Yes, a booking is strongly recommended so your vehicle goes straight onto a hoist on arrival. Drop-in inspections are accepted between 9 am and 5 pm, Monday to Friday, but wait times depend on workshop load.

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Yes. New brake pads need a bedding-in procedure — typically 8 to 10 moderate stops from 60 km/h down to 15 km/h without coming to a full stop — to transfer an even layer of friction material onto the rotor and reach peak stopping performance.We complete the bedding-in on a controlled road test before handing the vehicle back. We also give you a written note recommending gentle driving for the first 200 kilometres to let the new pads fully settle.

Yes. Front and rear brake pads wear at different rates because the front axle handles roughly 70 percent of braking force. Most Australian vehicles need front pads replaced twice for every one rear replacement, and they can be serviced independently.We always quote front and rear axles separately so you only pay for the pads that actually need replacing. We show you the measured wear on both axles before any work starts.

Brake pad replacement ranges from $180 to $450 per axle, depending on vehicle make, pad compound, and whether rotors need skimming or replacing. The exact figure is quoted in writing after a free inspection — no surprise charges.

Most Australian manufacturers recommend a transmission fluid service every 60,000 to 100,000 kilometres, or every four years, whichever comes first. Vehicles that tow, carry heavy loads, or drive in stop-start traffic should be serviced at the shorter end of that range.We check transmission fluid condition and level at every routine service at no extra charge. The fluid is inspected for colour, smell, and metallic particles — all signs of internal wear when off-spec.

A wheel alignment should be checked every 10,000 kilometres, with every new set of tyres, after hitting a significant pothole or kerb, and any time you notice uneven tyre wear or a steering pull. Most Australian vehicles benefit from at least one alignment per year.We check alignment angles visually at every routine service and recommend a full alignment only if measurements fall outside the factory tolerance. We never upsell an alignment that the vehicle does not need.

An engine oil and filter change at our Tullamarine workshop takes 30 to 45 minutes from keys-in to keys-out. A full service with additional checks and inspections takes 1.5 to 2 hours. Most customers wait in our lounge with complimentary Wi-Fi and coffee.

We offer a while-you-wait service for the basic oil and filter change if you book in advance. For longer services, a loan vehicle is available on request, subject to availability and a refundable bond.