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Suzuki goes an extra mile for customer warranties

28th March 2023

Suzuki owners can extend their car's warranty, under the firm's new 'Service Activated Warranty' scheme,  by having it serviced by a Suzuki dealer... Suzuki tells us... As ‘The Trusted Car brand for those who are proud to be different’ Suzuki GB PLC is very pleased to announce the imminent introduction of its Service Activated Warranty Scheme. Launching to customers on April 3rd, Service … [Read more...]

10 Year anniversary of The Motor Ombudsman Vehicle Warranty Products Code

27th July 2019

The Motor Ombudsman commemorates 10-year anniversary of the launch of its Vehicle Warranty Products Code. The Motor Industry Code of Practice for Vehicle Warranty Products was launched to the public on 14 July 2009 to drive up standards beyond those required by law for the provision of automotive warranties. It replaced the Mechanical Breakdown Insurance (MBI) Code and extended the level … [Read more...]

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