Female motorists call for women only garages

The majority of women feel intimidated taking their car to the garage and many would prefer female only garages, a new poll has revealed.

Women's car insurance specialist, Diamond asked more than 4,000 women from across the country for their thoughts on cars and motoring. The poll found not only do more than half (52%) of women find taking their car to the garage daunting, a third (31%) would prefer the comfort and reassurance of women only garages.

The Diamond Women and Their Cars Survey also showed a further 60% of women find car sales people patronising, and a third would prefer to buy a car from a woman given the choice.

Sian Lewis, managing director of Diamond said, "Today's generation of female motorists are knowledgeable about cars and many do basic servicing themselves. According to our research over 70% of women know how to check the oil, water and tyre pressure on their car.

"However garages still seem to be very much men's domain and can be intimidating for some women. Women only garages could make for a more comfortable experience."

19 to 25 year olds are the least confident when taking their car to the garage, compared to the over 55s who are the most confident. 57% of the younger women feel intimidated by garages, compared to only 37% of the over 55s.

All Diamond car insurance policies come with Diamond's Best Friend Garage Network which means you may never have to deal with a garage again! Whenever your car needs a service, MOT or a repair, Diamond's Best Friends Garage Network who will deal with all aspects of the service for you, from getting a quote, to booking a date and even arranging collection and delivery of your car with the garage.

Garages in the network are constantly monitored and have to work hard to maintain their position in the network, so you can be reassured you'll get a good standard of service and fair prices.

Diamond's Best Friends Club contains advice and information on car maintenance, checking oil levels, tyre pressure, water cooling and changing a wheel.