JB Automotive

JB Automotive Family owned NAPA Autocare Center
36 month/36,000 mile Nationwide Warranty
AAA Approved Facility We are your one-stop shop when it comes to your car repairs.

We are a locally owned and operated auto repair shop with 60+ combined years of experience in the auto repair industry. We pride ourselves on providing our great customers with the most bang for their buck. We don't sell you services you don't need and go above and beyond to make our customer and their cars happy! We provide the following services for you on your FOREIGN and DOMESTIC vehicles.

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Engine
-Transmission
-Suspension
-Brakes
-Tune-ups
-Heating and Air Conditioning
--and many more. If you bring something to us that we can't do, we will find someone to get it done for us. We offer a 36 Month/36k mile NATIONWIDE warranty redeemable at any NAPA AutoCare Center in the country. Ask about our 6 Month Promotional Financing.

06/11/2026

Behind the Scenes at the Shop 🔧

Here’s Joe hard at work welding a yoke to the tube on a driveshaft. This precision process is critical to ensuring the driveshaft is strong, properly aligned, and built to handle the power and torque it’s designed for.

Every weld matters when it comes to keeping your vehicle running smoothly and reliably down the road. We’re proud of the craftsmanship and attention to detail that goes into every driveline repair and build.

Great work, Joe! 👏🚗💨

06/11/2026

🔧 BEHIND THE SCENES AT JB AUTOMOTIVE 🔧

Not every repair is a simple parts swap! Here, Bill is turning down the commutator on a starter armature.

Over time, the commutator surface can become worn, grooved, or uneven. By carefully machining it smooth again, the starter brushes can make proper contact and ride smoothly across the surface. This helps ensure reliable electrical contact, better starter performance, and can extend the life of the component.

It’s precision work like this that keeps quality repairs rolling out the door every day. Nice work, Bill! 👏

To continue our National Autoworkers Appreciation week, we thought we would do a small Customer Appreciation giveaway! W...
06/11/2026

To continue our National Autoworkers Appreciation week, we thought we would do a small Customer Appreciation giveaway! We have a couple cool MCD items today including a visor and a cap along with a $25 gift card to Mountain Mudd!
Like, Share or comment and we will get you in, and draw a winner sometime next week. And as always JB Automotive, Starter Alternator Specialists, and Montana Clutch & Driveline appreciate you, the customers!

As part of National Automotive Workers Appreciation Week, we wanted to give you a little behind-the-scenes look at what ...
06/10/2026

As part of National Automotive Workers Appreciation Week, we wanted to give you a little behind-the-scenes look at what goes on here at JB Automotive!

Here we have Joe from MCD using the Blanchard grinder — a machine used to grind and smooth large metal surfaces quickly and evenly. It’s an important part of the process that helps ensure parts are perfectly flat and ready to perform at their best.

A lot of precision, skill, and hard work goes into keeping vehicles on the road, and we’re proud to showcase some of the people and equipment that help make it happen! 👏

🐾🔧 With it being National Automotive Workers Week… we can’t forget two very important members of the crew! 😎Meet our un...
06/09/2026

🐾🔧 With it being National Automotive Workers Week… we can’t forget two very important members of the crew! 😎

Meet our unofficial shop supervisors:
🐶 Watson, The Shop Dog — head of customer greetings, snack inspections, and morale boosting.
🐱 Lenny, The Shop Cat — expert nap tester, toolbox inspector, and professional mouse patrol.

They may not turn wrenches, but they definitely keep the shop running smoother with plenty of tail wags, purrs, and comic relief. ❤️

Be sure to give them some extra love when you stop by this week! 🐾🚗

06/09/2026

Continuing our National Automotive Professionals week, we have a little bit of funny trivia for you. 🤣

😂🔧 MECHANIC TRIVIA 🔧😂

Let’s see who’s really certified and who just watches car TikToks 👀🚗

What does the check engine light usually mean?
A. Minor issue
B. Serious issue
C. Loose gas cap
D. “Good luck”
👉 Answer: All of the above 😂

What’s the most dangerous phrase a customer can say?
👉 Answer: “It was just making a little noise yesterday…”

What tool disappears the fastest in a shop?
👉 Answer: 10mm socket

What does “customer states” usually translate to?
👉 Answer: “Good luck figuring this out.”

Which fluid leak guarantees panic?
👉 Answer: “The red one.”

What’s the official sound of an unhappy technician?
👉 Answer: “Who touched my toolbox?”

What does “lifetime transmission fluid” really mean?
👉 Answer: Lifetime of the warranty 😅

What happens immediately after a mechanic washes their hands?
👉 Answer: Another greasy job rolls in

What’s the most accurate diagnostic tool in the shop?
👉 Answer: The experienced old guy listening for 3 seconds

Customer says: “It only makes the noise sometimes.”
What happens when it gets to the shop?
👉 Answer: Noise completely disappears

What’s the true meaning of “quick job”?
👉 Answer: Minimum 3 hours and two broken bolts

Which warning light do customers ignore the longest?
👉 Answer: Tire pressure light

😂 BONUS QUESTION 😂
How many zip ties are acceptable in a temporary repair?
👉 Answer: Yes.

