Larry Fallowfield: Motor Trade Association Dealer Expert on whether you have to service your car at a dealer to maintain your warranty

About this episode

Larry Fallowfield discusses whether servicing a car at a dealer is necessary to maintain its warranty.

Do you have to get your car serviced by the dealer to avoid voiding the warranty?   While you don't necessarily have to, manufacturers require specific equipment and supplies to be used during the servicing process, and using alternatives can impact the warranty. The independent mechanic also has to adhere to the servicing schedule and keep complete documentation.  Motor Trade Association Dealer Expert Larry Fellowfield told Kerre Woodham that while dealerships often cost more than independent mechanics, it comes down to the specific training and equipment they’re required to have.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Kerre Woodham

Guest: Larry Fallowfield

Topics covered

• car servicing
• warranty
• dealerships vs independent mechanics
• Motor Trade Association
• automotive maintenance

Keywords

• car warranty
• servicing
• dealership
• independent mechanic
• Motor Trade Association

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Motor Trade Association

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