Car Friend providing Vehicle Services in Norton Canes
Gemma & Matt Friend established Car Friend in Norton Canes in 2012, to complement their existing, very successful business, TrackToys.
We are a multi-award-winning independent garage carrying out repairs, maintenance and MOTs on all makes and models. Our customer-focused ethos, attention to detail and simple passion for what we do is widely known across Staffordshire. Highly Commended by the Motor Ombudsman in their Garage Star Awards in 2020, we are the obvious choice when your car or van needs some TLC.
Servicesure
Servicesure is a UK-wide network of highly-respected independent garages.
All members of this network must meet strict criteria and an inspection to be awarded membership and Car Friend were very proud to have been accepted in 2020. We must adhere to their strict Code of Conduct across our customer service and standard of workmanship. We also offer their Brakesure, Batterysure and Oilsure initiatives, providing eligible customers with free brake pads and shoes, batteries and oils for life. The highest standards and peace of mind are guaranteed when you choose Car Friend.
Payment Assist
Car Friend understand that a large bill for vehicle maintenance or repairs can often be unexpected.
Payment Assist allows our customers to spread their bill over 4 or 6 months, interest-free, and lots of our customers take advantage of this easy way to take the pressure off their finances. Choose to split car repair bills over 4 or 6 months, no credit check for bills less than £1000, no fees and no interest. Ask any of our staff for more details.
TrackToys Racing
TrackToys is where it all started for us over 20 years ago.
Transferring our skills and years of experience working on high performance and modified race and track cars was a natural progression and so, Car Friend was born. TrackToys still provides the full gamut of services from a simple modification or performance enhancement, to a complete build, along with full trackside support. The possibilities are endless so check out our dedicated TrackToys website…
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The most important maintenance item in your engine is the cambelt (also known as the timing belt). The cambelt’s job is to keep the camshaft and crank timed as it should be. Over time the cambelt will stretch and as a result the engine timing may get delayed. To avoid nasty surprises, you should have your cambelt checked annually.
Vital for the health of your car, we recommend a service every 12,000 miles or every 12 months whichever comes first. See your car’s service book for more information on service intervals or call us on 01543 27 60 60 for expert advice and a fixed price.
Car Friend offer both performance testing and in-depth inspection of your vehicle’s shock absorbers and suspension system. Your shocks are not just vital safety components, they are key to maintaining proper performance (not to mention passing your MOT). Any faulty parts found can be repaired or replaced with high quality components at our workshop here in Norton Canes, ensuring both the safety and maximum performance of your vehicle for years to come.
Auto-electrics is the diagnosis and repair of electrical faults in cars and other vehicles. At our fully equipped site in Norton Canes, we are able to find and fix all electrical faults.
If you have a yellow warning light on your dash, this means that there is something not working correctly so bring your car into our team at Car Friend and we can diagnose and repair the fault for you. If you see a red warning light on your dash, the problem may be more serious so please don’t drive your car – call Car Friend and we’ll advise you how to proceed.
We are renowned locally and further afield as the area’s leading independent garage for all makes and models. We’re just off the M6 in Norton Canes, and serve customers in Cannock, Burntwood, Hednesford, Little Wyrley, Great Wyrley, Brownhills, Clayhanger and Hammerwich as well as Norton Canes.
Our workshop is conveniently located in Norton Canes, just off the M6, and is equipped with every tool and machine our mechanics could need or want, to ensure the work they do is of the highest standards in the shortest time possible.
Car Friend hold Motor Ombudsman accreditation and are proud to be a Servicesure member garage. This membership allows us to offer our customers their Nationwide Warranty and their Brakesure, Batterysure and Oilsure initiatives. In addition, we offer Class 4 and 7 MOTs, diagnostics, servicing, electrics, tyres (including tracking and laser wheel alignment) and everything in between.
Find Us
Unit 9 Norton Canes Business Park
Norton Green Lane
Norton Canes, Cannock
Staffordshire
WS11 9SS
01543 27 60 60
Opening Times
- Monday 09:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
- Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
- Friday 09:00 - 17:00
- Saturday By Appointment
- Sunday Closed
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