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Wales is a corner of the UK that often goes overlooked by holidaymakers, yet this wonderful part of the country is home to a host of glorious countryside, sandy beaches and historic towns. Wales is best known for the popular BBC comedy Gavin and Stacey, so it will come as…

Thursday 5th August 2021

Exploring the UK by Motorhome: Which are the best places to check out?

There is nothing quite like buying your own motorhome and heading out onto the open road to enjoy it. The sense of freedom this brings plus the chance it offers to go where you want, when you want is amazing. Once you have picked up the keys to your new…

Wednesday 28th July 2021

When Should a Car Accident be Reported?

Being in a car accident can be a very upsetting and scary experience – whether you are the driver, passenger, or pedestrian passing by. If you are ever in a car accident, you should try your best to remain as calm as possible so you can deal with the situation…

Friday 18th June 2021

How can I cancel your car insurance?

A car insurance policy can be a lot to commit too. Generally, car insurance policies are worked out on an annual basis, but there may be reasons that lead you to want to cancel your car insurance earlier. Can you actually do it, and if so how do you go…

Monday 7th June 2021

How Do I Know When My Car Needs to be Serviced?

Getting your car serviced regularly is very important if you want to keep it running reliably. There are some very easy ways you can tell it’s time for your vehicle to be serviced, and if you want your vehicle to be dependable, you shouldn’t ignore them. Check the service schedule…

Monday 17th May 2021

Tips for Keeping your Car Maintenance-Free when not in use

As more and more people begin to work from home, many of us are making fewer journeys. For a large group of people, their regular daily commute now may be made only a few times a week, or may not be being made at all. If your journey to work…

Sunday 9th May 2021

2021 UK Highway Code Changes

The Highway Code has been setting out rules, guidance and advice for UK road users since 1931. Over this time, it has proved invaluable in keeping UK roads safer and making them simpler to navigate for drivers. Having one standard set of rules to follow makes it much easier to…

Tuesday 6th April 2021

What Are The UK’s Most Stolen Cars?

The car is one of the more significant investments that most people will make in their lifetime, second usually only to their home. Having your vehicle stolen is always a miserable experience, particularly when you think about how much we spend on our cars. Compiled by the insurance company Tracker,…

Tuesday 6th April 2021

What is E10 fuel and Can You use It?

For those of you who already sit in a quandary over the different fuel options available, and what’s best for your precious set of wheels, along comes another variety to add to the mix. E10 comes into our world this summer, September to be exact. But there’s no need to…

Friday 5th March 2021

Which should I choose comprehensive or third party insurance?

The cost of car insurance means it’s common sense to shop around and find the best-priced policy, with the level of cover you need. It’s not all about the price though. The decision to choose a comprehensive policy, or third-party car insurance, can make a big difference if you ever…

Friday 5th March 2021

What Are The Cheapest Cars to Insure in 2021?

Your choice of car is one of the key factors behind how much you will pay for car insurance. You can hardly alter how old you are or even where you live, so one of the best ways to keep running costs low is to pick a model from one…

Thursday 28th January 2021

What can I do if I have outstanding finance on a car I have bought?

Have you recently bought a car which has outstanding finance on it? If you have, you need to take action fast. If you don’t and you continue to use it with outstanding finance on it, you could end up losing the car and the entire car payment. This will obviously…

Wednesday 6th January 2021

How Can I Save Money On My Car?

There’s no getting around the fact that cars are expensive – even “cheap” cars can cause a considerable drain on your resources. The issue is that using public transport might not be appropriate for your circumstances, or with the amount you travel may not work out being any cheaper. As…

Tuesday 24th November 2020

What Are The UK Car Tax Bands?

If you’re going to drive your car on the road you need to think about car tax. It’s officially called VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), but you will most likely have heard it referred to as car tax or road tax. Car tax is split up into categories, or “bands” depending…

Tuesday 24th November 2020

Which Cars are Stolen the Most in the UK?

Thievery in the ‘good old days’ There was a time when the car most likely to be stolen was probably a Ford Escort or Cortina. Joyriders were the most prevalent culprits and your motor was likely to be found burned out in some remote layby, married to a lamp-post or…

Thursday 29th October 2020

Which Engine Size is Best?

If you’ve ever tried to buy a car, new or used, you’ll know that finding the perfect engine size for you can be difficult. It’s important to understand the benefits and drawbacks of both larger and smaller engines, to help you make up your mind which is best for you.…

Wednesday 28th October 2020

Should I Buy a Car Warranty?

Many car dealerships and manufacturers offer warranties on their cars to protect you if something goes wrong, but did you know that you can also but separate warranties that will extend the cover you receive as standard? These warranties can protect various aspects of your car and can help you…

Monday 28th September 2020

Our Year in Review

Tottington Motor Company has had an exciting year this year. We have settled into our new premises after moving in 2016 to Eton Business Park, Radcliffe, M26 2ZS. It was in May 2016 we moved to our state-of-the-art workshop and new forecourt and showroom and having spent a full year…

Thursday 21st December 2017

TMC Motorhomes To Become The First Rollerteam Dealership In Manchester

Radcliffe, Greater Manchester – Well-established family run company Tottingham Motor Company is to launch a brand new sister company, TMC Motorhomes, which will become the first Rollerteam dealership in Manchester. MD Jason Mawdsley has travelled to Italy to see the Rollerteam factory which has given him a wealth of knowledge…

Tuesday 5th September 2017

Standard Winter Safety Check Price Reduction

We’ve reduced the price of our standard winter check to £24.99. Every winter vehicle check includes: A thorough inspection of your vehicle’s critical systems, including your tyres, lighting, wipers, brakes, exhaust, steering, suspension, fluid levels and battery charge. A top up of your key fluids (as required), up to 500ml…

Friday 11th November 2016

We’re Hiring a Part Qualified Vehicle Technician

Job description: A fantastic and exciting opportunity has recently arisen for a NVQ Level 2 or 3 Vehicle Technician to join Tottington Motor Company, a 40 year established and well respected family run independent used car sales business, MOT testing station and service centre, now based in our purpose built…

Tuesday 30th August 2016

Fully Qualified Vehicle Technician

Job description: Due to internal promotion, a fantastic and exciting opportunity has recently arisen for a Vehicle Technician to join Tottington Motor Company, a 40 year established and well respected family run independent used car sales business, MOT testing station and service centre, now based in our purpose built premises…

Tuesday 30th August 2016

Academy Group Merges with Tottington Motor Company

On 1st May 2016 Tottington Motor Company Limited re-located to our purpose-built premises here at Eton Business Park, Radcliffe, Manchester and the integration of the new team began. As a result, Academy Group has been merged into Tottington Motor Company in order to streamline the business. The full integration of the…

Thursday 5th May 2016