The holiday season is upon us, and there's nothing more exciting than planning a Christmas getaway. The joy of hitting the open road, with festive tunes and a car packed full of gifts and laughter, is a quintessential part of the Australian Christmas experience. However, the last thing you want is for car trouble to put a damper on your holiday cheer. That's why regular car servicing is essential, especially as the busy Christmas period approaches.

Ensure a Safe Christmas Journey with Regular Car Servicing

First things first, let's talk timing. Many workshops, including Autotech Bunbury in Bunbury, get extremely busy in the lead-up to Christmas. With most of them closing for the holiday period, booking early is crucial. Avoid the last-minute scramble and the potential disappointment of a fully booked garage by scheduling your service as early as possible. This foresight not only ensures your car is in prime condition for your road trip but also keeps your holiday stress-free and enjoyable.

Regular car servicing is the backbone of vehicle maintenance, ensuring your ride is safe, efficient, and reliable. During a typical service, a range of mechanical tasks are performed to check and maintain the car's optimal performance. Here's what you can expect:

1. Oil and Filter Change: 
Fresh oil and a clean filter are vital for keeping your engine running smoothly. They help in reducing wear and tear and preventing overheating during long drives. A smoothly operating engine is also more efficient which helps to keep your fuel usage down, translating to savings in the hip pocket.

2. Brake Inspection: 
Ensuring your brakes are responsive is crucial, especially during the holiday season when traffic can be unpredictable. A service includes checking brake pads, fluid levels, and the overall brake system to make sure it is up to the task of keeping you and your passengers safe on your holiday travels.

3. Tyre Check and Rotation: 
Properly inflated and aligned tyres are essential for a safe trip. Your mechanic will inspect for wear and rotate the tyres for even usage, enhancing grip and fuel efficiency. Good tyres also go a long way towards lessening driver fatigue, an issue you can do without when trying to enjoy a relaxing holiday.

4. Battery Test: 
The last thing you need on a remote road is a dead battery. Regular servicing includes testing the battery's health and connections to help ensure you don't find yourself stranded in the middle of nowhere with a vehicle that won't start.

5. Fluid Level Check: 
From coolant to transmission fluid, ensuring all fluids are at optimal levels prevents breakdowns and keeps your car running smoothly. Knowing all your fluids are in good condition and at the appropriate levels gives you added peace of mind that your car is ready

6. Lights and Wipers: 
Visibility is key, so all lights and wipers are checked to ensure they’re functioning correctly, preparing you for all driving conditions.

Embarking on a road trip is an adventure, and having peace of mind knowing your vehicle is in top condition is priceless. Having a professional mechanic, backed by a nationwide warranty, service your car before you hit the road gives you confidence in the safety and reliability of your vehicle. Autotech Bunbury offers this assurance, with expert technicians who are part of the Repco Auto Tech training program, keeping up-to-date with modern vehicle repair methods.

This means you’re not just relying on a routine check but entrusting your vehicle to skilled professionals who understand the intricacies of your car. In the unlikely event that something goes awry during your travels, a nationwide warranty ensures that help is never far away, no matter where your holiday takes you.

Regular car servicing isn’t just about preparing for a single trip; it’s about long-term benefits that enhance your driving experience. Here are some key advantages:

Improved Safety: 
By addressing potential issues early, regular servicing ensures your vehicle is safe, reducing the risk of accidents.

Increased Longevity: 
Keeping up with maintenance tasks prolongs the life of your car, meaning fewer replacements and repairs over time.

Better Performance and Efficiency: 
A well-maintained car runs more efficiently, saving you money on fuel and improving performance.

Enhanced Resale Value: 
A car with a comprehensive service history is more attractive to buyers, ensuring a higher resale value.

The spirit of Christmas is about joy, togetherness, and creating lasting memories. Don't let vehicle issues spoil this special time of year. By prioritizing regular servicing at Autotech Bunbury, you're investing in a stress-free holiday, ensuring every journey is safe and enjoyable.

So, take action today. Book your car in for a service with Autotech Bunbury before the Christmas rush begins, and experience the peace of mind that comes with knowing your vehicle is in expert hands.

Whether you're staying local in Bunbury or venturing further afield, a well-maintained car is the best gift you can give yourself this Christmas. Safe travels and happy holidays...

