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Home or Away Mechanical is your local car service mechanic in Loganlea. 

As a family owned and operated business, we take great pride in offering our customers the very best in automotive care and we are committed to providing personalised and friendly service at all times. 

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we participate in the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring our technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. We have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. 

For reliable car maintenance, service, please use our online booking form or give us a call. We are open on Saturday's by appointment only.

Win a share of over $8,000 in prizes with Home or Away Mechanical Services and Repco Authorised Service From 1 June to 30 September 2025, service your vehicle at Home or Away Mechanical 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. 25 x $100 fuel gift cards
Perfect for your next road trip or daily drive. 5 x Supercars merchandise packs
Valued at $100 each.

Total prize pool valued at up to $8,100 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  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 2025.

From 1 June to 30 September 2025, service your vehicle at a Repco Authorised Service centre and YOU could win big in the Love Your Car promotion

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Drive Safe this Winter with a Vehicle Safety Inspection Report Our Vehicle Safety Inspection Report is free with every service at Home or Away Mechanical Services in Loganlea. Our qualified mechanics will visually check over the important components of your vehicle and provide you with a written report on the condition of your vehicle. We can then help you understand any concerns which may need to be attended so that you can drive safe this winter with Home or Away Mechanical Services and Repco Authorised Service. Tips for Safer Winter Driving Windscreen Wipers - Have a Clear View Avoid the painful moment when you switch on the wipers during that first rainstorm and only then remember you should have replaced them! Wiper blades age and become less effective - especially after a long hot summer. A good quality wiper blade like Trico is essential to help you see your way clear regardless of the weather. Home or Away Mechanical Services can recommend a wiper blade or assembly that is right for your car. Automotive Fluids - Keep Them Flowing Fluids and other workings in your car can be effected by cold weather; this includes coolants, oils and items such as glow plugs in diesel vehicles. It's important to get your vehicle regularly serviced by a professional technician who recognises the right products and parts to keep your car in peak operating condition. We use high quality NGK glow plugs and Penrite oils and fluids that are designed for Australian conditions.   Change Your Driving Style to Suit Conditions Conditions change - and your driving style should too. In wet weather or poor visibility, slow down and leave a larger than normal stopping distance between yourself and the vehicle in front. Use your headlights during the day so other drivers can see you in rainy, lower light conditions. Is your Braking Compromised in the Wet? There are some tell-tale signs that your brakes need inspecting, including vibrating, spongy or slow responding brake pedal, strange sounds or difficult handling when applying pressure to your brakes. If you are experiencing any of these you should get it checked out by a qualified mechanic. Brake inspections form part of our Vehicle Safety Inspection Report, so if you have concerns call us today and book in. How Good Is Your Tyres Grip On The Road? Driving on worn or incorrectly inflated tyres can be dangerous. Now is the time to check how worn your tyres are. If your tyres are wearing unevenly, this could indicate that your shock absorbers or some other vital part of your steering and suspension systems are due for service or replacement. Find out more about the components that affect your tyre wear on the links below:  Tyres and Wheel Service Shock Absorber Auto Facts Steering and CV Boots Braking and Disc Pads Are your Tyres Inflated Correctly? Driving on incorrectly inflated tyres won't just cost you money on additional fuel; it can also impact your stopping ability. You can usually find manufacturers recommendations on a panel inside the driver side door.

Drive Safe this Winter with a Vehicle Safety Inspection Report

How To Drive Safer this Winter

For New Cars and Near New Cars call the experts at Home or Away Mechanical Services for your next Log Book Service At Home or Away Mechanical Services, we pride ourselves on offering comprehensive and fully qualified log book servicing for a wide array of vehicle makes and models, including but not limited to: Holden, Ford, Mazda, Toyota, Nissan, BMW, Audi, Hyundai, Honda, and Kia. Why Do You Need Log Book Servicing? Log book servicing is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, it ensures that your vehicle operates at its optimal level, safeguarding against unexpected breakdowns and enhancing its performance. Moreover, adhering to regular service intervals is key to preserving your new car warranty. There's a common misconception that to maintain the warranty, new car log book servicing must be carried out by the dealership from which the vehicle was purchased. However, the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) clarifies that vehicle owners have the freedom to select any qualified mechanic or service centre for their servicing needs without affecting the warranty. At Home or Away Mechanical Services, our team strictly adheres to the manufacturer's guidelines when conducting log book services, ensuring your vehicle remains in peak condition. Plus, we can provide a log book to meticulously record your car's service history, enhancing its resale value should you decide to sell in the future. Misplaced Your Log Book? No Problem! If you've misplaced your log book or didn't receive one with your vehicle, there's no need to worry. We're equipped to conduct a log book service without the physical book, ensuring your vehicle receives the care and maintenance outlined by the manufacturer. Want to know more about log book servicing - click here. Expert Service, Guaranteed Satisfaction Learn more about the benefits of log book servicing by checking out our informative video. Remember, choosing Home or Away Mechanical Services for your log book servicing needs means choosing reliability, expertise, and convenience, all located right here in Loganlea. Don't Delay - Book Your Log Book Service Today Don't compromise on the performance and longevity of your vehicle. Book your log book service with Home or Away Mechanical Services in Loganlea today and experience the peace of mind that comes with professional, meticulous care. Reach out to our expert team to schedule your service or to find out more about how we can help keep your vehicle running smoothly.

