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Motorhome & Caravan Services

Derby’s Motorhome & Caravan Specialists

Expert repairs, MOT testing and tag axle specialists. Powerhouse Motor Engineers brings decades of experience to keeping your leisure vehicle roadworthy and reliable.

Specialist Motorhome & Caravan Services

Finding a garage with genuine motorhome and caravan expertise can be challenging. At Powerhouse Motor Engineers, we’re specialists in leisure vehicle maintenance and repair, with particular expertise in tag axle systems that many garages can’t handle.

Whether you’re preparing for a touring holiday, need an MOT for your motorhome, or require repairs to get you back on the road, our experienced team has the knowledge and equipment to help.

Our Motorhome & Caravan Services

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Motorhome MOT Testing

Comprehensive MOT testing carried out by our qualified testers who understand the specific requirements of motorhomes.

2.

Servicing & Maintenance

Regular servicing to manufacturer standards, keeping your leisure vehicle reliable and roadworthy.

3.

Repairs

From brake systems to suspension, we diagnose and repair mechanical issues efficiently and effectively.

4.

Tag Axle Specialists

We’re one of the few garages with expertise in tag axle systems – complex mechanisms that require specialist knowledge.

5.

Pre-Trip Checks

Peace of mind inspections before you head off on holiday, catching potential issues before they spoil your plans.

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Tyre Supply & Fitting

Quality tyres for motorhomes and caravans, professionally fitted by our expert team.

Why Choose Powerhouse for Your Leisure Vehicle?

Genuine Specialists

We have real expertise in motorhome and caravan mechanics, not just general vehicle knowledge applied to a bigger vehicle.

Tag Axle Expertise

Our tag axle knowledge is rare in the industry. We understand these systems thoroughly and can maintain and repair them properly.

Qualified Team

Our technicians are apprentice-trained with decades of combined experience, led by Master Technician Brian.

Honest Service

Leisure vehicles can be expensive to maintain, so we’re particularly committed to honest assessments and fair pricing. We’ll never recommend unnecessary work.

Experienced MOT Testers

Our qualified MOT testers understand the specific requirements for motorhome testing.

Location Doesn’t Matter

If you can get your vehicle to our Derby facility, we’re happy to help, wherever you’re based.

    Motorhome & Caravan Maintenance Matters

    Leisure vehicles often sit unused for months, making regular maintenance even more important than standard cars. Brakes can seize, tyres can deteriorate, and mechanical systems can develop issues when not used regularly.

    Regular servicing and pre-season checks ensure your motorhome or caravan is safe and reliable when you need it. It also protects your investment – these vehicles represent significant expenditure, and proper maintenance preserves their value.

    Tag Axle Systems Explained

    Tag axles are additional axles fitted to larger motorhomes to increase load capacity and improve stability. They’re complex systems requiring specialist knowledge for maintenance and repair – knowledge that many general garages simply don’t have.

    Our team understands tag axle mechanics thoroughly, from raising and lowering systems to brake integration and suspension setup. When you need tag axle work, you need genuine specialists – that’s us.

    Get Expert Care for Your Leisure Vehicle

    Don’t trust your motorhome or caravan to just any garage. Contact Powerhouse Motor Engineers for specialist service from a team who genuinely understand these vehicles.