Some car owners opt for independent workshops

But many still go to authorised centres despite removal of servicing and repair curbs in vehicle warranties

Car owners who take their vehicles to independent workshops will no longer have their warranties voided. These workshops say their business has seen a small boost.
Car owners who take their vehicles to independent workshops will no longer have their warranties voided. These workshops say their business has seen a small boost. ST PHOTO: ALPHONSUS CHERN
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Now that they do not have to worry about having their car warranties voided by authorised dealers, some motorists are opting to take their vehicles to independent workshops.

These workshops say such customers are only starting to trickle in as many owners still stick to authorised service and repair centres.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on April 23, 2018, with the headline Some car owners opt for independent workshops. Subscribe