A SWINDON-based garage has been crowned the Best Garage in South West at the second annual WhoCanFixMyCar.com Garage Awards.

There were 51 nominees for 18 categories – chosen out of more than 10,900 garages and mechanics registered onsite, and the ceremony was held in Birmingham last night.

Plaister Autos in Dunbeath Road picked up Best Garage in South West, having completed more than 400 jobs through WhoCanFixMyCar.com, gaining 4.9 out of 5 stars from its customers.

Plaister Autos was up against Vehicle Solutions Cheltenham and J&J Vehicle Engineering in Cricklade for the award.

WhoCanFixMyCar.com is the biggest car service and repair marketplace in the UK. It has a network of more than 10,900 garages where drivers can compare quotes, reviews and accreditations of the best local garages online, before booking their car in for a service or repair.

Ian Griffiths, co-founder of WhoCanFixMyCar.com, said: “Plaister Autos is an incredible garage and deserved this award for the great customer service and work they provide. The Garage Awards demonstrate that there are exceptional garages throughout the UK that deserved to be celebrated. Their dedication and hard work is being recognisedand we’re proud of all of the winners.”

“I also want to say well done to Vehicle Solutions Cheltenham and J&J Vehicle Engineering, both brilliant garages and businesses that made the shortlist, I’m sure they’ll be back competing in next year’s awards!”

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