Holdaways
About
Operating continuously since 1945, Holdaways occupies a distinctive niche in Whanganui's automotive sector as a brake and clutch specialist. Located on Ridgway Street, the business functions across multiple departments serving both trade and retail customers. The workshop operates three primary divisions. The parts department stocks brake, clutch, and suspension components for vehicles of all sizes. A dedicated machine shop handles hydraulic cylinder overhauls, brake caliper servicing, disc rotor resurfacing, and drum machining, alongside brake shoe and clutch plate relining. The on-car workshop employs fully qualified New Zealand mechanics whose post-qualification experience spans brake systems, clutch assemblies, and undercarriage work. Beyond vehicle-specific work, Holdaways manufactures and repairs cables for diverse applications, extending their technical capabilities beyond automotive contexts. The business offers complimentary brake assessments with detailed reports, particularly valuable for vehicles that have failed WOF inspections or exhibit braking irregularities. An MTA network member, Holdaways has sustained nearly eight decades of operations through specialised expertise and established relationships with Whanganui's motoring community. The business serves as a practical resource for customers requiring targeted brake and clutch solutions rather than generalised servicing.
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