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Special Servicing Offer for our Community

West Car Clinic is your local One Stop Workshop for your vehicle in the North East..

West Car Clinic's Ridgehaven car service workshop has been servicing the needs of customers in Adelaide's North East suburbs for over 25 years.

One of two family-owned businesses, West Car Clinic offer quality car service and repairs in the outer North-East suburbs.

For customers looking for car service closer to the CBD, owners Sandra and Romeo Bruno invite you to try West Car Clinic's sister store Carrington Street Auto Repairs which provide expert car service in the Central Business District (CBD) of Adelaide itself.

Located close to Tea Tree Plaza shopping centre, West Car Clinic is like a medical clinic for vehicles. Our modern and extremely clean workshop has state-of-the-art equipment to service and repair even the latest fuel-injected and computerised vehicle with complete confidence.

We are equipped with Safe-T-Stop testing equipment, ensuring your safety, and that of your family, with the most advanced brake and suspension safety testing system in Australia. We offer expert Log Book Service along with Tyre and Wheel Services, including Wheel Alignments.

West Car Clinic are fully qualified to service and repair all aspects of Hybrid & EV mechanical and electrical components. Read about a recent diagnosis and repair of a Hybrid Nissan Pathfinder in our Adelaide city automotive workshop.

West Car Clinic are Royal Automobile Association of South Australia (RAA) Approved Repairers. Each RAA Approved Repairer guarantees quality workmanship with fair pricing and adheres to the RAA Code of Practice specific to their category. RAA Approved Repairers maintain standards in qualifications and equipment, periodically undergoing audits to maintain their accreditation.

The business has steadily grown under the management of proprietors Romeo and Sandra Bruno. West Car Clinic employs a team of fully qualified automotive engineers at their well-equipped workshop, conveniently located in Ridgehaven.

Sandra and Romeo believe that this growth is due to their solid commitment to providing their clients with honest and reliable customer service. Our workshop is a total one-stop car care centre for all mechanical repairs, and we have built a solid reputation for quality customer care.

Combined with the latest in diagnostic and analysis equipment, our car service team of six highly trained and qualified automotive technicians are enthusiastic about good customer service ensuring that West Car Clinic are able to take care of both you and your vehicle's needs. 

We are licenced for Air Conditioning service (ARC licence # AU07605) and Regas, LP Gas installations, qualified to provide Manufacturer's Log Book (Handbook) Service, Tune-ups, Clutch, Gearbox and Transmission service and repair. We can check out the performance of your Brakes, Shockers and Suspension with our Safe-T-Stop machine, ensuring your safety and that of your family with the most advanced brake safety testing system in Australia.

Here at West Car Clinic we are proud to be an Australian owned and operated workshop servicing our local community of Ridgehaven. We believe that motorists in Ridgehaven deserve the very best in customer service and technical expertise, that's why we choose to be a part of Australia's largest independent network of mechanical workshops, proudly backed by the biggest name in the business - Repco. As a Repco Authorised Service Centre and RAA Approved Mechanical Repairer, all repairs and service are carried out to an exceptional standard and backed by a Nationwide Warranty. West Car Clinic believe the customer's needs are always important.

We also have access to Repco Auto-Tech. Developed and run by the industry's most experienced trainers, Repco Auto-Tech is Australia's leading provider of automotive technical information and training providing accurate information, professional advice, automotive software and locally delivered training clinics at more than 120 locations throughout Australia.

Award-winning new car service in Adelaide

As your local service centre, we can service your new car. No need to queue at dealerships any longer! West Car Clinic can carry out car manufacturer's scheduled services and stamp your service book when servicing your brand new vehicle. Your new car warranty will be validated and protected.

As multi-year winners of the North & North Eastern Region Small Business award, West Car Clinic have been recognised as providing the very best in automotive service and quality customer care. These awards recognise our commitment to excellence in the areas of customer service, staff training, business management and the constant investment in the latest technologies and diagnostic equipment.

