H&L Motors

H&L Motors: a family-run workshop in Twickenham since 1953

H&L Motors is a family business based in Twickenham (Middlesex) that began trading in 1953. Founded by Henry Laney, it started as a one-man workshop and has grown into a full-service repair centre. In 2023 the company celebrated its 70th anniversary, highlighting three generations of the Laney family at the helm. Jonathon Laney, the third generation, currently runs the business and is actively involved in day-to-day operations.

Services for all types of vehicles

The workshop offers a full range of servicing and repair services, including:

• Routine servicing
• MOT testing
• Diagnostics
• Air conditioning
• Electric vehicles
• Land Rover Defender
• Accident management
• Paint & Body Centre
• Wheel and tyre centre
• Prestigious & specialist vehicle services
• Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)

The company presents itself as a repair and servicing specialist with manufacturer approval. Its paint and bodywork workshop is approved by several leading brands, including Audi, Volkswagen, Seat and Skoda, and carries out hundreds of high-quality repairs each year for drivers across the UK.

Team and technology

H&L Motors has a team of 40 highly trained technicians. The company states that it continually invests in technology to guarantee an efficient, faultless service. Among the equipment they use are Road Force balancing and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

History and evolution

H&L Motors' journey reflects constant adaptation. In the 1960s, Henry Laney expanded the services with MOT testing, bodywork repairs and painting, and a new workshop. In the 1970s, when the landlord put the premises up for sale, he obtained a loan to buy the property, a decision that enabled decades of investment and diversification. In 1982, his son Peter took control, and during the 1980s and 1990s investment intensified in paint technologies, aluminium welding and new workshops, as well as a refresh of the brand image and the loyalty programme. In 1999, Jonathon Laney joined, driving forward the areas of complex diagnostics and vehicle programming.

Environmental commitment

The company declares its commitment to carbon neutrality and maintains an environmental policy, available on its website.

Loyalty programme and finance

H&L Motors has a customer loyalty programme. In addition, the website announces the availability of 0% finance for essential repairs.

Customer recognition

The website features numerous customer testimonials highlighting professionalism, communication and quality of work. Experiences are mentioned with bodywork repairs, exhaust fitting, solving vibrations through Road Force balancing and MOT services. Customers value the service received and the resolution of problems.

Location and contact

70 – 72 Wellington Road, Twickenham, Middlesex, TW2 5NX · Phone: 020 8977 5865 · Email: contact@hlmotors.co.uk