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Prepare Your Car for a Stress-Free Christmas Holiday with Regular Servicing

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Autotech Bunbury extends heartfelt appreciation to the community for their unwavering support over the past decade. As a family-owned workshop, they are committed to delivering top-quality automotive services in Bunbury. Founded in 2014 and operated by Dan and Emma Troy, Autotech Bunbury has earned the trust and admiration of the community over the years, thanks to their steadfast dedication to excellence.

Autotech Bunbury celebrate 10 years in business with local award...

Specialising in a comprehensive range of services, including car servicing, repairs, 24/7 RAC Roadside Contractor assistance, towing services, and car key solutions, Autotech Bunbury has built a reputation for reliability and quality. Their focus on customer satisfaction has not only cultivated a loyal clientele but also led to their recognition at the 2024 Bunbury Geographic Business Excellence Awards, where they won in the Business with Six to Ten Employees category on Saturday, August 3rd.

Mrs. Troy expressed her heartfelt thanks, noting the uplifting sense of community spirit throughout the event.

“I was grateful for the uplifting community spirit that was felt throughout the night. I am grateful to the team at BGCCI who truly went above and beyond. Their efforts made the event special and memorable” Mrs Troy said of the event, according to the South Western Times

The Autotech Bunbury team is deeply grateful to the local community, their supportive business network, and most importantly, their dedicated staff. The collective support they’ve received has been crucial to their success.

Join the many satisfied customers who have experienced the exceptional service at Autotech Bunbury. Whether you require routine maintenance or urgent repairs, their skilled team is ready to deliver service that consistently exceeds expectations.

Conveniently located in Bunbury, Autotech Bunbury (MRB5787)

Autotech Bunbury are also an RAC Authorised Roadside Assist Contractor. If you find yourself stuck somewhere, whether it be out of fuel, a flat battery, locked keys inside the vehicle, wheel or tyre issues or a host of other problems, Autotech Bunbury can get you back on track fast. If we can't fix your vehicle in place we also offer a full tilt tray vehicle recovery service through our dedicated recovery team at ATB Towing.

RAC Authorised Roadside Assist and 24/7 Vehicle Recovery in Bunbury

We understand that breakdowns are never planned so we have teamed up with some BNPL companies for your convenience. Ask our team about payment options on booking. 

Easy payment options - Autotech Bunbury now offer the convenience of Afterpay  and Paypal Pay In 4

Our flexible payment options also include Cash, Direct Deposit, EFT, EFTPOS, MasterCard, and Visa and you can rest easy in the knowledge that we will never undertake any work on your vehicle unless we discuss it with you first.

We specialise in car servicing for European Vehicles with specialist technicians and Equipment on site for Volkswagen Audi Group Diagnostics. Autotech Bunbury work on all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles, 4x4 and diesel vehicles. 

We are equipped to work on a broad range of cars from European to Japanese and of course the Aussie greats. 

We also offer Fleet Maintenance Services and are authorised service/ repairers for a number of fleet companies, such as FleetCare, Custom Fleet, Fleetplus, SG Fleet, EasiFleet, Fleet Card, and RAS Affiliated Fleet Partners.

We pride ourselves on our workmanship and clarity and strive to be as upfront and clear as we can.

Services we offer include Logbook Service, Mechanical repairs and upgrades, Fleet Work, Brake Repairs and Service, Air Conditioning Work, Suspension Servicing, Repairs and Upgrades, Cooling System Servicing and Repairs, Transmission Servicing and Repairs, Diagnostics, Auto Electrical, Tyres, Batteries, Warranty Repairs & Towing.

Our fully qualified log book servicing ensures your car is in safe hands, and we provide quality car service and repairs on all models.

With a very spacious automotive workshop we can handle a large variety of servicing and repairs of all kinds of vehicles from passenger car to 4WD's, Vans, light trucks etc

Autotech Bunbury care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioning service (AU36994). ARC Approved Car Air Conditioning Servicing reduces Fuel Costs and protects your health. 

In addition to this knowledge we also have the tools and the experience to work on almost all makes and models of vehicles and offer log book servicing to newer as well as older models. Dan has a huge European and Japanese car background and another of our Service Technicians is an Aussie car genius, giving us the ability to provide the best of both worlds, servicing and repairing both local and imported vehicles.

Honesty and clarity in Bunbury car service

Autotech Bunbury take pride in our workmanship and clarity of reporting. Our goal is to be as upfront and open as we can and explain what needs to be undertaken in a clear and understandable manner.

