high street with a large variety of shops and restaurants, you can leave your car with us and enjoy some shopping or a bite to eat in Newport.
FAQ At Newport MOT and Service Centre
Customers have many questions about cars in general but mostly about MOTs, services and tyres which Mark and his team are happy to answer. So, here are some of the most FAQs at Elite Garages Newport.
Click the + to read any answer or visit our FAQ page to review the most frequently asked questions across all our Elite Locations. If you click on a ‘Category’ or ‘Tag’ link, the page will ‘refresh’ and reload the page showing the top of the page first, you’ll then just need to scroll down to the FAQ section to see the results for the Category or Tag you selected.
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Winter Tyres
Winter tyres provide superior traction and control in cold conditions, especially when temperatures drop below 7°C. They have deeper tread patterns and softer rubber compounds, which allow them to perform better on snow, ice, and wet roads. All-season tyres, while versatile and convenient, don’t match the specialised performance of winter tyres in extreme winter conditions, but they are a good option for milder climates where extreme cold is less common.
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Winter Tyres
Even though the legal minimum tread depth in the UK is 1.6mm, it’s recommended to replace tyres once they reach 3mm, especially during winter. A deeper tread provides better grip on wet and icy roads, improving tyre safety. Regular checks at a tyre garage or a free inspection at Elite Garages can help determine if you need a tyre replacement.
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Winter Driving Tips
An emergency car kit should include items such as a first aid kit, flashlight with spare batteries, mobile phone charger, jumper cables, reflective triangles, ice scraper and snow brush, non-clumping kitty litter for traction on icy roads, blanket or sleeping bag for warmth in case of an unexpected breakdown and a shovel.
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Winter Driving Tips
You should avoid leaving items in a car during the winter months, as cold temperatures can damage or ruin them due to freezing. This includes electronics like laptops and cell phones, liquids such as beverages or fluids for your car, medications, food items like fruit and vegetables, and plastic or rubber parts.
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Winter Driving Tips
There are several things you should check on your car before the start of winter to make sure it is in good condition and ready for the colder weather. This includes checking your battery, antifreeze, tyre pressure and tread, car brakes and all your fluid levels (engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant and power steering). Book your winter safety check now!
In simple terms, budget tyres are the cheapest and often don’t last as long or hold up as well as mid-range or premium tyres. Mid-range seems to be the happy medium as they provide better grip and longevity which is only superseded by the more expensive, premium tyres that offer even better performance, including Bridgestone.
If the damaged area on the tyre is larger than 6 mm, and on the sidewall, you should not get a repair and rather opt for a replacement tyre.
Rapids are also budget tyres but they are more high-end and rated as premium economy. Whilst they provide more grip than standard budget tyres, Rapids don’t perform as well as a good quality mid-range or premium tyre. However, Rapid tyres do offer a great in-between offering quality and value for money.
No, as part-worn tyres are not safe and there is no guarantee they won’t fail.
We can usually repair punctures if they are on the central part of the tyre (the middle three-quarters). If a puncture occurs outside this area and near the tyre sidewall, a repair is unlikely and you should get it replaced.
We will always try and explain this in detail, providing all the pros and cons. Put simply, budget tyres are the cheapest and often don’t last as long or hold up as well as mid-range and premium tyres. Mid-range seems to be the happy medium as they provide better grip and longevity which is only superseded by the more expensive, premium tyres that offer even better performance.
In the UK and Europe, the legal tyre tread depth for cars is 1.6 mm around the tyre circumference and the central three quarters. However, most tyre experts recommend replacing your tyres when the tread depth is at 3 mm for better braking distances.
In short, you should nearly always fit four of the same tyres to your car. The size will be stated by your vehicle manufacturer.