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Highton Automotive Services take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 

Conveniently located in Highton, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 

Highton Automotive Services have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

Engines that operate through internal combustion rely on large amounts of clean air to ensure the fuel burns properly and generates the power needed to drive the vehicle. At Highton Automotive Services in Highton, we understand how vital it is to keep your car's air filter in good condition as part of protecting your engine's health. Your engine requires extremely clean air to function efficiently. Dirt, dust, and other particles entering the engine can cause serious damage. That’s where the air filter comes into play. It ensures the air entering the combustion chambers is clean, shielding key engine components such as the pistons and cylinders from wear and damage. Why Replace Your Air Filter? Save on Fuel Costs: Your engine requires the correct balance of fuel and air to run efficiently. A clogged air filter restricts airflow, causing your engine to run inefficiently – often referred to as ‘running rich.’ This not only puts additional stress on your engine but can also increase fuel consumption by up to 10%. No one likes spending more on petrol than necessary!   Protect Your Engine: Over time, air filters become clogged and weaker, increasing the risk of damage. A damaged or overly dirty air filter can allow harmful particles to enter the engine, potentially leading to expensive repairs.   Benefits of Replacing Your Air Filter: Extends the life of your engine Improves fuel efficiency Reduces vehicle emissions At Highton Automotive Services, we always check the condition of your air filter during every full car service. Whether it’s a major or minor service, or one that follows your manufacturer’s handbook or logbook guidelines, you can trust us to keep your engine running smoothly.

Keep your engine healthy with clean air filters. Improve fuel efficiency, reduce emissions, and extend engine life. Visit Highton Automotive Services for expert maintenance and reliable car servicing.

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Win a share of over $8,000 in prizes with Highton Automotive Services and Repco Authorised Service From 1 June to 30 September 2026, service your vehicle at Highton Automotive Services and you can enter the Love Your Car promotion and win from a pool of exciting prizes. Prizes to Be Won 5 x $1,000 Repco Authorised Service vouchers
Redeemable at any participating Repco Authorised Service centre nationwide. 20 x $100 fuel gift cards
Perfect for your next road trip or daily drive. 5 x Supercars merchandise packs
Valued at $100 each. 10 x car care gift packs

Total prize pool valued at up to $7990 including GST. How to Enter To participate: Book and complete a vehicle service at any Repco Authorised Service centre during the promotional period. Visit repcoservice.com/win Tell us in 25 words or less why you deserve to win a Love Your Car prize. Upload your receipt Submit your entry online before 11:59pm AEST on 30 September 2026.

From 1 June to 30 September 2026, service your vehicle at a Repco Authorised Service centre and YOU could win big in the Love Your Car promotion

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Keep Your Tyres Performing at Their Best with Professional Tyre Care Your tyres are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road, making regular tyre maintenance essential for safe, comfortable and economical driving. Proper tyre care helps improve handling, extend tyre life and reduce unnecessary wear on suspension and steering components. At Highton Automotive Services in Highton, our experienced technicians provide professional tyre maintenance services, including wheel balancing, tyre rotations and puncture repairs, helping you get the best performance and value from your tyres. Why Regular Tyre Maintenance Matters Tyres naturally wear over time, but poor maintenance can cause them to wear unevenly, reducing their lifespan and affecting your vehicle's handling, braking performance and fuel economy.

Routine tyre maintenance helps to: Extend the life of your tyres. Improve driving comfort. Reduce unnecessary strain on steering and suspension components. Promote even tyre wear. Maintain safe braking and handling. Improve fuel efficiency by reducing rolling resistance caused by uneven wear. Ignoring tyre maintenance can result in vibrations, excessive tyre wear and reduced vehicle stability, particularly during wet weather or emergency braking situations. Wheel Balancing for a Smoother Drive Wheel balancing ensures the weight of each wheel and tyre assembly is evenly distributed. Even a slight imbalance can cause noticeable vibrations through the steering wheel or vehicle body, particularly at highway speeds.

Professional wheel balancing can help: Eliminate steering wheel vibrations. Reduce uneven tyre wear. Improve driving comfort. Protect suspension and steering components. Extend tyre life. Wheel balancing is recommended whenever new tyres are fitted, after tyre repairs, following tyre rotations, or if vibration develops while driving. Maximise Tyre Life with Regular Tyre Rotation Each tyre on your vehicle performs a different job, causing tyres to wear at different rates. Front tyres often wear faster due to steering and braking forces, while rear tyres experience different loading.

Regular tyre rotation helps: Promote even tread wear. Extend the life of all four tyres. Maintain predictable handling. Improve overall tyre performance. Help you get better value from your tyre investment. Most manufacturers recommend tyre rotation at regular service intervals or approximately every 10,000 kilometres, although this can vary depending on your vehicle and driving conditions. Professional Tyre Repairs Not every puncture means replacing a tyre. Our experienced technicians carefully inspect damaged tyres and, where safe and appropriate, carry out professional puncture repairs in accordance with industry guidelines.

Prompt tyre repairs can: Restore tyre performance. Save money compared with premature replacement. Help prevent further damage. Keep you driving safely. If a tyre cannot be safely repaired, we'll provide honest advice on the most suitable replacement options. Complete Tyre Care You Can Trust At Highton Automotive Services, we believe preventative maintenance is the key to safer, more economical motoring. During every service, our technicians inspect your tyres for tread depth, wear patterns, inflation pressures and visible damage, allowing potential issues to be identified before they become expensive problems.

Whether your vehicle needs wheel balancing, tyre rotation or a puncture repair, our friendly team is committed to helping you maximise tyre life while maintaining safe, reliable performance.

Keep your tyres performing at their best with professional wheel balancing, tyre rotations and tyre repairs at Highton Automotive Services in Highton. Book today.

