6 Signs You Found The Right Car Mechanic
Finding the right car mechanic is key to keeping your warranty coverage intact and your annual upkeep costs down, and it’s easier than you might think.
To help you find the best car mechanic in your area, today’s post runs down 6 quality indicators you can use to separate the contenders from the pretenders and get great results on your next service. Read on to learn more, or call (905) 821-4992 to speak directly with a qualified car mechanic.
6 Signs You Found The Right Car Mechanic In Mississauga
1. Your Car Mechanic Offers Roadside Assistance
Sometimes car problems make it difficult to get to a local repair shop without paying extra for a tow. To provide extra peace of mind, safety, and cost control, the best car mechanics offer roadside assistance, bringing the services of their shops straight to you, wherever trouble strikes.
At MARS, we are proud to offer 24-hour Roadside Assistance Program to all Customer Care Rewards Card members, which includes:
- Towing
- Lock-out assistance
- Flat tire assistance
- Battery jump starts
- Emergency fuel delivery, and more
2. Your Car Mechanic Only Works With High-Quality Parts
To bump up profits, some shops opt for low-quality replacement parts from “low-cost countries” (Keenan & Silcoff, 2015). For example, according to one report by the Globe & Mail, as many as half of all auto shops were found to use low-quality “black steel” brake components, which were shown to rust and degrade much faster than the pickled-and-oiled parts used by top shops.
When you choose Meadowvale Auto Repair Specialists, you never have to worry. We carry a large selection of premium and brand-name parts, wheels, and tires at different price points, so you always have the option to control costs, without ever worrying about compromising quality. In fact, we’re so confident in the quality of our parts that we offer one of the longest warranties in the industry, with all premium parts and labour guaranteed for two years or 40,000km—whichever comes first.
3. Your Car Mechanic Follows Recommended Safety Protocols
In addition to following all the standard auto industry safety protocols, the best car mechanics remain committed to slowing the spread in Mississauga. To keep our customers and community safe from COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and whatever else may come along, we follow all active safety recommendations from the Ontario Health Minister.
4. Your Car Mechanic Offers Plenty Of Extra Perks And Amenities
The best car mechanics don’t just meet service standards—they exceed them, then go the extra mile to save you money and make the shop feel like home.
As part of our commitment to making every service visit as convenient and comfortable as possible, we’re proud to offer all of our clients:
- FREE shuttle services and loaner vehicles
- FREE Wi-Fi to keep you connected and help pass the time while you wait
- FREE beverages and snacks for our customers
- After hours drop off & pick-up to work around your busy schedule
- Flexible payment arrangements through WippyPay, with options for 0% interest and programs with rates significantly lower than the average Canadian credit card
- Exclusive shop promotions to save you money on services, tires, and replacement parts
5. Your Car Mechanic’s Warranty Exceeds The National Requirement
As per Ontario’s Consumer Protection Act, all car mechanics are required to offer a minimum parts and labour warranty of 5,000km or 90 days.
At MARS, we give our customers even greater peace of mind with a 40,000km / 2-year warranty on all premium parts and labour. If you can find something similar, jump on it—or if you live in the Mississauga area, give us a call at (905) 821-4992.
6. Your Car Mechanic Has A History Of Success
To reduce the risks of scams, warranty violations, and poor outcomes, the Government of Ontario strongly recommends that all drivers find reputable shops with plenty of positive reviews.
Fortunately, due diligence is easier than ever. Since you’re reading this online, you’ve got all the tools you need to vet local car mechanics.
Take MARS, for instance—a quick Google search tells you all you need to know. We’ve been in business for over 41 years, and in that time, we have earned over 250+ glowing reviews from satisfied customers, putting our Google rating at 4.8/5-stars. But don’t take our word for it—we encourage all prospective clients to read up on our service and see why so many locals choose us to keep their vehicles in shape.
Book a free consultation and experience our 5-star service for yourself!
Get A Free Quote
To speak directly with our certified experts and get a free quote on any service, you can call us at (905) 821-4992 or book online using our on-site contact form.
References
Keenan, G. & Silcoff, S. (2015, May 6). Safety concerns arise with increased use of cheap imported brakes. Globe and Mail.