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Nationwide Auto (LIC# MVRL41604) take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times.

Conveniently located in West Gosford, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

Nationwide Auto have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

We are a Authorised NRMA Repairer and we have the latest diagnostic scan tools.

Whether you're planning a family road trip or need extra capacity for your work vehicle, a GVM upgrade can make all the difference. Nationwide Auto Service Centre offers a range of options tailored to suit different vehicles, ensuring that you get the best solution for your needs. With these upgrades, you can travel with confidence, knowing your vehicle is equipped to handle the extra load. Understanding GVM Upgrades A GVM upgrade involves increasing the maximum weight a vehicle can legally carry, including the weight of the vehicle itself, passengers, and cargo. This process is crucial for those who regularly travel with heavy loads, whether for work or recreational purposes. By increasing the GVM, you ensure that your vehicle remains safe and compliant with legal regulations while also improving its performance and lifespan. Reasons to upgrade GVM upgrades are important for several reasons: Safety: Overloading your vehicle can compromise its safety by affecting its handling and braking capabilities. A GVM upgrade ensures your vehicle remains safe on the road, even with a full load. Legal Compliance: Operating a vehicle beyond its legal weight limit can result in hefty fines and penalties. A GVM upgrade helps you stay within legal boundaries. Enhanced Performance: With an upgraded GVM, your vehicle can handle more weight without putting extra strain on its components, leading to better performance and reduced wear and tear. Peace of Mind: Knowing that your vehicle is equipped to handle the loads you carry allows you to focus on the task at hand, whether it's a job or a road trip. We offer a range of services to help you achieve the ideal GVM upgrade for your vehicle: Customised Solutions: Every vehicle is different, and Nationwide Auto Service Centre tailors its GVM upgrade services to meet the specific needs of each customer. Whether you drive a pickup truck or a larger commercial vehicle, we have you covered. Expert Consultation: Not sure what you need? Our West Gosford workshop's team of experts is on hand to provide guidance and advice, ensuring you make informed decisions about your vehicle's upgrade. Professional Installation: With years of experience, the technicians at Nationwide Auto Service Centre carry out GVM upgrades with precision and care, ensuring your vehicle is in top condition. Compliance Certification: After the upgrade, we can provide the necessary documentation to confirm your vehicle complies with all relevant regulations, giving you one less thing to worry about. Choosing the right GVM upgrade is a vital decision for anyone who frequently handles heavy loads. With Nationwide Auto Service Centre's expertise and friendly service, you can be confident that your vehicle will be up to the task, ready to take on any challenge safely and efficiently.

Whether you're planning a family road trip or need extra capacity for your work vehicle, a GVM upgrade can make all the difference. Nationwide Auto Service Centre offers a range of options tailored to suit different vehicles, ensuring that you get the best solution for your needs

