We don't have to have a physical log book in order to do a Log Book Service on your car.

Manufacturers should provide each passenger car with a "Log Book," detailing the schedule for routine maintenance. It is suggested to store the log book in the glove compartment for easy access, but Dowsetts Automotive Services can always look up the relevant information if the book has been misplaced.

Dowsetts Automotive Services mechanics can follow the manufacturers guidelines based on your vehicle type and it's current condition. We can certainly provide you with a log book to help you record your cars service history from this point onward, which we recommend as it handy if you ever decide to sell your vehicle. Want to know more about log book servicing without a log book - call the car service experts at Dowsetts Automotive Services.

Regular inspections and minor repairs performed through Log Book Servicing can help save you money by avoiding costly repairs of major damages. This approach keeps your vehicle in good running condition and prevents small issues from developing into something much worse.

We can perform fully qualified log book servicing on a wide range of makes and models including: Holden, Ford, Mazda, Toyota, Nissan, BMW, Audi, Hyundai, Honda, Kia - and many more.

Many people believe they must go back to a car dealership for New Car Log Book servicing in order to maintain the warranty. Actually, the ACCC have consistently confirmed that under Australian Law, you are free to have your car service carried out by a mechanic or service centre of your choice provided they are qualified to do so. See our video to learn more. 

New Car Warranties … the Facts.

Dowsetts Automotive Services mechanics can follow the manufacturers guidelines based on your vehicle type and it's current condition. We can certainly provide you with a log book to help you record your cars service history if you don't have one...

Log book New Car service in Albany

It is not common knowledge that you are free to choose where your vehicle is serviced, maintained and repaired, at competitive prices

Purchasing a new car is one of the most significant investments most people make, so it's common sense to do your best to ensure its proper care. Caring for your new car goes beyond detailing the interior and keeping it sparkling with a loving weekly wash.

There are a few other things to consider, such as who is the best choice to service your car.

You will want to ensure it is regularly serviced by a qualified professional, to the manufacturers requirements, using high quality parts from a reputable supplier and fluids which meet the manufacturers specifications. This is not just to look after your new car, but because if these four requirements are met, you will also preserve the manufacturers warranty.

It is not common knowledge that you are free to choose who you would like to service your new car without voiding either the manufacturers warranty or your rights under the Consumer Guarantee

Nobody can force you to return a new car to the dealer you acquired it from for service or repairs. Provided the work is only done to the manufacturers specifications by an acceptably trained person and uses good quality parts and fluids, the warranty stands. You have the right to choose who services your car.

With Repco Authorised Service you can tick all the boxes. Every Dowsetts Automotive Services mechanic is fully qualified and Auto-Tech trained, giving them access to Australia's leading provider of automotive technical information and training. This means Dowsetts Automotive Services mechanics are kept fully up to date with the latest in automotive service techniques and are able to service your new car without voiding the warranty.

Repco branded parts & products are manufactured to stringent Repco quality standards, and are covered by the Repco Nationwide Warranty, giving you added protection. Dowsetts Automotive Services will also only ever use fluids and lubricants that meet the specifications of the manufacturer of the car.

If you already own a new car or are thinking of purchasing one, make sure you clearly understand where your statutory rights from beginning to end.

Make sure you are aware of the variances between statutory, manufacturer and extended warranties to help you make the right choice when it comes to servicing your new car. You are automatically covered by a statutory warranty, also known as a Consumer Guarantee, under Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and this statutory protection can never be overruled by manufacturer or express warranties (which are offered by the car maker and car dealer respectively).

A lack of disclosure requirements on car dealers at the point of sale regarding these contracts can easily lead the consumer into making a choice to be bound by a long term contract without access to all of the details needed to make a properly informed decision.

So when purchasing your new vehicle., be alert for new car dealers who may try to work in “express” or “extended” warranties, often for free. Often these ‘additional' warranties may include quite extensive restrictions or provisions, and often can seem very confusing. Many times these additional extras provide very few additional benefits in excess of the consumer's basic statutory rights and can tie the unwary buyer into a long term agreement with the dealership selling the vehicle.

Such additional extras are very unlikely to alert you to the potential negative aspects involved with taking a new car back to the dealer for service or repair. This includes possible increased travel times to get your car serviced or longer waiting times due to fewer available service locations or mechanics.

Check out our frequently asked questions below for more information on New Car Service and warranties. If you need to know more, the AAAA website and ACCC website have some great information too.

Are you aware of the fact that you have the option to choose where your vehicle is serviced, maintained and repaired, at competitive prices. Dowsetts Automotive Services can service your new car using quality parts and fluids, preserving your warranty…

Dowsetts Automotive Services in Albany are the right choice for new car service

Whether it is called a major car service, a basic car service or a log book service, or a major or minor repair we can service your car here in our Albany workshop.  Come and visit the car servicing experts at Dowsetts Automotive Services today.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking. Our Dowsetts Automotive Services technicians are qualified to carry out car servicing and repair work on all makes and models using quality parts and the latest diagnostic equipment. You can rest assured that car service work performed by our Auto-Tech trained staff will keep your car in top condition and will maintain your statutory new car warranty.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking...

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Providing expert car services and all general mechanical repairs, Dowsetts Automotive Services is serving you from a very accessible location on the corner of Sanford and Stead roads in Albany. 

Selling and fitting batteries and other motor replacement parts, Dowsetts Automotive Services are also an agent and distributor for Kumho tyres. Using the most up to date scanning and diagnostic tools, our mechanics provide expert Wheel Alignments and Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) service and we are skilled tyre specialists as well.

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