Automotive Consulting Engineers Ltd

We are a privately owned company providing that personal feel, which only small companies can, since 1993. ACE opened for business in of that year to provide inspection services to Mechanical Breakdown Insurance Companies in the UK and since then has spread to include Leasing Companies and Legal Advisers. We have completed approximately 100,000 inspections in the last 6 years alone and we are one of the leading independent Consulting Motor Engineers in the UK dealing with most, if not all, vehicle examination needs and requirements.

We have engineering consultancy resources across the UK and our services include general and specific types of examinations on cars and commercial vehicles. We provide a “one-stop” facility for our clients for information and guidance. We work closely with forensic science labs; oil and fuel labs and metallurgists where necessary. Accuracy, fairness and competitive pricing are key...

Our consultants are some of the best experts in the UK and we comply with the Civil Procedure Rules CPR35 (Click CPR35 Button Details), which is fundamental to our company ethos and although not regulated by the FSA, we believe in the principles of the Treating Customers Fairly (Click Treating Customers Fairly Button Details) .

CPR35 - We comply with the Civil Procedure Rules CPR35

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  1. Oil and Fuel Analysis

    Oil and Fuel Analysis

    Oil and fuel analysis and filter testing are used on an every day basis to provide further assistance into fuel or oil related issues and this is now aided by the use of filter testing.  Tyre analysis can provide detailed reasoning for tyre failures in service. We also utilise metallurgy with regards to the fractures in a material that need a more extensive detail finding.  We have also had environmental tests done and stability checks using the latest technology. Our ultimate aim is to provide a very comprehensive report on a particular defect or issue.

  2. Post Purchase Inspection

    Post Purchase Inspection

    Our engineers can look for a fault without bias, providing an accurate and a systematic explanation of events.

  3. Pre Purchase Inspection

    Pre Purchase Inspection

    All our inspection checklists include a road test to examine the condition of important features such as the steering and braking, and give a clear idea as to whether a vehicle is roadworthy. 

    A Premium pre-purchase inspection typically takes between two and three hours, depending on the vehicle, where it is situated and its condition.

    The Standard and Basic used car inspections usually take between one and two hours.

  4. Road Worthiness Inspection

    Road Worthiness Inspection

    ACE offer a number of inspections specifically designed for commercial vehicle operators. We have introduced PMI (Pre-Maintenance Inspection) to complement the maintenance schedule in place and provide an independent check that the service the vehicle is receiving is adequate. We provide garage and vehicle auditing, confirming the servicing agent has the expertise and equipment to maintain the vehicles entrusted to them and that fleets are receiving the correct daily checks.

  5. Tachograph Training

    Tachograph Training

    ACE Soloutions Training is an industrial training provider and was set up in order to give a training provision to the Industry and to specialise in LGV driver training. We have in-house or on customer site examinations and direct certification for Fork Lift Truck handling, manual handling and on going programmes for Warehousing and Certificate Of Professional Competence. Over the years we have been very successful thanks to our valued clientèle.

    We have developed our training skills and now include Airport Security, NVQ Assessment, Manual Handling and preparation of reports and action plans for clients in matters concerning Area Traffic Commissioner Inquiries into operator’s license investigations.Our systems are regularly monitored in order to maintain standards and consistency.

    All employed staff not only have many years of occupational competence in the field but also hold appropriate qualifications. Those involved in assessments all hold TDLB D32 D33 and D34 as a minimum. We are members of the Road Haulage Association (RHA). The day-to-day management of training programmes is the responsibility of Mr George Farndale.

  6. Vehicle Examinations

    Vehicle Examinations

    Do you need an expert on vehicle problems?
    Then look no further! We are just at the end of a phone!
    For a FREE, no obligation, consultation
    call us on 01274 753418
     

    Vehicle examinations are not just another inspection to us at ACE. We are passionate about providing a professional and friendly service to our customers whether you are a private customer or a corporate organisation. We are a privately owned company providing that personal feel, which only small companies can. Our consultants are some of the best experts in the UK . You can trust us with your second most expensive asset and we will not let you down.

    We comply with the Civil Procedure Rules CPR35 and this is fundamental to our company ethos and although not regulated by the FSA, we believe in the principles of the Treating Customers Fairly.

  7. Vehicle Inspection

    Vehicle Inspection

    Vehicle examinations are not just another inspection to us at ACE. We are passionate about providing a professional and friendly service to our customers whether you are a private customer or a corporate organisation. We are a privately owned company providing that personal feel, which only small companies can. Our consultants are some of the best experts in the UK . You can trust us with your second most expensive asset and we will not let you down.

    We comply with the Civil Procedure Rules CPR35 and this is fundamental to our company ethos and although not regulated by the FSA, we believe in the principles of the Treating Customers Fairly.

  8. Vehicle Inspection Service

    Vehicle Inspection Service

    Do you need an expert on vehicle problems?
    Then look no further! We are just at the end of a phone!
    For a FREE, no obligation, consultation
    call us on 01274 753418
     

  9. Vehicle Rejections

    Vehicle Rejections

    ACE offer a number of inspections specifically designed for commercial vehicle operators. We have introduced PMI (Pre-Maintenance Inspection) to complement the maintenance schedule in place and provide an independent check that the service the vehicle is receiving is adequate. We provide garage and vehicle auditing, confirming the servicing agent has the expertise and equipment to maintain the vehicles entrusted to them and that fleets are receiving the correct daily checks.

    Pre- Purchase Inspections for providing help in the purchase of a vehicle are also available.

    Cost Control:

    We provide the best and most effective cost / repair option, levelling the playing field for the customer on difficult technical issues. Our experience and expertise can help resolve issues that are proving difficult to understand and bring to a suitable and correct conclusion.

    What Do I Get?

    We can also help and complete independent operator licensing system checks, confirming that systems are robust and capable of withstanding auditing. We can further provide an independent view to help and resolve garage and warranty disputes and we offer special rates for RHA (ROAD HAULAGE ASSOCIATION) Members as an additional benefit.

  10. Warranty Claims

    Warranty Claims

    At ACE we can provide help and support with legal cases and have many years of experience, both in court and as providing witness reports as evidence in chief. We provide full support following the report submission and a one stop facility for forensic analysis of vehicle issues or documentary reporting, for Mechanical examinations, Laboratory service, Accident damage assessment, fire investigations, witness statements, accident investigation, locus reports and post accident repair assistance to ensure that the repairs undertaken are in line with the final repair invoice and have been carried out to a commercially acceptable standard. The reports are designed with court application in mind.