West Car Clinic is an independently owned and operated service centre. So when you bring your car in you get friendly local service - and you get to talk to the mechanic who fixes your car. However, as part of the Repco Authorised Service chain, we can now offer an even wider range of repair services.

As your local Repco Authorised Service centre, we can service your new car. We can carry out carmaker's scheduled services and stamp your service book. Your new car warranty will be validated and protected.

We are able to carry out new car servicing and validate your service book. Your warranty is fully protected.

We can stamp your books to maintain your new car warranty

You can't go wrong with a warranty like this. It covers quality Repco parts and labour. and is supported at over 500 Repco Authorised Service dealers Australia-wide.

The Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty gives you peace of mind wherever you go

Auto-Tech training ensures the mechanic who works on your car is current with all the latest computerised diagnostic equipment and repair methods. All mechanics in the network receive service bulletin updates on all new models and attend regular training clinics. If you drive a late model vehicle, you can be sure that we, as your local Repco Authorised Service centre will use the latest technology and repair methods. Repco Auto-Tech keeps every mechanic fully updated on all new models with service bulletins and regular workshop clinics

Every Repco Authorised Service is the same friendly local garage you're used to dealing with. Nothing changed, not even the name over the door. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we are part of a growing national chain.

The local repairer you know and trust, backed by Repco

We're backed by Repco and can offer a wider range of repair services. And we're now even better equipped to look after you and your car.

Our mechanics aren't hidden away. You get to know them personally. They're only too happy to talk to you about your car and discuss any problems. It's just another part of our friendly local service.

You talk to the mechanic who works on your car

The name Repco goes right back to 1922. From the earlier days of valve grinding and replacement parts to our race-bred technology with Sir Jack Brabham and Denny Hulme.

Repco has seventy years of automotive history

For friendly service from a trusted independent, you can rely on the team at West Car Clinic.

As your local Repco Authorised Service centre, West Car Clinic take great pride in offering our clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs.

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Ridgehaven

Car Service, Maintenance & Repairs Ridgehaven

The owner of a Hybrid Nissan Pathfinder was recently recommended to our Carrington St Auto Repairs business in Adelaide by their friend, a regular client of ours, to help resolve an issue. And here we share successful story conducted in our Adelaide CBD workshop.

The benefits of seeking further advice from fully qualified Hybrid Car Specialist at West Car Clinic

Following on from two different dealer experiences, the customer was being advised that the vehicle was uneconomically viable to repair. Not something you want to hear when you have invested in new technology.

The business owner Romeo, in our Adelaide workshop, set about following a proper and logical diagnosis plan. The first step was to collate and verify all the relevant customer information and most importantly the vehicle history. Second was to access the relevant repair and system operation data so a system diagnosis could be made. The third step was to prove the identified component was in fact faulty, because at over $12k for an inverter, ex Japan, plus international air freight, mistakes would be super costly for the client. The last step was to isolate a cause to prevent a repeat failure.  

It was established that the inverter was at fault. Once the system had be disabled and made safe, Romeo was able to replace the faulty Inverter with a locally sourced unit. These complex hybrid systems are basically two separate drive trains working in synergy. 

Once the inverter had been replaced the next step was to establish and rectify the cause of failure. 

The vehicle had been in a minor front end knock several months prior. The customer had missed a small coolant weep. Eventually this system ran dry and stopped leaking. The coolant leak was in the inverter/electrical cooling system, completely separate, to the engine cooling system.  

As the inverter also charges the 12v battery which runs all other systems in the vehicle, the integrity of this battery is super critical, despite the battery being fairly new, it most probably had been flattened completely several times during the prolonged repair process and accident history. After several test drives with odd intermittent faults and strange codes, the primary 12v Battery was also replaced completing the repair process.

The entire repair saved the customer over $10,000 on the dealer quotes, with a much shorter repair time frame. This is just another example of how the Repco Authorised Service network keeps the cost of repair down for all Australian motorists and provides an honest, fair and economical alternative.

