Hybrid working drives up demand for home servicing
A new survey has found that remote and hybrid working has increased demand among drivers to have their vehicles serviced at home.
Recent AA polling of 12,433 drivers found that 63% of 18 to 24-year-olds and 52% of 25-34-year-olds would choose to have their car serviced at home.
Meanwhile, separate AA research revealed that 32% of drivers have delayed or ignored a required car repair that was not considered urgent when reported, with the inconvenience of booking at a workshop and being without a vehicle cited as a contributing factor.
Matt Bedford, managing director, AA Car Care, said: “We’ve become used to everyday services coming to us. We can have our weekly shop delivered to the doorstep, order dinner from our phone and have countless other products arrive the next day, so there’s no reason why servicing your car should always mean taking time out of your day to visit a garage.
“For busy drivers, at-home servicing offers a practical and convenient alternative. Instead of travelling to and from a garage or waiting for work to be completed, drivers can get on with their normal routine while an experienced mechanic services their car on the driveway or at their workplace.
“Regular servicing is one of the best ways to help reduce the risk of an unexpected breakdown. Identifying worn components or potential problems early can improve reliability and help drivers avoid more expensive repairs later on.
“As winter approaches and temperatures begin to fall, now is a sensible time to make sure your vehicle is ready for colder weather and the tougher driving conditions ahead.”
