Skoda Service Challenge 2010

Congratulations to James Ward - Service Advisor at Derek Slack Motors, who was recently announced as one of the five finalists by Skoda for the ‘Skoda Service Challenge’ 2010 - highlighting the UK’s finest Skoda Advisors. The top five will now go head-to-head in the national final held on November 2010 at Milton Keynes. James has been with Derek Slack Motors for over a year, quickly establishing himself as customer friendly knowledgeable member of the service team. We’re delighted James has progressed through to the final stages of this event, the first of its kind with more than 250 people registered. The winners will be announced at the ‘Retailer of the Year Awards’ early next year. Good luck James!

WRX STI Spoiler

Even though your Subaru WRX STI is already unlike any other car on the road, you can also make it unlike any other WRX STI on the road. How? We all know the WRX STI comes generously equipped, however, you can still tailor your Subaru to your own style. The waist spoiler is just one of the stunning accessories that promises to make your WRX STI stand out from the crowd. Other accessories include: STI Gearnob, Duracon (6MT), Exhaust finisher, Fujitsu Ten Sat-Nav system, 19” alloy silver wheels, STI quick shift linkage (6MT). If you’d like to learn more about the new Subaru WRX STI or to see it in the flesh, visit Derek Slack Motors, Middlesbrough, Teesside.

Subaru Legacy Middlesbrough

If you’re thinking 4x4 this coming winter, think AWD in the shape of the stunning new Subaru Legacy at Derek Slack Motors in Middlesbrough. Soon the days will shorten with the roads becoming slippery, that’s when the quick- thinking Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) transmission, distributing power to front and rear, enhances straight-line traction and offers sure-footed grip through corners, whatever the North East conditions have to through.

On wet and icy roads front and rear wheel drives vehicles can easily lose grip and send the vehicle spinning dangerously. Subaru’s full time AWD, coupled with it’s state-of-the-art vehicle dynamics control, means extra peace of mind, allowing you and your family to relax in confidence. Include the highly acclaimed Boxer diesel engine, and a 5-star NCAP rating and you have one of the most desirable AWD vehicles on the road.

Chances are you’d expect the Subaru Legacy to come with a hefty price tag?...think again! You can now drive away a new Subaru Legacy Diesel Sports Tourer 2.0D SE from only £299 with a low typical APR of just 7.4% APR- so get your skates on!

Thanks for reading

Tony Slack

Skoda Superb Wins Best Family Car of the year award 2010

Derek Slack Motors, main dealers for Skoda in Teesside are thrilled to see the Skoda Superb marching away with Auto Express’ ‘Best Family Car’ award 2010. The Skoda Superb certainly likes a scrap! Not content with seeing off traditional class rivals from mainstream brands, Skoda Superb is well equipped to rival cars from any class. The huge cabin and spacious boot ensure it competes on size, but there’s more to the Superb than its dimensions. Interior quality is excellent, with generous equipment levels. Go for the Elegance and specification as standard includes, leather upholstery to sat-nav. What’s everybody who has ever driven a skoda will knowthe Skoda badge guarantees tremendous build quality, plus the best aftersales service available.

The new 2011 STI WRX is back in Middlesbrough

Following last week’s post on the return of the new Subaru WRX STi saloon, we enjoyed so much interest we thought we’d publish another post to the blog. In case you didn’t know the new Subaru WRX STI is unlike anything else on the road. With a choice of 4 door or 5 door, it combines power, precision and performance with everyday practicality, putting it in a class of its own. This difference begins with the supreme balance and control that comes from Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and the Subaru Boxer engine. These two work perfectly together to create a harmony of power and control that extends to every component found on the WRX STI. Combined with

Subaru’s legendary spec.C suspension, the result is a vehicle that excites in every corner, exhilarates with every rev of the engine, and inspires every time you take hold of the wheel. Call into Derek Slack Motors, Prospect Place, A66 Cargo Fleet, Middlesbrough, Teesside, TS3 8AR for a closer look.

Wilks aims for triple Škoda celebration in Scotland

Guy Wilks is aiming to give Škoda three reasons to be very cheerful on this year’s RACMSA Rally of Scotland (15-17 October). Adding to Škoda already being crowned 2010 Intercontinental Rally Challenge Manufacturers’ Champion, the Škoda UK Motorsport driver hopes to defend his title by celebrating back-to-back Rally of Scotland wins, while Škoda Motorsport factory driver Juho Hänninen will become IRC Drivers’ Champion on his first rally in Scotland, as he arrives with an unassailable lead in the series.

Driving a Škoda Fabia S2000 for the first time, Guy, together with co-driver Phil Pugh, won Rally of Scotland last year in sensational style, and that victory led to the formation of the Škoda UK Motorsport team and a programme in this year’s IRC.

This year’s Rally of Scotland takes place a month earlier than last year’s event, so the event organisers hope that the weather will be better than the torrential rain that made conditions exceptionally wet and muddy 11 months ago. Come rain or shine, the undulating forest roads of Perthshire and Stirling are regarded as some of the best in international rallying, with fast and flowing high speed sections, blind crests and technical parts meandering through the stunning Scottish scenery. You can find out more about SkodaUK Motorsport by visiting: http://www.skodamotorsportuk.com/

Skoda North East

Derek Slack Motors, main dealers for Skoda in the North East, are excited to announce the winner of Auto Express - ‘Car of the Year’ as none other than the Skoda Yeti. The unanimous choice was described by the judging panel as a ‘car that blends the looks of a compact MPV, but doesn’t demand the dynamic or financial compromises usually associated with either.’

They added, ‘the Skoda Yeti mixes tough Tonka toy looks, sharp handling and a high quality and spacious cabin with the brand’s famed value-for-money pricing and customer service. Its brilliant engine line-up ranges from the entry-level 1.2 TSi (arguably the sweetest of the lot (to a 168bhp 2.0-litre diesel, and buyers can also choose between two-wheel-drive or 4x4 models. In addition, the VW Group’s excellent twin-clutch DSG transmission is available as an option.’

‘Best of all is the price, as the Yeti range kicks off at less than £14,000. In a year that has seen the arrival of some truly special new cars, the Skoda Yeti is a worthy winner of Auto Express’ overall crown.’

A great accolade for a great car. If you haven’t yet test driven the Skoda Yeti, then call into our Middlesbrough dealership on A66 Cargo Fleet Middlesbrough TS3 8AR.

Superb wins Towcar of the Year title

Derek Slack Motors, main dealers for Skoda in the North East are delighted to announce the Škoda Superb Estate is the Caravan Club’s Towcar of the Year 2011.

The Elegance 2.0 TDI CR model took top honor in its price category and went on to be voted overall winner of the competition. The Skoda Fabia also won the top award in the under £16,000 category.

A panel of 10 judges praised the Superb for its great performance when towing in a variety of situations and for its practicality as a caravanning family car.

After accepting the honor last night at the Royal Automobile Club in London, Škoda UK’s Head of Aftersales John Bower said: “Since it launched earlier this year, the Škoda Superb Estate has proven to be an extremely popular choice for drivers looking for luxury and style combined with practicality and spaciousness.

“Caravanners tend to make very educated and informed purchases and have extremely high standards when it comes to their cars, so receiving an award from the caravan industry experts is not only an excellent achievement but a real testament to the quality of the model.”

This is the third time the Škoda Superb has been named Towcar of the Year, with the first-generation saloon winning in 2003 and the new-generation twin-door model taking the top honour in 2009.

Full details about this year’s awards are on the Caravan Club website.