Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Motoring Partner Since 1953
Established in 1953 and based in Derby, Jg Bestwick has built a reputation as a trusted provider of automotive services and products. Our family-owned business combines decades of expertise with membership in the A1 Automotive Group, enabling us to offer competitive pricing and access to industry-leading resources. We specialise in car parts, MOT testing, diagnostics, key cutting, and mobile servicing for caravans, motorhomes, and horse trailers. Our team of experienced professionals delivers tailored solutions, from routine maintenance to complex repairs, with a focus on customer satisfaction.With over 90 years of combined experience, we prioritise transparency, quality workmanship, and personalised service. Our commitment to innovation ensures we stay ahead of industry trends while maintaining traditional values of reliability and integrity. Whether you require emergency roadside assistance or scheduled servicing, our goal is to provide peace of mind through dependable, cost-effective solutions that meet the diverse needs of motorists in Derby and surrounding areas.
Services
Car Parts Supply
MOT Servicing
Key Cutting
Horse Trailer Servicing
Towbar Installation
Caravan Maintenance
Battery Replacement
Diagnostic Testing
Parking Sensors
Number Plate Production
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- We have over 90 years combined experience in automotive services
- Our mobile engineers service caravans and horse trailers at your location
- We offer price-matching on high street competitors for identical products
- Our team includes Cito-certified caravan service engineers with 25+ years' experience
- We provide same-day key cutting and emergency battery replacement services
Associations and certifications
- A1 Automotive Group
What people say
Professional staff
Competitive pricing
Mobile services
Quick turnaround
Expert knowledge
Services
Car Parts Supply
We supply thousands of automotive spare parts including wiper blades, bulbs, batteries, filters, and timing belts. Our inventory covers cars, motorbikes, and commercial vehicles with most items available for immediate fitting. Competitive pricing and price-matching available.
MOT Servicing
DVSA-approved MOT testing with pre-test checks and free re-tests within 10 days. Our experienced technicians perform comprehensive inspections covering brakes, lights, emissions, and safety systems. Servicing packages include oil changes and component replacements.
Key Cutting
While-you-wait key duplication for house, car, and business premises. We cut standard and security keys including Yale, Avocet, and Everest brands. Repair services for remote control fobs and transponder key programming available.
Horse Trailer Servicing
Comprehensive mobile servicing for horse trailers including brake checks, tyre inspections, and safety systems verification. Our Cito-certified engineer provides on-site diagnostics and repairs for Ifor Williams, Wessex, and Richardson models across Derbyshire.
Towbar Installation
Professional towbar fitting for cars and commercial vehicles. We install fixed and detachable towbars with soldered electrical connections and CAN bus compatibility. Includes 13-pin socket options and annual safety checks.
People
Alan
Caravan Service Engineer
Cito-certified engineer with 25+ years' experience in caravan servicing. Specialises in gas safety, electrical systems, and habitation maintenance. Provides mobile services across Derbyshire and surrounding counties.
Questions
Do you offer mobile servicing for caravans and horse trailers?
Yes, we provide mobile servicing across Derbyshire and surrounding areas including Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire.
Can you cut high-security keys?
We cut and program Yale, Avocet, Rockdoor, and Everest security keys with specialist equipment.
Are your MOT services DVSA-approved?
Yes, our MOT testing centre is fully DVSA-certified with qualified technicians.
Do you price-match competitors?
We offer price-matching on identical products from high street competitors.
Can you install towbars on modern vehicles?
Yes, we fit towbars with CAN bus compatibility and 13-pin electrical systems.
Do you service Thule roof boxes?
As Thule partners, we supply and fit roof boxes, bars, and cycle carriers.
