Garage Approval Scheme

What Is The Garage Approval Scheme?

Cheshire County Council Trading Standards Service first introduced a Garage Approval Scheme in January 1998. This scheme proved very successful but only applied to garages carrying out servicing and repairs. In July 2001 the scheme was extended to cover the sale of new and used cars as well as service/repairs. From 01 April 2009, the scheme is operated by Cheshire East Borough Council and Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council.

The main aims are:

• to encourage and promote high standards in car sales, servicing and repairs;
• to improve the image of the motor trade;
• to increase compliance with consumer legislation;
• to improve consumer confidence by promoting Approved Garages.