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Commercial Vehicle Maintenance Experts in Banbury
Peter Haines Engineers has served the Banbury area for over five decades, establishing a reputation for excellence in commercial vehicle maintenance. Under the leadership of Jason and Mandy, the business continues its tradition of quality, combining extensive technical expertise with a commitment to customer satisfaction. Our team of fully qualified technicians brings decades of combined experience to every project, ensuring vehicles meet the highest safety and reliability standards. We prioritise transparency, offering clear communication about required work and providing opportunities for customers to inspect replaced parts.Our investment in advanced diagnostic equipment and comprehensive workshop facilities enables us to deliver efficient, cost-effective solutions for commercial fleets, horseboxes, and smaller vehicles. With a focus on minimising downtime, we offer MOT preparation, routine maintenance, and 24-hour breakdown cover for existing customers. Our longstanding relationships with clients, built through word-of-mouth recommendations, reflect our dedication to professional service and technical excellence. As an independent family business, we maintain the values of honesty and expertise that have defined our operations since 1970.
Services
MOT Preparation
Routine Maintenance
Vehicle Repairs
Full Servicing
24 Hour Breakdown
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years' experience servicing commercial vehicles in Banbury
- Our team includes HGV technicians with 30+ years' specialist expertise
- Quality assurance processes ensure vehicles meet strict safety standards
- Transparent communication about required work and costs
- Family-run business maintaining long-term customer relationships
Services
MOT Preparation
We prepare HGVs for official testing through comprehensive checks and necessary repairs. Our preparation includes annual brake and smoke tests, with vehicle cleaning available upon request. With three-day preparation periods allowing for additional work, we ensure vehicles meet all regulatory requirements before off-site testing.
Routine Maintenance
Regular maintenance and inspections keep commercial vehicles roadworthy and compliant. Our qualified technicians perform scheduled servicing for fleets and individual vehicles, using advanced diagnostic equipment to identify potential issues before they become major problems, minimising operational downtime.
24 Hour Breakdown
Existing customers receive 24-hour breakdown assistance for urgent vehicle issues. Our rapid response service addresses critical mechanical failures and roadside emergencies, ensuring commercial operations can resume with minimal disruption through immediate technical support and repairs.
Full Servicing
We provide complete annual and interim servicing for all commercial vehicle types. From HGVs to small vans, our experienced technicians perform comprehensive maintenance using manufacturer-recommended procedures, helping maintain warranty validity and extend vehicle lifespan through preventative care.
Vehicle Repairs
Our workshop handles diverse repair requirements for commercial vehicles, offering detailed diagnostics and cost-effective solutions. We provide written quotations for major work, with customer approval required before proceeding, and maintain replaced parts for client inspection upon request.
People
Jason
Director
With over 30 years' experience as an HGV technician, Jason leads our technical team. He has managed workshop operations since taking over the business in 2020, maintaining the quality standards established over five decades while introducing modern diagnostic technologies.
Mandy
Director
Mandy oversees business operations and customer relations, implementing the rota system for fleet maintenance scheduling. With 23 years' experience working alongside Peter Haines, she ensures continuity in service quality while managing the business's transition to new ownership.
Questions
What commercial vehicle services do you offer?
We provide MOT preparation, routine maintenance, full servicing, repairs, and 24-hour breakdown cover for HGVs, horseboxes, and commercial vans.
Do you service both large fleets and individual vehicles?
Yes, we cater to all commercial vehicle operators from large fleet owners to individual van and horsebox owners.
How long does HGV MOT preparation take?
MOT preparation typically requires three days to complete necessary checks and repairs before off-site testing on the third day.
Are your technicians qualified?
All workshop staff are experienced and fully qualified commercial vehicle technicians with specialist HGV expertise.
Do you offer emergency breakdown assistance?
Existing customers receive 24-hour breakdown cover with our dedicated emergency contact number for urgent vehicle issues.
How do you ensure service quality?
We maintain quality through experienced staff, modern equipment, and strict procedures ensuring vehicles only leave our workshop when fully roadworthy.
