Compare Ford Kuga welding repair quotes from specialist garages

Ford was the first carmaker to introduce a vehicle assembly line, speeding up the process of production and bringing cars to more people than ever before. The brand's motorsport credentials are equally impressive. In the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans race, Ford ended Ferrari's six-year winning streak, beating the likes of Porsche and Lamborghini to the title with an ever-popular GT40.

Jim Morrison, the lead singer of rock band The Doors, famously adored his 1967 Ford Shelby GT500, the only car he ever owned. It is a mystery to this day where the vehicle ended up after his death.

Find out the average price of a Ford service or MOT here, or read this guide to see how Ford's maintenance costs compare with Vauxhall and Volkswagen.

The Ford Kuga, a compact SUV that debuted in 2008, has become a leader in the crossover segment, earning praise for its safety and design features. In 2013, it was awarded the Euro NCAP Advanced Award for its Active City Stop technology, which calculates the risk of hitting a slow-moving or stationary object and pre-charges the braking system for maximum responsiveness.

More recently, the Kuga was crowned 'Mid-Size SUV of the Year' at the 2020 Auto Express Awards, reflecting its enduring popularity. Common issues with the Kuga include coolant leaks and keyless locking issues.

Car welding involves joining materials using extreme heat without the need for a binding material. Three main methods are used in the automotive industry: metal inert gas welding (MIG), plasma arc welding (PAW) and tungsten inert gas welding (TIG).

You can use car welding services for bodywork repairs and bigger structural jobs. For example, you might fix electrical problems, a rust patch, a cracked panel or a broken muffler using welding. Expert exhaust welders are common since this component often needs to be repaired using the above techniques.

The difference between a coded welder vs regular welder is that the former has taken an exam using a particular welding configuration. Unless the damage is minimal, you should try to book a coded welder.

Some mechanics may offer mobile car welding services near you, so it's worth researching as this could save you a trip to the garage.