Inside D&D Autos Success - 36 MOTs a day!
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From sweeping floors to running 36 MOTs a day...
We sit down with Matthew Pestridge of D&D Autos to talk
family business, garage growth, diagnostics, and
why the trade’s future looks brighter than ever.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Alex and Nathan welcome Matthew Pestridge and introduce his family-run garage in Ashford.
1:00 - The story of how Matthew's dad founded D&D Autos back in 1993.
4:00 - Matthew shares early memories, family roles, and what made him join the trade.
7:00 - How Matt learned the ropes, from college days to running the business.
10:00 - The move to an 11,000 sq ft site during the 2008 crash — and surviving it.
17:00 - Why D&D Autos invest heavily in upskilling, tools, and ADAS calibration.
25:00 - How three siblings keep a large, busy garage running without fallouts.
31:00 - Matthew's take on hiring, training, and keeping good people in the trade.
45:00 - Looking ahead to a second site and growing the D&D Autos brand.
58:00 - Matthew’s advice on growth, teamwork, and staying hands-on with the trade.