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What do you do if you have a flat battery? Causes and actions to get you back on the road There’s nothing more frustrating than getting into your car, turning the key or pressing the start button, and discovering that the engine won’t start. A flat car battery is one
Our Yearly Trip to The Races 2026 Last month we made our yearly trip to the races. As usual we supported Newbury Race Course with support vehicles and sponsored one of the evenings races, The Rayner Bosch Car Service Handicap Stakes held on Thursday 23rd July 2026. The unbelievably hot
Car Rattling When Driving? Causes, Risks, and When to Visit a Garage If you’re asking yourself, “Why is my car rattling when I drive?”, you’re not alone. A rattling noise while driving is one of the most common car problems and can range from a minor annoyance to a serious
Christmas Opening Hours 2025 Below are our opening hours over the Christmas period. We wish all our customers and their families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Are Car Warranties Worth It? Coverage, Costs and What to Watch Out For Buying a car is one of the biggest expenses most people make, and protecting that investment is a natural concern. In the UK, many drivers are offered car warranties—either included with a new car purchase or as
Wet Belts in Vehicles: What They Are and How to Avoid Costly Repairs When it comes to modern car engines, one of the most important but often overlooked components is the wet timing belt. Sometimes called a belt-in-oil system, the wet belt has replaced the traditional dry timing belt in
Our Yearly Trip to The Races 2025 Last month we made our yearly trip to the races. As usual we supported Newbury Race Course with support vehicles and sponsored one of the evenings races, The Rayner Bosch Car Service Handicap Stakes held on Thursday 24th July 2025. Unlike other years
What Should I Do If My Car Brakes Seize? Experiencing seized brakes can be alarming and potentially dangerous. If you notice that your car isn’t moving freely or there’s an unusual resistance when driving, it may be due to seized brake components. This issue typically arises from rust, corrosion, or
The best way to defrost your car quickly and safely We’re back in the times of frosty mornings. Which means frosty windscreens for drivers first thing in the morning (and sometimes for the commute home if the weather is really cold). If you’re anything like me that means digging out
There’s a leak under my car, what does it mean? We’ve all done it, walked up to our car and noticed a small puddle underneath. Our immediate thought is “is that going to be expensive?”. Actually, there are several reasons for your car leaking and not all of them will
Our Yearly Trip to The Races It’s that time of year again where we made our yearly trip to the races. As usual we supported Newbury Race Course with support vehicles and sponsored one of the evenings races, The Rayner Bosch Car Service Handicap Stakes. The weather was looking quite
What is AirCon Regassing? If your car’s air conditioning is not working as it should you may notice an “old socks” smell when you start up? If that’s the case, or you notice the temperature is not as it should be, your vehicle’s air-conditioning could be faulty. And if it
Essential vehicle checks to keep you motoring safely With the cost of living crisis continuing, we know the cost of regular servicing can take its toll. But it’s really important for the safety and lifespan of your vehicle. The good news is that looking after your vehicle doesn’t need to
How to save fuel whilst driving Whilst the heady days of £2.00 per litre are behind us (for now), fuel is still one of the biggest costs that all drivers face. Fuel costs have a massive impact on the transport industry. This in turn impacts the costs of goods we
Safe ways to drive in the snow The weather has turned colder and there are rumblings of snow! Well it is officially meteorological winter on Friday (1st December) so it should be no surprise. The fact is that as a country our road networks and cars aren’t really set up
Tips for driving in the dark The clocks have just gone back. So that means it’ll soon be time for I’m A Celebrity and Christmas! It’s also the time of year that road traffic accidents spike as the darker nights make driving conditions trickier (source – Royal Society for the
Autumn Driving Advice Autumn is a beautiful season, with its colourful foliage and crisp air. But it also presents unique challenges for drivers. So we’ve put together some simple Autumn driving advice to help you through the change of seasons. Sun Glare and your windscreen As the days grow shorter
Another Evening at The Races The Rayner’s team recently had their regular outing to Newbury Race Course for another evening at the races. The weather actually behaved itself after so much rain recently, so, even though the going was soft, all races went ahead and no-one was seen diving for
Top Summer Driving Tips to avoid breakdowns – Helpful Motoring Advice Summer is a popular season for road trips and holidays, but it’s important to keep in mind that the heat and increased traffic can also lead to breakdowns. Most drivers are unaware the summer heat can be just as
What to do in the event of your car breaking down Experiencing a car breakdown can be a frustrating and stressful situation, especially if it occurs on a motorway. However, it’s important to stay calm and take the necessary steps to ensure your safety. Here are some suggested actions to