Being aligned with the RAS program and using the tools it has on offer, like the EV training, Kangan institute partnership and the latest technical repair, data and training offered through Auto Tech, ensure the viability and sustainability of independent Repco Authorised Service center's like ours, now and into the future. 

For all your Hybrid and EV servicing, inspection, diagnosis and repair needs don't hesitate to contact the specialist team at West Car Clinic.

For all your Hybrid and EV servicing, inspection, diagnosis and repair needs don't hesitate to contact the specialist team at West Car Clinic

Hybrid Nissan Pathfinder Fault Diagnosis and Repair in Ridgehaven

At West Car Clinic, we recently carried out a manufacturer’s logbook service on a 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid with 60,000km on the clock. This hybrid SUV is a great example of modern efficiency, but like all vehicles—especially hybrids—it requires the right care and attention to stay running smoothly.

Following Toyota’s factory-recommended procedures, our team performed a comprehensive log book service which included:

Replacement of engine air filter and cabin filter

Battery health check, including 12V and high-voltage hybrid battery system

Inspection of high-voltage battery ventilation system to ensure efficient cooling and safety

Full vehicle inspection in line with Toyota's service schedule

By adhering to the manufacturer’s specifications, we help maintain the vehicle’s warranty and ensure its longevity and performance.

Hybrid vehicles like the Corolla Cross have both traditional and electric systems working together. This makes regular servicing even more important, as there are more components that need monitoring—such as high-voltage battery systems, cooling fans, and regenerative braking components.

Why Regular Servicing is Vital – Especially for Hybrids

Neglecting these can lead to decreased fuel efficiency, reduced battery lifespan, or even costly repairs down the line.

At our Ridgehaven workshop, we understand the unique servicing needs of hybrid vehicles. Whether it's battery health, fluid changes, or following strict manufacturer procedures, we ensure every detail is covered.

Drive a hybrid? Stay ahead of issues and protect your investment with expert log book servicing at West Car Clinic. Book your next service with us today!

We recently carried out a manufacturer’s log book service on a 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid with 60,000km on the clock.

Logbook Service on a 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Ridgehaven

Case Study: Logbook Service on a 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid (60,000km)

The automotive industry has changed dramatically over the last decade. New cars are no longer just mechanical machines—they’re now packed with technology like:

Electric drivetrains and battery management systems

Smart sensors, cameras and control modules

These systems require a different kind of care than traditional vehicles. Attempting to service them without the right tools or training can lead to software errors, performance issues, and even warranty breaches.

NexDrive Certification: What It Means for You

West Car Clinic is a NexDrive-certified workshop, part of a nationwide network of workshops trained and equipped to service the vehicles of the future.
This means:

Your electric or hybrid car will be serviced by technicians with specialised EV training

Advanced diagnostics tools are used to service complex electronic systems

We’re equipped to carry out ADAS calibrations and software updates

Your manufacturer warranty remains protected, even outside the dealership

Whether you drive a Tesla, Toyota Hybrid, Kia EV6, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, or a petrol SUV with ADAS features, West Car Clinic has the expertise to maintain your vehicle safely and professionally.

Expert Servicing for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles in Adelaide

Brake inspections (especially regenerative braking)

At West Car Clinic, we don’t just guess—we use advanced diagnostic tools specifically designed for EV and hybrid platforms. That means faster, more accurate servicing and repairs that keep your vehicle running safely and efficiently.

It’s not just EVs that are getting smarter. Many petrol and diesel cars on Australian roads now feature:

Petrol and Diesel Vehicles Are Changing Too

These vehicles still need regular servicing—but with more precision than ever before. West Car Clinic uses the latest diagnostic equipment to identify issues early and keep your vehicle performing at its peak.

Retain Your Warranty – Without the Dealer Price Tag

A common myth is that you need to return to the dealership to protect your new car warranty. That’s no longer the case.