With our service we include a full vehicle inspection, it offers clarity between ourselves and the customer with regard to the condition of their vehicle.

We NEVER carry out any unauthorised work without the customers' confirmed consent.

We aim to provide the best customer service that we can and treat everyone and their vehicles with respect.

2018 Southwest Small Business Awards WOW winner for Customer Excellence, Autotech Bunbury take great pride in offering our clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs, as well as clarity in our service.

Owners Dan and Emma opened Autotech Bunbury as a husband wife team in 2014. As a family owned business we understand the importance of ensuring our clients cars are not only operating at their most efficient, but also that they are as safe as they can be – Holding standards at a high level.

Since opening AutoTech our business has grown exponentially through word of mouth and in speaking to our customers we are told it is our straightforward, approachable and personable attitudes that gives AutoTech its edge.

We aim to be as upfront and open as we can. We have the ability to work on a broad range of cars from European to Japanese and of course the Aussie greats. 

We believe that motorists in Bunbury deserve the very best in customer service and technical expertise, that's why we choose to be a part of Australia's largest independent network of mechanical workshops, proudly backed by the biggest name in the business - Repco. 

Personal service with Nationwide Warranty

We joined the Repco Authorised Service network in 2016, meaning we are now able to proudly stand with other stores offering Nationwide Warranty on our workmanship and parts. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring only the very best in automotive care.

Our Business is also a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

Our professionally equipped Bunbury workshop is well placed to offer complete car service and repairs in and around Bunbury and the southwest, including Australind, Eaton, Dalyellup, South Bunbury, Boyanup, Burekup, Capel, East Bunbury, Myalup and surrounding suburbs. 

We also have a range of Batteries and Tyres to help you keep your car safely on the road.

So rest assured - with an Autotech Bunbury expert mechanic in charge of your regular car service - your car is in very safe hands.

For friendly car service from a trusted independent mechanic, you can rely on the team at Autotech Bunbury.

As your local Mechanic in Davenport, Auto Tech Bunbury take great pride in offering our clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs (MRB5787)...

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Bunbury

Auto Electrical servicing is one of the most important ways of keeping modern cars running efficiently and safely.

Cars have more electrical components in them than ever before and the list just seems to keep increasing. 

In addition to the traditional systems such as starter motors and simple systems like radios, the electrical systems of modern cars now need to cope with many more components. Such things as modern safety systems & controls and a range of electronic devices such as navigation systems and various entertainment devices all rely on your auto electrical system to function correctly.

Autotech Bunbury provide expert auto electrical service in Bunbury

Autotech Bunbury will inspect and test your electrical system to identify anything that is, or could be causing you problems. Our auto electrical services include testing, servicing, refitting and repairing a whole range of electrical components fitted to different types of vehicles including:

Parts of your auto electrical system requiring maintenance

Battery - The battery supplies the power required to start the engine 

Alternator - Maintains the charge in the battery while the car is moving 

Starter motor - uses power from the battery to start the engine 

Solenoid -administers power from the battery to the starter motor 

Voltage Regulator - Ensure the correct voltage level in the system 

Fuse Panel - Provides protection for electrical components in the car 

Connectors and Wires - connect the electrical system and close circuits 

The major components of a modern automotive electrical system tend to be interconnected and when one of these elements fails it will usually affect some, if not all of the other components, often making it difficult to determine exactly what the problem is.

Autotech Bunbury will conduct certain tests to allow us to quickly determine where the problem is and fix it with minimal hassle and inconvenience to you. That's real Peace of Mind. 

Common problems your auto electrical system may encounter

Alternator belt - the alternator recharges your battery by harnessing the power generated by the engine by means of a belt and transferring it to the battery. If the belt breaks, loses tension or comes loose the alternator will no longer be able to maintain the charge in the battery correctly 

Broken or loose wiring - If an important wire comes loose, breaks, wears out or melts you could have a problem using your electrical components or even starting your car. This can be a difficult problem to diagnose 

A flat battery - Flat batteries are a common problem. Accidentally leaving lights or other electrical items on without the engine running is often the cause. If yo can get the car going but after driving around or running the engine for a while, the battery goes flat again it means you have a problem elsewhere. The battery itself may need replacing, the alternator could be faulty, the voltage regulator has a problem or even a combination of these. Bring it in to Autotech Bunbury to get it checked out. 