Why avoiding paying for car maintenance can cost you in the long run A recent report from Nationwide has shown that nearly 50% of people are choosing to put off car maintenance due to the current cost of living crisis. When you are struggling to meet bills it’s understandable that
Why does my car shake when I drive? If you’ve ever experienced your car shaking while driving, you know how unsettling it can be. Not only does it make for an uncomfortable ride, but it can also indicate a more serious problem with your vehicle. In this article, we’ll explore
Why it’s best to avoid cheap or Free MOTs A free MOT may seem like a tempting offer to save money on your car’s annual safety check. But there are several reasons why you should avoid cheap or free MOTs. Firstly, free MOTs may come with hidden costs. The maximum
Rayner’s Sponsor Max Perry Racing Rayner Bosch Car Service Centre are proudly sponsoring the Max Perry Racing Team this season which kicks off later this month. This incredible talent will be racing for Leicester Lion Cubs this year in the National Development League. He’s already had a tremendous record of
Looking after your car tyres could save you money… and lives Your car tyres are a crucial component of your vehicle’s safety and performance. They are responsible for providing traction, stability, and control on the road. Therefore, looking after your car tyres is essential to ensure they remain in good
How to prolong the life of your car battery to avoid breakdowns Your car battery is the powerhouse of your vehicle. Without it you wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle. We take it for granted but without the chemical reaction that literally creates the electrical energy required to start
Tips For Driving In Bad Weather – Helpful Motoring Advice from Rayner Bosch I know it’s winter but we seem to have had consistent rain since that brief cold snap at the start of December. And if long range weather forecasts are anything to go by, Atlantic depressions will be
Bad driving habits lead to bad bills! We see it everyday, bad driving habits that drivers think aren’t doing any damage but over time do. And they normally end in expensive repairs. These may not be a surprise to some of you but for others these top 3 bad driving
An Evening at The Races Finally had time to sort through the photo’s from our team evening at the races back in June. The weather was beautiful, so it was a perfect evening for a few drinks and some horses! It was great to see most of the team, a
Rayners proudly support Newbury Racecourse A cracking night at Newbury Racecourse last night. We sponsored the first race, the Rayner Bosch Apprentice Handicap Stakes and as usual Rayners supported Newbury Racecourse with support vehicles. It was our pleasure to present the award to the Jockey, Trainer and Winning Owner of
Upgraded MOT Bay Rayners are excited to announce that we’ve updated and upgraded our MOT bay! It is now fully operational for Class 4,5 and 7 MOTs. Book your car or light commercial vehicle into the workshop today!
NEW Electric Vehicle Charging Point Got an Electric Vehicle? Well now you can charge up at the garage while you wait! Our new Electric Vehicle Charging Point has been installed and can be used by our customers both before and after having any work done. Always thinking of our customers!
Project Porsche We’ve always been mad on Porsches so when someone dropped this 987 Boxster into us for a refresh we were over the moon. After fixing the coolant leak we gave it a full service, new tyres and brakes, replaced the rear light clusters and fitted a new audio
Back At The Races We were back at the races at Newbury Racecourse on Thursday 8th July for the Rayner Bosch Car Services Handicap. It was our pleasure to present the award to the Jockey, Trainer and Winning Owners Racing Manager of the horse that won, Encourage. Winning Trainer was
Project 350z Project 350z – a customer had it parked on his drive for 2 years and wanted it recommissioned! We recovered the vehicle, carried out a full inspection, gave it a full service, new tyres, new brakes and brake pipes, new exhaust carried out an MOT. Then repainted the
An Old Friend Saw an old friend again this week. We’ve been servicing this VW Caddy since it was almost new and it’s just passed the 320,000 mile mark! They really did build them to last. I won’t mention that it’s had 4 engines, 3 gearboxes, 5 batteries…. only joking!
A Strange Feeling A strange feeling at the workshop today and I’m starting to get a bit freaked out now. There is definitely a glitch in The Matrix around the garage. Last week it was all black 4WD, today we were invaded by all white vans! Might have to start
Special Ops at the Workshop… Looked like some sort of Special Ops going on at the Workshop yesterday. 5 black 4×4’s all in at the same time for various bits and pieces. Either that or Trump’s cavalcade got lost on the way to Florida!
May 2018 – NEW In-house Tyre Services Rayners are pleased to announce their new in-house tyre services with the recent installation of tyre fitting and balancing machines. This provides a more convenient option for customers and allows us to extend the range of we offer. Tyre Fitting Service We now
Rayner Reports Successful First Year in Queens Road Premises For more information on our Successful 1st Year please Click the link to download article.
