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Vertu Honda Stockton
Physical Garage
Preston Farm, Concorde Way, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 3SE
Vertu Honda service departments offer an honest and fair car service in partnership with Motor Industry Code of Practice. Our car service receptionists have expert knowledge and can offer advice on car servicing and repairs. We have heavily invested in the latest diagnostic technology to ensure we solve any problem with your vehicle correctly and in a timely manner. Combine this with the investment we have made in training to ensure we have the expertise to repair any problem and the best technicians carrying out any required work on your vehicle; we can confidently say that we can reduce your anticipated labour costs dramatically.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£125
4.86 (203 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage’s friendly, helpful staff, clear communication—often via video health checks—fast turnaround and the complimentary wash and hoover, with many saying it represents good value for a main dealer. A small number of reviewers mention upselling or rising prices and a few isolated quality or billing issues (including one report of missed work), but such complaints are uncommon compared with the broad positive feedback.
Bristol Street Motornation Stockton
Physical Garage
Preston Farm Industrial Estate, Yarm Road, Stockton-On-Tees, TS18 3RT
Here at Bristol Street Motornation Stockton service department we offer an honest and fair car service in partnership with Motor Industry Code of Practice. Our car service receptionists have expert knowledge and can offer advice on car servicing and repairs. We have heavily invested in the latest diagnostic technology to ensure we solve any problem with your vehicle correctly and in a timely manner. Combine this with the investment we have made in training to ensure we have the expertise to repair any problem and the best technicians carrying out any required work on your vehicle; we can confidently say that we can reduce your anticipated la
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£125
4.42 (75 reviews)
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Most customers are positive, with many five‑star reviews praising friendly, professional staff (Charmaine and Sophie are repeatedly mentioned), easy digital booking and good value compared with main dealers. Frequent strengths cited are clear updates and video health checks, complimentary washes/valets and efficient MOTs/services. A minority report inconsistent communication, delays, unexpected or inflated repair quotes (including claims of unnecessary work), occasional billing issues and a lack of a proper customer waiting area.
Premier Tyres & Autocare.
Physical Garage
32 Light Pipe Hall Road, Stockton On Tees, TS18 4AH
Premier Tyres and Autocare Stockton provides professional, reliable car and van servicing including repairs, tyres and wheel alignment at competitive, affordable prices throughout Stockton, Middlesbrough, Thornaby, Billingham, Redcar, Hartlepool and Teesside area at a budget to suit you.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£75
4.99 (26 reviews)
HIQ Tyres & Autocare Stockton
Physical Garage
Unit 6 & 7 Task Road, Task Road industrial Estate, Stockton On Tees, TS18 2ES
We're a proud family run business bringing top quality service to the Stockton community from the latest diagnostic equiptment to expert tyre fitting, we've got your vehicle covered. We're are also a certified Goodyear dealer - enjoy peace of mind with the Goodyear tyre warranty. Drive in today for trusted, friendly service you can rely on!
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£95
4.98 (23 reviews)
Teesdale Tyre & Auto Centre
Physical Garage
STATION STREET, TEESDALE, THORNABY, TS17 6AG
Teesdale Tyre & Auto Centre are a family run independent business. They are experts in MOT, car servicing, engine diagnostics, exhausts, brakes and clutches. They aim to give excellent service and workmanship, whilst keeping the cost to the customer down. We offer a collection/delivery service locally and have a reception area with, tv, laptop, free wifi and a drinks machine. We work to an approved trading standards code of practice.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£69
4.92 (44 reviews)
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, with most reviews awarding five stars and many saying they’ll return or recommend the garage. Praise centres on friendly, knowledgeable staff, clear communication, quick turnarounds (often same-day) and a convenient collection/return service that represents good value. Minor grumbles mention an occasional online booking glitch, the odd missed call about readiness, and a few comments that some work can be a little pricey.
Autoklasse Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 19 E/F Dukesway, Teesside Ind Est, Thornaby, Stockton on Tees, TS17 9LT
AutoKlasse have been steadily building a reputation for quality work at reasonable prices including a full MOT service and all makes and models. Feel the comfort of booking online.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£59
4.79 (33 reviews)
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive about Autoklasse, frequently praising friendly, knowledgeable staff, quick turnaround for MOTs and services, clear communication and good value for money. A handful of reviewers reported problems — most notably an air‑con re‑gas that stopped working the same day, some inconsistency in staff politeness and the odd terse experience — but such complaints are rare compared with the many five‑star reports.
An air conditioning system controls the temperature in a car and works in a similar way to a kitchen refrigerator. When the fluid inside such appliances (also called refrigerant) changes from a liquid state to a gas, it cools down. Outside air is blown past the coils in which the gas flows, and is therefore also cooled before it is blown into the car’s cabin. The air con gas then returns to liquid form in the system's compressor, heating it up, but the resulting warm air is directed outside the car.
Air conditioning in a car serves two purposes. It cools down the interior of a car, dramatically so if needed, which improves passenger comfort and prevents the type of heat-related irritability that may lead to an accident. Also, because air conditioners generate air that is less humid than outside air, it can be used to demist a fogged-up windscreen more quickly than when air is blown out of a standard ventilation system. This might also prevent an accident from occurring.
A simple check of the temperature of the air emanating from an air conditioning vent will tell you if the refrigerant needs a recharge - some garages use the term 're-gas'. A warm air temperature would suggest that the refrigerant is low or old. Manufacturers typically recommend a recharge no matter what every couple of years to keep the system running efficiently; this involves topping up or refilling the system with fresh refrigerant. This may be all that is needed, but an efficient air conditioning system also needs to be serviced occasionally. If the refrigerant is replaced but the air conditioning system does not seem to be operating properly, either due to warm air or low system pressure, an air conditioning service will be required.
If the pressure in the air conditioning system is particularly low, there might be a leak. This can be checked during an air conditioning service that manufacturers suggest performing every 3-4 years. As well as a test for leaks and the inspection of refrigerant levels, the condenser, the compressor, the hoses and the drive belts are checked. The service also involves a cleaning to take any contaminants, bacteria or moisture out of the system before any new refrigerant is added, followed by a full recharge. It is important to note that an air conditioning service is not included in routine car services but has to be booked separately. Remember to do so because an inefficient air conditioner places greater demands on a car’s engine and requires more fuel to generate cool air, not to mention that any resident bacteria might cause illness.
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How can you save money (and the environment) while you drive?
As every garage owner will tell you, there are some tried and tested ways to cut down on your petrol costs (and consumption) while you’re out and about in Stockton-on-Tees or beyond. One is to shut your windows. If you can hear that wind noise in your car it’s costing you more to drive. This is because the car becomes less aerodynamic and has to work harder to motor along. Removing a roof rack will improve your fuel efficiency for the same reason. Another useful tip is to combine short trips into one; each time you drive after your car has been parked for a while the engine will be cold and need to use a lot more fuel for the first 5 miles or so. If you do one trip from school drop-off to supermarket to office you’ll use far less fuel than if you do all those trips individually.