Normal wear and tear - all of your cars parts are susceptible to wear and tear in some form or another. The cars battery, solenoid and voltage regulator are among the common auto electrical components known to cause problems due to normal wear and tear 

Blown fuses - Fuses in your car are a safety feature designed to protect your electrical components from serious damage from surges and overloads. They are there to protect expensive components. If you continually blow fuses give us a call. 

Car will not start despite having a good battery? The solenoid may not be working correctly.

Common signs that your car's electrical system may need a service

An odd growling or whining noise may indicate a problem with your alternator belt 

Dimming or flickering headlights could mean your voltage regulator is having problems 

Electrical items such as car stereo, lights, air conditioner and so on are just not working could be as simple as a blown fuse, though they may represent a deeper problem 

Hearing a loud clicking noise when turning the ignition key may be linked to a problem with your starter motor 

If there is no sound at all when you turn the key (the car doesn't start) - your solenoid could be at fault, particularly if the battery is known to be working correctly 

Smell of burning rubber or hot wires may be a problem with your alternator. Catching it early may prevent costly diagnosis of problems later so if there is a smell of burning or hot plastic come into our Bunbury workshop for an Auto Electrical check over.

You can Rely on Autotech Bunbury in Bunbury WA to identify and fix most auto electrical related problems

Auto Electrical servicing is one of the most important ways of keeping modern cars running efficiently and safely. Autotech Bunbury in Bunbury provide Auto Electrical Services with a nationwide warranty…

Auto electrical services in Bunbury

Keep your car running efficiently and safely

Your car's safety and roadworthiness is dependent on the “safety triangle,” consisting of the vehicle's ‘stopping, steering and stability' capabilities.

The suspension and shock absorbers are not just there to give you a smooth ride, they are an integral component in the correct operation of these three critical capabilities, therefore keeping you, your passengers and other road users safe. No matter how good your brakes are they will struggle to cope if the suspension is not doing its job too. 

Regular servicing and maintenance can help to prevent suspension problems, but if you do happen notice anything that seems amiss, contact Autotech Bunbury ASAP to get it checked out.

Autotech Bunbury are located in Bunbury and provide Suspension & Shock Absorber Service to customers in the surrounding areas as well.

Top Quality: As a part of the Repco Authorised Service Centre network all of the work we perform is backed by the Repco Nationwide Warranty 

The Right Parts: Our mechanics are kept up on all the latest parts thanks to Repco Authorised Service bulletins and we only use good quality parts & fluids. 

The Best Team: Our mechanics are well versed in many different makes and models including Australian, European and Japanese cars. From a fleet of vehicles to the family car, we are here for you

An important part of keeping all aspects of your vehicle working properly is to stick to your regular Log Book servicing schedule. However, if you notice any of the following symptoms you should get your vehicle checked out as soon as possible;

Autotech Bunbury suspension and shock absorber services include inspection, diagnosis, repairs and replacements (where Applicable) of Springs, Shock absorbers, Struts and Anti-sway bars, so we'll have your car fixed and back on the road in no time. 

For high quality Suspension & Shock Absorber Services in Bunbury and the surrounding areas at a competitive price, contact Autotech Bunbury

Get more useful information in Repco's Shock Absorbers Auto Facts Video

Your car's safety and roadworthiness is dependent on the “safety triangle,” consisting of the vehicle's ‘stopping, steering and stability' capabilities...

Stopping, steering and stability - The safety triangle

From the alternator to the battery to the spark plugs, these small parts must work in sync in order to get everything started. If your car is not starting properly or if it has died, make an appointment with our friendly mechanics today.

Autotech Bunbury are experienced at fixing alternators, starter motors, wiring, fuses, radios, car alarms and more. Give us a call or book online and we'll get your car fixed and back on the road in no time.

From the alternator to the battery to the spark plugs, these small parts must work in sync in order to get everything started.

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We wish to advise that we will be closed for the Monarch's Birthday on the 25th of September. Apologies for any inconvenience.

We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Saturday the 21st of December and reopening on Monday the 20th of January

We advise that we will be closed for the Easter long weekend from Friday 29th of March, reopening Tuesday 2nd of April

AutoTech Bunbury (MRB5787) is your local car service mechanic in Bunbury. 

As a family owned and operated business, we take great pride in offering our customers the very best in automotive care and we are committed to providing personalised and friendly service at all times.

 As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we participate in the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring our technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 

We have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles.

 For reliable car maintenance, service & repairs in Bunbury and the surrounding areas, please use our online booking form or give us a call.

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