🔧 MEET THE OWNER 🔧Meet John — owner of JB Automotive!John officially opened JB Automotive 25 years ago, but his passion ...
06/08/2026

🔧 MEET THE OWNER 🔧

Meet John — owner of JB Automotive!

John officially opened JB Automotive 25 years ago, but his passion for the automotive industry started long before that. For 10 years prior, he worked on vehicles on the side out of a small two-car garage at his home before turning his dream into a full-time business.

When asked what inspired him to open his own shop, John said he wanted to help people and provide the community with an honest, trustworthy automotive shop. At the same time, his son was becoming a teenager, and owning his own business gave him the opportunity to spend more time with family.

His favorite part of owning JB Automotive? Helping people in the community — and anyone who knows John knows that’s exactly what he does every day.

We asked John about the most rewarding project he’s ever worked on, and his answer was an NHRA Pro Mod drag racer… and if you know the story behind that one, you KNOW. 😎🏁

For anyone wanting to become an automotive technician, John’s advice is:
“Stay humble, always be honest, have integrity, and never stop learning.”

When asked what sets JB Automotive apart from other shops, John said it’s the shared values between him, Kaylie, and their team — treating customers with honesty, respect, and giving them the best care possible.

And of course, we had to ask the age-old question:
Ford, Dodge, or Chevy?
Anyone who knows John already knows the answer to that one. 🤣

Outside of work, John used to spend much of his time drag racing, but these days he enjoys finding and restoring vintage stereo equipment.

John and Kaylie have built more than just an automotive shop — they’ve built a business centered around family, community, and taking care of both their customers and employees. We’re proud to have leaders like them at JB Automotive!

Service writers… they just answer the phones, right? WRONG! 😆Meet Kaylie — not only is she our service writer here at JB...
06/08/2026

Service writers… they just answer the phones, right? WRONG! 😆

Meet Kaylie — not only is she our service writer here at JB Automotive, she’s also co-owner alongside John… but let’s be honest, she’s the one who keeps this place running! 😉

Kaylie has been part of JB Automotive for the past 14 years, and trust us, she has some stories. From customers trying to imitate the noises their vehicles make 😂 to keeping the shop moving every single day, there’s never a dull moment.

We asked her what the most common thing customers wait too long to do, and her answer was easy: oil changes! Regular maintenance really does matter.

If she could drive any vehicle? A newer Mercedes. 🚗✨

And when we asked what every driver should always keep in their vehicle, she said:
✔️ An emergency kit
✔️ A AAA membership

Outside of the shop, Kaylie stays just as busy. She’s a self-taught novice seamstress (which we think is pretty impressive!), and she also loves gardening, boating, and fishing. But her favorite thing of all is cooking for others out of her Nana’s motorhome and hosting camping get-togethers for friends.

She truly does it all — both inside and outside the shop — and we couldn’t appreciate everything she does more. JB Automotive wouldn’t be the same without her!

Did you know there’s another business operating inside the walls of JB Automotive? Meet Starter Alternator Specialists! ...
06/08/2026

Did you know there’s another business operating inside the walls of JB Automotive?
Meet Starter Alternator Specialists!

Bill is our resident starter and alternator expert, and he’s the guy who keeps those important components working like they should. With years of experience under his belt, he’s seen just about everything.

When we asked Bill what commonly causes starters to fail, his answer was:
✔️ Rust
✔️ Bad solenoids
✔️ Worn coils

Luckily, those are all things we can help with right here at the shop!

We also asked him about the most memorable starter he’s worked on, and his answer was a 1946 Jubilee tractor. 🚜 He also mentioned that what seems like a “simple rebuild” can sometimes turn into a complete nightmare 😆

When Bill’s not hard at work in the shop, you’ll probably find him fly fishing, drag racing, or working in the garden.

We sure appreciate all of Bill’s hard work and the knowledge he brings to the shop every day!

Some of you may not know this, but inside the walls of JB Automotive we’re also home to a couple other businesses — one ...
06/08/2026

Some of you may not know this, but inside the walls of JB Automotive we’re also home to a couple other businesses — one of them being Montana Clutch & Drivelines!
(formerly Clutchmasters)

In our next edition of “Meet the Techs,” we’d like you to meet Joe!

Joe has 10 years of experience working on clutches and driveshafts of all shapes and sizes. His knowledge and attention to detail have made him a huge asset to the team at Montana Clutch & Drivelines.

We asked Joe what type of noise vehicle owners should never ignore, and his answer was simple:
⚠️ Grinding noises.

When asked what the biggest sign of a clutch going bad is, he said:
“The smell.” 😆

According to Joe, some of the toughest drivelines to repair are on Toyotas, but one of the most satisfying parts of his work is restoring old vehicles and parts from the 1940s and 1950s. There’s just something special about bringing old classics back to life. 🚘

Outside of work, Joe enjoys fishing and RC cars.

Joe has been with Montana Clutch & Drivelines for the past 2 years, bringing plenty of expertise and experience with him, and we truly appreciate everything he does for the shop! 👏

Address

3302 1st Avenue N
Billings, MT
59101

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+14068399396

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