Vauxhall has launched a new service and maintenance plan which allows customers to pay a fixed monthly charge.

Customers can choose to pay £29.99 a month covers routine servicing and wear and tear on things like brakes, tyres and exhaust systems.

John Deed, Vauxhall aftersales marketing manager, said: "Most motorists today appreciate the importance of routine servicing.

"But it is not easy to predict how much the cost of wear and tear on your car can add up to over the first three years. Our new initiative ensures that there are no nasty surprises further down the road."

All parts and labour costs for routine servicing and additional essential repairs to any wear and tear items are covered, including disc and drum brakes, clutches, steering joints, shock absorbers, exhausts and wiper blades.

The new service and maintenance plan is designed to complement Vauxhall’s standard three year manufacturer’s warranty. It does not cover accidental or malicious damage, which would normally be covered through the owner’s insurance policy.