GVM Upgrades

At Nationwide Auto Service Centre, we understand that a reliable air conditioning system in your car is essential, especially when the temperature rises. Our West Gosford workshop should be your first choice to manage all your Automotive Air Conditioning Regas, Inspection, Repairs and Servicing needs. Common Problems and Signs of a Failing Air Conditioner You might notice your car's air conditioning system isn’t working as it should if it's blowing warm air, has weak airflow, or is making strange noises. Bad odours coming from the vents or water pooling inside the cabin are also red flags that something’s not right. These problems can be due to a variety of reasons like refrigerant leaks, a clogged filter, or a failing compressor.  Todays cars are extremely complex and just like the engine a typical car air conditioning system has elements that need to be serviced or replaced on a regular basis to ensure continued reliable and efficient operation. Reduction of refrigerant through leaks or evaporation means your air con system will begin to deteriorate and will have to work harder, which in turn means more fuel is being burned. Therefore it is important that the rubber seals are evaluated regularly for any signs of leaks or fractures which may be an indication of refrigerant loss. Why Choose Nationwide Auto Service Centre? At Nationwide Auto Service Centre, we pride ourselves on offering top-notch air conditioning service and repairs. Our experienced technicians are equipped with the skills and tools to diagnose and fix any issues, ensuring you drive away feeling refreshed.  Nationwide Auto Service Centre care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation (AU21447) to reliably and responsibly conduct vehicle air conditioning regas, inspection, repairs and servicing. Getting your car's air conditioning serviced annually means you can help protect against costly breakdowns now and in the future, keep passengers safe by helping to prevent the build-up of potentially harmful substances and a well serviced automotive air conditioning system actually saves you money because it uses less fuel. We invite you to experience the difference at Nationwide Auto Service Centre. If you’re experiencing any issues with your car’s air conditioning, or just want a routine check-up, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re here to help keep you cool and comfortable on the road.  Have more questions about your car's air conditioning? How do air conditioners work? A car air conditioner system is composed of four essential parts : A belt-driven pump known as a compressor to compress and circulate gas. A radiator like unit called a condenser to redistribute heat and condense gas to a liquid. An expansion device, which could be a thermal expansion valve (TXV) or an orifice tube (subject to the kind of air-con system used). Some systems have an accumulator before the compressor to remove moisture from the refrigerant while TXV systems have a receiver-dryer before the evaporator performs the same crucial task. Both of these parts also store refrigerant. Car air conditioning is designed to pull the heat from the air within the car's interior area and transfer it outside, leaving only cooled or 'conditioned' air to be redistributed. Hot air is passed across a gas-filled evaporator, where the heat is easily absorbed by the refrigerant (in gas form), effectively removing the heat from the air in the car. The now heated gas is pulled through the compressor where it is further heated (via compression). The next stage involves the refrigerant being forced through the condenser to extract the refrigerant's heat quickly. The refrigerant, now condensed to a liquid, then moves through the expansion device (either a TXV or Orifice tube), which regulates the refrigerant's flow to the evaporator, changing the high-pressure liquid to a low-pressure mist (gas). A fan blowing over the evaporator's cold fins produces the cold air being blown into the car, and the entire process then begins all over again. Does the car air conditioner use more fuel? Yes! Your car air conditioning is using fuel. However, it's actually more fuel efficient to run car air conditioning than it is to have your windows down due to aerodynamic drag. If your air conditioning isn't performing its best, it may use more fuel to run. To avoid this, it's important that you have your air conditioning serviced regularly by professionals, like the ones at Nationwide Auto Service Centre.  What's the cause of the bad smell in car air conditioning? The damp environment can promote microbes, bacteria and even fungus growth inside the evaporator core. This can lead to nasty smells and possibly even be bad for the health of any vehicle occupants. Although modern evaporator units tend to be more efficient, they have more fins, meaning an increased capability to trap moisture and allow for micro-organism development. How do I know my car air conditioning is due for a service? If you cannot remember when your air conditioning was last serviced, perhaps it's time to book in with the team at Nationwide Auto Service Centre. You should also book in if: Your air conditioning system is blowing warm air There are damp patches or water stains under your dashboard Your car air conditioning system smells funny Your car air conditioning system is making strange noises There is weak air flow from the car air conditioning system Why does the car air conditioner need to be serviced? Car air conditioning is designed to pull the heat from the air within the interior area of the car outside, leaving only cooled or 'conditioned' air to be redistributed. This is achieved using a special compound called refrigerant, capable of readily absorbing heat as a gas and quickly losing heat as a liquid. The compressor needs the right amount of oil in the refrigerant to prevent it from seizing up. Should the air filters be jammed with dirt and bacteria, it will affect the entire system's performance, and it can even cause it to stop working altogether. On top of inhibiting air conditioner efficiency, dirty air filters can cause health problems. Being exposed to the elements and very diverse operating conditions and being used intermittently rather than being 'Always On' can cause decay of the hoses, connections and seals. A vehicle air conditioning system should be examined regularly to ensure there are no problems or refrigerant loss due to failure or leakage from these points. Simply by cooling the air in your car under normal running conditions, the air filters get dirty and intermittent use can cause seals to dry and crack, allowing them to leak. Even without leaks, the gas in a car air conditioning system will eventually begin to degrade or evaporate over time. It should be recharged as required to keep the air con system in peak running condition. How often should a car air conditioner be serviced? Your automotive air conditioning system needs to be examined once a year for any signs of problems with the seals, hoses and connections and confirm there is no refrigerant reduction over time. Regularly servicing your automotive air conditioner system keeps refrigerant at optimum levels meaning the system does not need to work as hard. This, in turn, protects the system from damage and minimises fuel expenditure. Can I service my own car air conditioner? Only qualified mechanics with the appropriate training, like the ones at Nationwide Auto Service Centre, should attempt to service a car air conditioner. Specific licences are required to service or repair some types of car air conditioning systems, especially where re-gas (recharging of the refrigerant) is concerned. Strict guidelines and procedures must be adhered to when handling certain refrigerants, which must always be fully recovered and not allowed to escape into the atmosphere during servicing. Refrigerant can also pose serious health risks if mishandled. Specialist equipment is also required as the air conditioning system is under extreme pressure and must be pulled into a deep vacuum to remove any moisture, to avoid seriously damaging the system. You can find out more about licensing on the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) Website.

