Halfords has taken its rapid-service garage concept to Lancashire, reopening its Chorley autocentre on Castle Street as the 50th “new-look” site in the rollout. The scheme equips each branch with modern bays, digital booking tools and separate Customer and Workshop Managers so motorists get clearer answers and quicker repairs.
By splitting customer liaison from workshop control, Halfords says jobs are triaged faster and progress is easier to track.
Extra ramps and diagnostic tools increase daily capacity, helping local drivers secure same-week slots even at peak times.
The Chorley facility is part of Halfords’ nationwide estate of more than 600 garages, stores and mobile vans, giving the chain a sizeable footprint in the UK aftermarket.
Managing Director of Garages Adam Pay says the refits are about “speed, convenience and reassurance”. The strategy also reflects wider pressures on independent workshops: rising EV adoption requires new skills and equipment, while drivers expect app-based booking and transparent quotes.
• Shorter lead times for MOTs, servicing and tyre replacements
• Clearer hand-overs thanks to a single point of contact
• Ongoing access to Halfords’ national guarantees and service plans
"These new-look garages are about delivering speed, convenience, and reassurance for customers – backed by a brilliant team of experts and a refreshed environment that puts service first."
Adam Pay Managing Director of Garages
Fleet operators and private motorists alike are demanding fast-turnaround tyre checks and EV-ready servicing. Halfords’ investment in dedicated managers mirrors a broader shift towards tech-enabled, customer-first garages, critical as connected cars and electric drivetrains reduce routine workshop visits but heighten expectations for specialist support.
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