Fix Auto UK continues its strategic growth with the addition of Fix Auto Pembrokeshire, a long-established, family-run, repair centre located in one of the furthest points in West Wales.
This appointment further reinforces and strengthens the Group’s reach across the UK, bringing its level of service repair to one of the most expansive geographic areas yet.
Formerly known as Withybush Coachworks Ltd, the business was formed in 1963 and has remained within the same family ever since. The current manager, Adrian Haworth, ran the business alongside his father, Dave, for 11 years before his retirement and has been in sole charge for the last 26 years.
Strategically, the 8,000 sq ft centre is perfectly positioned between Fix Auto Swansea and Fix Auto Aberystwyth, serving communities spanning Pembroke, Haverfordwest, Milford Haven, Fishguard and Cardigan.
Situated in a region synonymous with stunning coastlines and rural communities, Fix Auto Pembrokeshire holds a unique position in the network— as it’s Fix Auto UK’s only repair centre to carry the name of a ‘shire’ – which reflects the geographical expanse the site is willing to serve.
While Adrian continues to oversee the business, he is accompanied by his three sons, Will, his assistant manager and VDA, Laurie, who manages front of house and customer liaison and panel technician Joe. Four further productives ensure up to 20 vehicles a week are repaired, with scope to increase.
In order to join the network and meet the prerequisite requirements, namely BSI10125 certification, Adrian has invested significantly in equipment and specific training.
“We have happily gone about our business for decades,” said Adrian, “and have forged an unrivalled reputation throughout our community for repairing vehicles to the highest standards possible. I am extremely proud of the craftsmanship here but, if I’m being truthful, we are isolated here in West Wales, and I believe we needed to be part of an organisation to future proof the business. The help and guidance provided by the Fix Auto team will undoubtedly elevate us into the 21st century.
“I am not getting any younger and I am extremely fortunate to have my sons in the business, I want them to adopt the latest management techniques and expertise to secure their, and the business’s, future.”
Fix Auto UK’s Operations Director Mark Hutchins, added: “Bringing Fix Auto Pembrokeshire into the network is yet another significant step for us in our quest to continually grow and develop the network. Adrian has to be proud of the business that has been his lifeblood for decades but, he recognises, the time is now right to be part of a larger organisation where he and his team can feed off and work with an organisation of like-minded repairers which is where we’re able to support them.”
Notes to Editors:
- Fix Auto UK is part of a global franchised network of more than 780 bodyshops.
- Fix Auto UK carries out more than 150,000 body repairs per year for leading motor insurance companies, fleets, and retail customers.
- Fix Auto UK, Lyndale House, Harcourt Way, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1WL. Tel: 0116 3265401.
- Fix Auto UK’s Portfolio of wholly owned repair centres comprises Fix Auto Daventry, Fix Auto Colwyn Bay, Fix Auto Barnsley, Fix Auto Crawley, Fix Auto Paignton, Fix Auto Liverpool South, Fix Auto Castleford, Fix Auto Newport, Fix Auto Henley-on-Thames, Fix Auto Blackpool and Fix Auto Edinburgh West. The Network also holds a majority shares in Fix Auto Goole and Fix Auto Cheltenham.
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Fix Auto Pembrokeshire , Unit 6, East Estate, Haverfordwest, SA62 4BW. Tel: 01437 762642.
ABOUT FIX AUTO
Fix Auto Collision is part of the Fix Network which is Canada’s largest automotive aftermarket services provider. Celebrating more than 30 years of excellence, each Fix Auto Collision centre is owned and operated locally offering hassle-free care and services that return vehicles to their pre-collision luster and performance. With more than 285 locations in Canada and 675 points of service worldwide, Fix Auto Collision is the premier global body shop network. For more information, visit www.fixauto.com.
ABOUT FIX NETWORK
Fix Network is a global leader in the automotive aftermarket services sector, consisting of Fix Auto Collision, Fix Auto Service, NOVUS Glass, ProColor Collision, Speedy Auto Service, Speedy Glass USA and SRP brands. Our locally owned and operated collision, glass and mechanical repair facilities offer hassle-free vehicle care and services. Our company and our network continue to grow nationally and globally, thanks to a solid foundation based on entrepreneurship and innovation. With more than 2,000 points of service around the world, Fix Network is the premier global automotive aftermarket services solution. In the United States, Mondofix Inc. has granted an exclusive license to 79411 USA LLC to the Fix Auto Collision brand. For more information, visit www.fixnetwork.com.
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