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Are you looking for the star grading at your vehicle repair workshop? You should

We are all aware of the star rating when looking for holiday accommodation but did you know that car repair workshops also receive a star grading? Dewald Ranft, Chairman of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), a proud of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), says a star rating is a good way for consumers to know what they’re getting. “The hospitality industry uses the star rating as a way to guide consumers towards the best possible accommodation for their budget. MIWA’s grading system is a similar tool designed to guide motorists looking for expertise when it comes to selecting a workshop for their vehicle.”
“When choosing a graded workshop, consumers can trust that not only will they receive reasonable pricing and quality service and workmanship, but they also have a recourse for complaints if any problems arise.” A MIWA Graded workshop meets specific accreditation requirements and is subject to random external audits.
A five-star rating is a prestigious because graded workshops have to comply with the highest level of accreditation. “To become a five-star graded workshop, MIWA workshops must be fully audited and deliver on requirements around workshop design and equipment, customer satisfaction assessment tools, and service options such as vehicle washing prior to delivery as well as free delivery and collection service. Many of our workshops are graded as five-star but we also have four- and three-star workshops that too offer excellent service,” explains Ranft.
“Finding the right workshop for a car service or repair can be a stressful experience. This stress can be avoided by choosing a MIWA Graded workshop because by selecting one of these reputable service providers consumers have the assurance that these workshops have passed and continue to deliver on strict accreditation criteria.”
“If you are looking for a workshop to service your car ahead of the festive season, don’t hesitate to contact MIWA (www.miwa.org.za) and we can provide a list of graded workshops in your area. Alternatively download the RMI Connect app – an app that connects consumers to accredited-RMI (including MIWA) members,” says Ranft.