Oct 2015 – Rayner Bosch Car Service Hits National Headlines As proud sponsors of The Rayner Bosch Car Service Handicap (for Lady Amateur Riders), the last race yesterday at Newbury Racecourse, saw the unseating of national treasure, Victoria Pendleton. Stories covered by The BBC, Sky Sports, Daily Mirror and Sporting
Rayners celebrate 6 months anniversary in Queens Road Kevin Haynes, director, is delighted to report a steady sales increase since moving into new premises at unit 5, 36 Queens Road, Newbury RG14 7NE “It’s been a challenging, yet rewarding 6 months; we’re constantly enhancing our work environment and at the
April 2015 – Rayners have moved As of April 2015, Rayners have moved! On 31st March 15, Rayners handed the keys back for Unit 2, Sterling Industrial Estate and forged ahead with the next chapter in the Rayner’s timeline at their new premises at Unit 5, 36 Queens Road, Newbury
March 2015 – Countdown to 30th March, Queens Road official move date The countdown to our official move date is on. During week commencing 23rd March we will be welcoming our first customers to our new Queens Road unit, though we won’t be fully operational until next week. If your
Rayner Bosch Car Service MOVING – March 2015 Update As previously mentioned, Rayner Bosch Car Service are moving! We’re working hard on our new unit at Unit 5, 36 Queens Road and we’re pleased to announce it will be fully operational from Monday 30th March. We look forward to welcoming
Jan 2015 – Rayner Bosch Car Services are MOVING Rayner Bosch Car Services will be moving premises during the next quarter of 2015. We’re delighted to be relocating to a larger premises nearby in Queens Road. We are currently working hard to prepare our new unit and will publish details
Rayner Bosch Car Services Sponsor Horse Race at Newbury Race Meeting Saturday 25th October 2014 saw Rayner Bosch Car Service sponsor one of the races at Newbury Racecourse. As a race sponsor it allowed the Rayner Team an opportunity for a day out to relax and wind down from their
May 2014 – Rayner Bosch Car Service supports Newbury Racecourse Next time you visit The Racecourse Newbury – you’ll be pleased to see vehicles from a local, independent garage proudly supporting the races. Rayners supports Newbury Racecourse and have serviced Racecourse vehicles for some years. And we’re delighted to extend
September 2013 – Read our latest feature in the Newbury Weekly News Rayner Diesel services are one of Newbury’s most established and highly regarded garages. First appointed as the local agent for Bosch 30 years ago, directors, brothers, Kevin and Rob Haynes have built their reputation on quality workmanship, a
2013 Ollie Johnson Memorial Kintbury 5 Rayners were delighted to support the 2013 Ollie Johnson Memorial Kintbury 5. Congratulations goes to the winner Nick Jones (127) closely followed by Bertie Powell (11) and thirdly, Steve Barnes (14). The Kintbury 5 is organised by Newbury Athletic Club member Dave Wright, in
FIA European Drag Racing Championships at Santa Pod 2019 Rob Haynes joins Ian Brown and his team for a photo opportunity after their hard day competing in FIA European Drag Racing Championships at Santa Pod. Rayners are delighted to support Ian and his team and wish them every success throughout
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Competition Winners Delighted prize winners of the Rayner Diesel Services 25 Year Anniversary Competition were presented with their prizes at the Newbury Weekly News offices last week. The first prize winner Nicky Cook from Andover received a Bosch garden edger, a floral bouquet, bottle of bubbly and a Rayners Discount
May 2008 – Twenty Five Year Anniversary as Bosch Diesel Agents Rayner Diesel Services were appointed as Bosch agents in 1983. Since then they have built up a strong customer base in and around Newbury. Their reputation is further endorsed by the garage trade throughout the surrounding area. Other local
Sterling Industrial Estate Feature – 25 Years and still going strong May 2008 – Sterling Industrial Estate Feature It is celebration time at Rayner Diesel Services, one of Sterling Industrial Estate’s longest serving occupants. It is marking its 25th anniversary year as a Bosch Diesel Service Agent with a brand
New Business Development Staff Member Feb 2008 – New Business Development Staff Member We are pleased to welcome Ali Haynes into the business. Ali has a background in Business Development and Customer Relations. She will be helping us on a part-time basis to move forward within her specialist areas. Over
Rayner Diesel Services Joining Forces with The Good Garage Scheme MAY 2007 – Rayner Diesel Services Joining Forces with The Good Garage Scheme “We looked at it from our customer’s angle” Kevin Haynes explained “It’s understandable that customers would value the reassurance of using a garage endorsed and monitored by
