Meet the Team
Tom Ruggles
Beginning his first job at a local service and MOT centre back in 2009, Tom brings a wealth of industry experience having worked at a mix of independents and franchised dealers including Vauxhall, Kia and Mazda.
As well as regular servicing and repair, Tom specialises in Ford Ecoboost wet belt replacements, electrical diagnosis and wiring issues.
Hobbies & Interests: Playing Golf and DJing.
Director - Technician
Harry Shadrack
After studying vehicle mechanics at college, Harry first begun his career within the main dealer environment before embarking on several years at independent garages.
Drawing on his franchised dealer experience within Audi, Renault and BMW, he brings a wealth of skills and knowledge specialising in our Ford Transit wet belt replacement, replacement of timing chains, electrical diagnosis as well as our AutoTuner diagnostic software for DPF and AdBlue solutions.
Hobbies & Interests: Dog Walking, Golf
Director - Technician
Chris Kirby
Chris started his motor industry career as a service booking advisor for Ford, before moving to BMW enjoying a career as both Service Advisor and Sales Executive.
After leaving BMW, he continued his role as a sales executive for a local used car dealer from 2013 - 2023, before starting at Ignition Autos where he brings with him many years experience in customer service providing a front of house service for our customers.
Hobbies & Interests: On-Call Firefighter, Sailing
Director - Operations
Lola & Zadie
Providing a vital role in their joint position as Head of Wellbeing, Lola and Zadie enjoy causing chaoes when they visit the workshop.
When not working, they enjoy long walks and cuddling up on the sofa.
The highlight of their career so far is being involved in National "Bring Your Dog To Work" Day."
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Ignition Autos specialises in AdBlue & DPF repairs and fault code removal as well as wet belt replacements for Ford Transit, Focus and Fiesta models.
We also provide pre-sale inspection and repairs for local traders and car dealers who require stock refurbishment prior to sale. Contact us below for more details.
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