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As your local Mechanic in Highton, we take great pride in offering our clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs. Conveniently located in Highton, just outside of Geelong, Highton Automotive Services specialise in car servicing for all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. We can also do Pre-Purchase Inspections and all services can be booked online. We provide Log Book Service and Nationwide Warranty on Parts and Labour, as well as Auto Electrical Repairs and Car Air Conditioning Service.  Air Conditioning (AU03201) Highton Automotive Services care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation (AU03201) to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioning service. ARC Approved Car Air Conditioning Servicing reduces Fuel Costs and protects your health. Find out more about car air conditioning here or Book a service now. We have an established customer base in and around the Geelong area. We service customers from Barrabool, Belmont, Wandana Heights, Fyansford, Newtown, Herne Hill, Hamlyn Heights, Drumcondra, Whittington, Breakwater, Marshall, Grovedale, Waurn Ponds, Mount Duneed, Highton and many other surrounding regions. Safe-T-Stop Brake Testing Centre We offer Safe-T-Stop Brake and Suspension testing and provide a detailed report so you can prioritise and plan your servicing needs. Authorised Vehicle Inspection Station in Highton RWC Rego Checks Highton Automotive Services are a Licensed Vehicle Tester and are able to Inspect and issue Certificates of Roadworthiness and can also perform Pre-purchase Inspections where required.  Loan Cars Available For our customers convenience, Highton Automotive Services have 4 Loan Cars available - 2 Passenger vehicles and 2 Utes. This means you can still work or get to your appointments while you car is being serviced. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment and return the vehicle with a full tank of fuel. Wheel Balancing and Tyre Rotation Wheel balancing and tyre rotation are simple but important maintenance services that improve driving comfort, extend tyre life and promote even tyre wear. Properly balanced wheels help reduce vibrations and minimise wear on suspension and steering components, while regular tyre rotation ensures all tyres wear more evenly for better handling and performance. If you've fitted new tyres, noticed uneven wear or vibration, or regularly drive on rough roads, Highton Automotive Services can help keep your vehicle driving safely and smoothly. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care. Our Business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. Highton Automotive Services are members of the lnstitute of Automotive Mechanical Engineers (IAME) and the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce (VACC).  Local Community favourite Highton Automotive Services have been serving the community for over 20 years. In an interview to Geelong Advertiser, Mark Awramenko of Highton Auto Service says the only change in constantly thriving car service business being purchasing trends by customers. "People that used to buy a new car every couple of years are holding onto them longer," Mr Awramenko says. As a local business owner, it's important to advertise locally and get involved in the community as much as possible. "We advertise in the local paper and with local sports clubs, because we have found that if we support them, they support us," Mr Awramenko says. Like many small business owners, Mr Awramenko relies on repeat business and new customers through word of mouth.  "We strive to do the right thing because word of mouth really only comes from doing a good job," Mr Awramenko said. So, wherever you go, you can rely on the experience and knowledge of Highton Automotive Services and Repco Authorised Service.

RWC, Blue Slips, Pink Slips, e-Safety Checks, Rego Checks Highton. Log Book Service with Free Vehicle Inspection Report and Nationwide Warranty on Parts and Labour. Highton Automotive Services Repco Authorised Service centre. Book Online or Get Quotes Today.

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Wheel balancing refers to how smoothly an individual wheel rotates around its own centre. Unbalanced wheels can cause other parts of your vehicle to wear more quickly, including shock absorbers, struts and steering components. If your wheels are not balanced correctly, it can affect the overall performance, handling and comfort of your car.

Tyre rotation involves moving the tyres from one position on the vehicle to another, helping them wear more evenly and potentially extending tyre life. Because each tyre experiences different loads and steering forces, regular rotation can improve tyre performance and help maintain consistent handling. You might need a wheel balance or tyre rotation when: Your steering wheel or vehicle vibrates at higher speeds. Your tyres are wearing unevenly. You have fitted new tyres. Your tyres are being rotated. You have hit potholes or regularly drive on rough roads. Your vehicle feels less stable or comfortable than usual. Highton Automotive Services are fully equipped to perform both wheel balancing and tyre rotation. If you have noticed vibration, uneven tyre wear or simply want to maximise the life of your tyres, don’t hesitate to make a booking today.

Improve tyre life, handling and safety with professional wheel balancing and tyre rotation at Highton Automotive Services. Book your service today.

Wheel Balancing & Tyre Rotation

Expert Full Car and Log Book Service at Highton Automotive Services Looking for reliable and professional car service and log book maintenance? Sedan, Wagon, 4WD, AWD, SUV, Petrol, Diesel or Hybrid. Look no further than Highton Automotive Services! Our expert technicians have years of experience in providing the best possible service for your vehicle, whether you're in need of a routine tune-up or more serious repairs. No matter what type of car service you need, whether it is comprehensive, minor or for a log book, you can rest assured that we will provide the highest quality of service.  Come and visit the car servicing experts at Highton Automotive Services today. Highton Automotive Services technicians are certified to do all types of car service and repair work, from Roadworthy Certificates to brake and diagnostic repairs, regardless of the car's make or model. With quality parts and advanced diagnostic technology, you can be sure that the work our Auto-Tech trained staff do will ensure that your car is in peak condition and keep your new car's warranty intact. An important reason to choose Highton Automotive Services is our commitment to using only the highest quality parts and products in all of our services. With our quality equipment and experienced technicians, you can trust that your vehicle will receive the best possible care and maintenance.

Choose Highton Automotive Services for your full car and log book service needs and enjoy top-notch maintenance that keeps your vehicle running smoothly. Book online now or call us today to make a booking.

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