Ensure optimal vehicle performance with certified log book servicing at Home or Away Mechanical Services in Loganlea for all major makes and models. Keep your warranty intact.

Log Book Service in Loganlea

Keep your cool, without global warming. A proactive car air conditioning approach to protecting our environment.  As Australia begins phasing down HFC use (from January 2018), many new vehicle manufacturers may be switching to new air conditioning systems using the more environmentally friendly refrigerant R-1234yf, instead of R-134a. The benefits of using R-1234yf "Twelve Thirty Four", as R-1234yf is sometimes known, is an HFO type refrigerant delivering high performance, resulting in a more efficient air-conditioning system, fewer emissions and reduced fuel consumption. Hydrofluoroolefins (HFO's) have a double carbon bond meaning they trap less heat in the atmosphere than Hydrofluorocarbons (HFC's) and break down faster. Importantly, R-1234yf systems are specifically engineered to prevent refrigerant leakage and loss, including into the interior of the vehicle. The leakage of refrigerants contributes considerably to greenhouse gases. Why the switch? Older type refrigerants accumulate in the upper atmosphere as greenhouse gases and contribute significantly to Global Warming for a considerable time. In the mid-'90s, the old R-12 (or Freon), which takes a long time to break down into a non-greenhouse gas, was replaced with R134a, which breaks down much quicker. R-1234yf takes that improvement to the next level, breaking down in less than half the time of R-134a (and a fraction of the time R-12 can take). R-134a will remain in use for some time and a licensed mechanic can still service R-134a air con systems, but new vehicles will likely use the new systems with R-1234yf. Some already are. Irrespective of what type of refrigerant your car air conditioner uses, a car service workshop undertaking air conditioner service must have the right knowledge and equipment to handle these gases responsibly. You should always take your car to a mechanic with the skills and specialist equipment to undertake air conditioning service safely and correctly.

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Trust, experience & knowledge ... You can rely on your Local and Independent Repco Authorised Service centre, Home or Away Mechanical Services to service and repair your vehicle. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, Home or Away Mechanical Services use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods. What’s more, our fully qualified technicians have access to the latest service information, bulletins and training through the Australia wide Repco Auto Tech program. We provide a full range of automotive services right here in Loganlea and surrounding areas, all backed by our Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty and fully supported at over 500 Service Centres right across Australia. So rest assured - your car is in safe hands.

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods.

Home or Away Mechanical Services - Our expertise & knowledge

Modern radiator coolants not only protect your car from overheating, or the fluid from freezing, they also protect the radiator system from corrosion. Home or Away Mechanical Services in Loganlea are very knowledgeable and experienced in looking after these systems.  It is recommended that you exchange your radiator coolant fluid every two years or 40,000 km's whichever comes first. However the size of the engine, the climate in your area, the age of your current coolant, and the total miles that have been driven can all affect the need to replace the coolant in your radiator. Knowing when to replenish your radiator fluid isn't always easy - obviously, when it has gone a dirty brown colour it's a sign it probably needs to be flushed and replaced - however even fresh-looking coolant could have lost its corrosion protection properties and without measuring its reserve alkalinity there's no signal that it is no longer protecting your vehicle components, and it could even be doing more damage than good. Maintaining good coolant means your radiator system will be much better protected from corrosion and will have a longer life span, it will help prevent you from having to replace expensive engine components. At Home or Away Mechanical Services in Loganlea at your request, we will perform a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report for free as part of any minor, major or log book service. Part of this inspection includes checking the level and condition of coolant in your system and the written report will advise you if we feel a radiator flush, fluid replacement or any repairs are required to maintain the performance of your vehicle.

Even if it looks clean, your coolant still might need replacing!

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Love Your Car & Win

How To Drive Safer this Winter

Log Book Service in Loganlea

There's a new gas in town

Home or Away Mechanical Services - Our expertise & knowledge

Radiator Coolant