RAC Auto Windscreens has been named as the top automotive glazing company after winning the "best glass repair company" category at the Fleet News Awards 2006.
RAC Auto Windscreens has been named as the top automotive glazing company after winning the "best glass repair company" category at the Fleet News Awards 2006.
The "best glass repair company" award is presented to the company which offers the highest standards of service in the repair and replacement of windscreens and side glass. This includes the speed of response to client needs, the quality of work carried out and the management of authorisation and invoicing processes.
RAC Auto Windscreens is the recommended supplier to more than 70% of the *UK’s top 50 contract hire and leasing companies. The range of new initiatives, many aimed at fleets, won the day for RAC Auto Windscreens. Judges also commented on the internal projects that "demonstrated investment in people and an ongoing commitment to customer service".
RAC Auto Windscreens managing director, Mark Hughes, commented: “This is a huge coup for the company. The Fleet News Awards are the Oscars of the fleet industry. The award for ‘best glass repair company’ 2006 aptly recognises the progress the business has made during the last 12 months and we are delighted and very proud of our achievement.”
RAC Auto Windscreens is committed to meeting the automotive glazing needs of all its fleet customers 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In addition to its UK-wide network of fitting centres and 1,000-strong fully equipped mobile technician fleet, the company also has a dedicated team of specialist glazing technicians, which has expertise in all types of plant, marine, rail and agricultural glazing.
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RAC press office contact:
Anna Melton on (01246 223192 / 07800 628008)
*Source: FN50 2005
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About RAC
With around seven million members, RAC is one of the UK's most progressive motoring organizations, providing services for both private and business motorists. Whether it's roadside assistance, windscreen repair and replacement, learning to drive, vehicle inspections and checks, legal and financial services or up-to-the-minute traffic and travel information - RAC is able to meet motorists’ needs. RAC incorporates BSM, RAC Auto Windscreens, RAC Direct Insurance and HPI.
Aviva bought RAC last year. The acquisition brings together RAC's powerful brand and customer base with the expertise and leading position in motor insurance of Norwich Union Insurance (part of Aviva). Norwich Union is the UK's largest insurer, insuring one-in-seven motor vehicles and with a market share of around 14%.
About RAC Auto Windscreens
RAC Auto Windscreens provides a wholly owned and operated complete automotive glazing repair and replacement service (windscreens, rear windows and side windows) through the largest fitting centre network in the UK.
It is the only replacement windscreen specialist with its own manufacturing operation, producing 250,000 windscreens a year in a dedicated factory in Chesterfield.
Backed by a fleet of 1000 fully equipped mobile fitting units, RAC Auto Windscreens provides a true 24/7 national service for more than 750,000 private and corporate customers every year.