At Nationwide Auto Service Centre (AU21447), we pride ourselves on offering top-notch air conditioning service and repairs. Our experienced technicians are equipped with the skills and tools to diagnose and fix any issues, ensuring you drive away feeling refreshed.

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Keep your cool, without global warming. A proactive car air conditioning approach to protecting our environment.  As Australia begins phasing down HFC use (from January 2018), many new vehicle manufacturers may be switching to new air conditioning systems using the more environmentally friendly refrigerant R-1234yf, instead of R-134a. The benefits of using R-1234yf "Twelve Thirty Four", as R-1234yf is sometimes known, is an HFO type refrigerant delivering high performance, resulting in a more efficient air-conditioning system, fewer emissions and reduced fuel consumption. Hydrofluoroolefins (HFO's) have a double carbon bond meaning they trap less heat in the atmosphere than Hydrofluorocarbons (HFC's) and break down faster. Importantly, R-1234yf systems are specifically engineered to prevent refrigerant leakage and loss, including into the interior of the vehicle. The leakage of refrigerants contributes considerably to greenhouse gases. Why the switch? Older type refrigerants accumulate in the upper atmosphere as greenhouse gases and contribute significantly to Global Warming for a considerable time. In the mid-'90s, the old R-12 (or Freon), which takes a long time to break down into a non-greenhouse gas, was replaced with R134a, which breaks down much quicker. R-1234yf takes that improvement to the next level, breaking down in less than half the time of R-134a (and a fraction of the time R-12 can take). R-134a will remain in use for some time and a licensed mechanic can still service R-134a air con systems, but new vehicles will likely use the new systems with R-1234yf. Some already are. Irrespective of what type of refrigerant your car air conditioner uses, a car service workshop undertaking air conditioner service must have the right knowledge and equipment to handle these gases responsibly. You should always take your car to a mechanic with the skills and specialist equipment to undertake air conditioning service safely and correctly.

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Trust, experience & knowledge ... You can rely on your Local and Independent Repco Authorised Service centre, Nationwide Auto Service Centre to service and repair your vehicle. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, Nationwide Auto Service Centre use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods. What’s more, our fully qualified technicians have access to the latest service information, bulletins and training through the Australia wide Repco Auto Tech program. We provide a full range of automotive services right here in West Gosford and surrounding areas, all backed by our Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty and fully supported at over 500 Service Centres right across Australia. So rest assured - your car is in safe hands.

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods.

Nationwide Auto Service Centre - Our expertise & knowledge

Modern radiator coolants not only protect your car from overheating, or the fluid from freezing, they also protect the radiator system from corrosion. Nationwide Auto Service Centre in West Gosford are very knowledgeable and experienced in looking after these systems.  It is recommended that you exchange your radiator coolant fluid every two years or 40,000 km's whichever comes first. However the size of the engine, the climate in your area, the age of your current coolant, and the total miles that have been driven can all affect the need to replace the coolant in your radiator. Knowing when to replenish your radiator fluid isn't always easy - obviously, when it has gone a dirty brown colour it's a sign it probably needs to be flushed and replaced - however even fresh-looking coolant could have lost its corrosion protection properties and without measuring its reserve alkalinity there's no signal that it is no longer protecting your vehicle components, and it could even be doing more damage than good. Maintaining good coolant means your radiator system will be much better protected from corrosion and will have a longer life span, it will help prevent you from having to replace expensive engine components. At Nationwide Auto Service Centre in West Gosford at your request, we will perform a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report for free as part of any minor, major or log book service. Part of this inspection includes checking the level and condition of coolant in your system and the written report will advise you if we feel a radiator flush, fluid replacement or any repairs are required to maintain the performance of your vehicle.

