Your Neighbourhood Mechanic - St Johns

10/06/2026

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03/06/2026

Early bird gets the WOF! 🐛😆

We’re now offering 7:30am while-you-wait bookings for services and WOFs, so you can get sorted before the day properly starts.

Hit the link and book online 👇

28/05/2026

Heading away for King’s Birthday weekend? 👑🚗

A quick check before you hit the road can save you a whole lot of stress later on.

✔️ Lights
Walk around the car and make sure all headlights, brake lights, indicators and reverse lights are working properly. A blown bulb is an easy fix but can become a safety issue fast, especially with shorter winter days and wet roads.

✔️ Tyres
Check your tyre pressure and make sure your tread isn’t looking too worn. Low tread and underinflated tyres can seriously affect grip in wet conditions. If you’ve got a 20 cent coin handy, it’s a quick way to check tread depth.

✔️ Brakes
If your brakes are squeaking, grinding, feeling soft or taking longer to stop than usual, don’t ignore it. Long weekend traffic and open road driving put extra pressure on your braking system.

✔️ Battery
Cold mornings are tough on batteries. If your car has been slow to start lately or the battery is a few years old, it’s worth getting it checked before your trip so you’re not stranded in a holiday traffic jam.

Safe travels, everyone 🙌

18/05/2026

Smooth driving saves you real money!

Hard acceleration and braking chew through fuel and brakes. Driving a bit more steadily can noticeably reduce your costs over time.

So, keep it steady and your wallet will benefit.

Your Neighbourhood Mechanic offering vehicle servicing, diagnostic and auto-electrical services, WOF and general repairs. Specialists in European vehicles, access to loan vehicles and Saturday opening hours.

11/05/2026

We do love a tricky job ☺️

Happy we could help, Edward. See you next time!

Your Neighbourhood Mechanic offering vehicle servicing, diagnostic and auto-electrical services, WOF and general repairs. Specialists in European vehicles, access to loan vehicles and Saturday opening hours.

03/05/2026

It's Road Safety Week! 🟠

New Zealand has set out for another year to raise awareness of safer driving, promote safety, and encourage community action to prevent deaths and injuries on the road.

We love this initiative and want to spread the word!

Head over to www.roadsafetyweek.org.nz for all the details 🙂

20/04/2026

All the feels, thanks, Joanna 🥰

Your Neighbourhood Mechanic offering vehicle servicing, diagnostic and auto-electrical services, WOF and general repairs. Specialists in European vehicles, access to loan vehicles and Saturday opening hours.

13/04/2026

Be honest…

How many warning lights are currently on in your dash?
A) None
B) One
C) We don’t talk about it 😅

06/04/2026

With fuel prices climbing, more drivers are tempted to fill up with 91 instead of 95 or 98, but according to the AA New Zealand, that shortcut can lead to serious engine damage over time.

Higher-performance engines are designed for higher octane fuel. Using 91 can cause knocking (early ignition), overheating, and internal engine wear, and repairs can mean a full engine rebuild or replacement.

If your fuel cap or owner’s manual says 95 or 98, stick to it. And if you're not sure what your car should be running on then please pop in and we’ll help you check 🙂

🖊 NZ Herald

Drivers may first notice sluggish acceleration, rough idling and higher fuel use.

06/04/2026

Are you off somehwere for the school hols? 🚗💨

Whether you're staying in Auckland or prepping the car for a trip, here's a quick checklist that can save you a lot of stress (and a tow!):

👉 Tyres – Check tread depth and tyre pressure. Good tyres = better grip and fuel efficiency.
👉 Brakes – Listen for squeaks or unusual pedal feel. Safety first!
👉 Lights – Check headlights, brake lights, indicators and make sure everything is working.
👉 Battery – A weak battery can leave you stranded, so give it a quick check.
👉 Oil - Check your oil level and top up if needed to keep your engine running smoothly.

Your Neighbourhood Mechanic offering vehicle servicing, diagnostic and auto-electrical services, WOF and general repairs. Specialists in European vehicles, access to loan vehicles and Saturday opening hours.