we used to use the test drive to kill two birds with one stone to test the vehicle and pick up anything we needed. Was also a treat for the apprentice to get out the garage for 5 mins. Prob a mouthy lad which is why he got sacked. Makes me glad I’m a mobile patrol these days and can stop and get something when I like!
Also hate it when mechanics are referred to as such one second and then to being technicians in the same story. Americanisms. Had a dealer call me a ‘technician’ the other day and I said no mate I’m a mechanic!
Feel a bit sorry for the owner of the garage now that this is hitting the national newspapers and our local media. 5 Minutes of madness to wreck his business.