Approved Bodyshop & Repair Centres

Looking for reliable, insurance-approved car body repairs near you?

Drive Motor Retail operates award-winning accident repair centres across the UK, offering expert vehicle repairs for all makes and models — from minor dents and scratches to major structural damage.

Whether you're a private car owner, fleet manager, or an insurance company, we provide fast, high-quality, and fully guaranteed accident repair services. Our certified technicians use the latest equipment and manufacturer-approved methods to restore your vehicle to its original condition.

•  All repairs insurance-approved
•  Courtesy cars available
•  Quick turnaround with collection & delivery options
•  Fully guaranteed work
   

We currently have bodyshops in Bristol, Bury St Edmunds, Darlington, Hartlepool, Leicester, Redcar, Stockton-on-Tees & Weston-super-Mare - View our bodyshop locations here

Expert Car Body Repairs for All Makes & Models

Our bodyshops handle everything from scratch and dent removal to structural damage repair and full resprays – no job is too big or small.

Our services include:

• Car accident repairs
• Panel, bumper & paintwork repair
• SMART & cosmetic repairs
• Electric & hybrid vehicle repair
• Insurance claim assistance
• Lease return & fleet refurbishment
• OEM parts & diagnostic recalibration

With a network of trusted auto body repair centres located conveniently across the UK, we’ll ensure your vehicle looks as good as new - quickly and professionally.

Approved Accident Repair Centres – Backed by Industry Leaders

Part of one of the UK’s leading dealership groups, Drive Motor Retail Ltd operates a network of 8 manufacturer-approved Bodyshop centres, located across the country.

We work in partnership with:

• Leading vehicle manufacturers
• UK insurance providers
• Accident claims companies
• Fleet and lease operators
• Private vehicle owners

We are proud members of the Fix Auto UK crash repair network, trusted for our first-class customer service, advanced repair methods, and excellent reputation in every local area we serve.

If you would like more advice on Drive Accident Management or our Repair Centres, please call us today on 03 300120117.

Multi Award Winning Bodyshops

Drive has celebrated a series of prestigious awards and recognitions, showcasing its commitment to excellence in the automotive industry including: 

• ABP Bodyshop Group of the Year 2025 (Winner)
• Stellantis "Stellar" Repairer Award 2024 (Darlington)
• South East Enterprise "Best Customer Repair Partner" Award 2024 (Bury St Edmunds)
• Bodyshop Awards - Bodyshop Group of the Year 2024 (Highly commended)
• NBRA Greener Bodyshop Awards 2024 (Finalist)

A huge well done to the team for all their hard work and commitment to help us achieve these accolades, as winners truly earn their status.