Even if it looks clean, your coolant still might need replacing!

Radiator Coolant

Faulty and low charge batteries are to be avoided. Don't wait till you're stranded somewhere on the side of the road, hoping for a jump start. It is easy to have your car, bike, truck battery tested or charged up at Nationwide Auto Service Centre in West Gosford.  Often issues occur because we have all reduced how much we drive or decided to only rely on one car (as petrol prices skyrocket!) and have left the other in the garage. But did you know that batteries can still discharge even when your car isn't in use? - ask Nationwide Auto Service Centre about a battery test today!  Our technicians do a battery load test as part of the 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report that comes free with every car service. If you have concerns, we can do a stand-alone battery test and inspection right here in West Gosford. Car Battery FAQ How do I know if my battery is getting flat or low? The most obvious sign of a flat battery is when your car won't start, but modern motor vehicles can show symptoms like non-essential functions not operating correctly - things like idle stop-start function not working, or the car's air-conditioning not working effectively.
Other signs you might need a new car battery include: Vehicle is slow to start Engine won't start Dash Lights work, but engine won't start Constantly needing a jump start Film or corrosion on the battery Cracked swollen or leaky battery Rotten egg smell under the hood Do I need a new car battery? The most obvious sign of a flat battery is when your car won't start. Modern motor vehicles can show symptoms like the idle stop-start not working or the car's air-conditioning not working to full capacity.

Other signs include cracked, dirty or leaky batteries, a rotten egg smell under the hood of your car, or regularly needing a jump start or recharge. The best way to know if you need a new battery is to get a car battery test at {{{businessName}}} Does a flat battery use more fuel? Yes! When your car battery is running flat, the alternator works harder to recharge the battery. This added load on the engine means it burns more fuel. Where can I buy a new car battery? Come in and see us! As a Repco Authorised Service Centre, {{{businessName}}} have access to the highest quality batteries to suit most vehicles. Who can test my car battery? {{{businessName}}} can do a battery load test. Phone us or visit the workshop today. Why choose {{{businessName}}} for a battery test? If you have concerns about your vehicle's performance, it is wise to get your battery tested at a full-service workshop like {{{businessName}}} rather than at a parts store. That's because we take into consideration the whole vehicle and can diagnose any deeper issues. There is nothing worse than replacing your car battery only to find the problem actually lies elsewhere… except maybe being told your battery test is fine with no explanation for your ongoing issues! Can my car battery be recharged? Yes, in fact the battery is being recharged by the alternator in your car whenever the engine is running. Sometimes this fix isn't enough, and your battery requires an external recharge. It's best to ask the professionals like our team at {{{businessName}}} about this, as you could void the battery warranty by recharging it yourself. Sometimes external recharging is not the best option because every battery eventually reaches a point in its life where replacement is the only answer to avoid unexpected breakdowns. Can I fit my battery myself? The short answer is yes...But! Modern vehicles are “computers on wheels”, so if you decide to DIY you must follow proper installation procedures to avoid damaging the ECM (Engine Control Module) and TCM (Transmission Control Module). Plus, if the battery gets incorrectly installed, items like the radio, the navigation system and security codes may need to be professionally reset. Talk to {{{businessName}}} today. We can recommend the right battery for your needs and install it for you. 

Ever replaced your battery only to find your car problem wasn't fixed? Don't be left feeling flat, get your battery tested at a full service workshop.

Nationwide Auto Service Centre

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GVM Upgrades

Stay cool with Nationwide Auto Service Centre

There's a new gas in town

Nationwide Auto Service Centre - Our expertise & knowledge

Radiator Coolant

Car Battery Testing and FAQ