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, West Car Clinic follows your car manufacturer’s servicing schedule to the letter. We use approved parts, log all work, and stamp your service book—so your statutory warranty remains valid.

 NexDrive-certified to work on EVs, hybrids and advanced vehicles

Up-to-date training and cutting-edge diagnostic tools

Specialists in ADAS calibration and high-voltage EV servicing

Whether you drive a plug-in hybrid, fully electric vehicle, or a petrol car with the latest tech, West Car Clinic is your trusted local expert for advanced car servicing in Adelaide’s North East.

Don’t leave your modern vehicle in the hands of an outdated workshop. Trust the team that’s trained for tomorrow’s technology.

The automotive industry has changed dramatically over the last decade. New cars are no longer just mechanical machines—they’re now packed with technology

Why modern cars need modern servicing

At West Car Clinic in Ridgehaven, we recently had the opportunity to showcase our expertise in Hybrid and Electric vehicle servicing by replacing the high voltage battery of a 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander ZJ. This project highlighted our specialised skills, state-of-the-art equipment, and commitment to ensuring our customers’ vehicles perform at their best.

Delivering Expert Care for Hybrid & Electric Vehicles in Ridgehaven

The Mitsubishi Outlander ZJ Hybrid is a brilliant example of modern automotive technology. However, like any vehicle, its components can degrade over time. The high voltage battery in this particular vehicle was no longer holding charge efficiently, which was impacting the car’s overall performance and energy efficiency. The owner reached out to us seeking a reliable solution.

Our certified technicians, who specialise in Hybrid and Electric vehicles, got to work in our dedicated EV service bay. Safety is paramount when dealing with high voltage systems, so the first step was to isolate the battery from the vehicle’s electrical system. Using industry-approved safety protocols and tools, we ensured that both the vehicle and our technicians were fully protected.

Once the old battery was safely removed, we installed a brand-new high voltage battery specifically designed for the Outlander ZJ. This involved calibrating the new battery to the vehicle’s software to ensure optimal compatibility and performance. After reassembly, the system was thoroughly tested to verify everything was functioning correctly, including the battery management system and hybrid drivetrain.

The results were immediately noticeable. The vehicle regained its original energy efficiency, offering the driver a smoother and more reliable experience. This replacement not only extended the lifespan of the vehicle but also enhanced its eco-friendly performance, making it as good as new.

At West Car Clinic, we take pride in being a trusted name for Hybrid and Electric vehicle servicing in Ridgehaven. With a dedicated service bay and a team of highly qualified professionals, we’re fully equipped to handle all types of hybrid and EV maintenance. From routine check-ups to complex repairs, we ensure every vehicle is treated with the highest level of care and expertise.

If your Hybrid or Electric vehicle needs servicing, trust the experts at West Car Clinic in Ridgehaven. Our focus on safety, quality, and precision means you can drive away with confidence, knowing your car is in its best condition.

Discover how West Car Clinic in Ridgehaven expertly replaced a Mitsubishi Outlander ZJ 2014 high voltage battery. Trust us for certified Hybrid & Electric vehicle servicing.

Mitsubishi Outlander Hybrid Battery Replacement at West Car Clinic

How West Car Clinic Replaced a Mitsubishi Outlander Hybrid Battery

When it comes to servicing and maintaining modern vehicles, West Car Clinic is your trusted local partner in the North East. Whether you own an electric vehicle (EV), a hybrid, or a petrol-powered car, we have the expertise and technology to ensure your vehicle stays in peak condition while retaining its manufacturer warranty. 

Our team of certified technicians is specially trained to handle vehicles equipped with the latest automotive technology. From advanced diagnostic systems to specialised tools, we have everything needed to safely and efficiently service and repair your vehicle. 

1. Comprehensive Expertise Across All Vehicle Types 
At West Car Clinic, we understand the unique needs of EVs, hybrids, and petrol vehicles with advanced systems. Modern cars are packed with innovative features designed to enhance safety, performance, and efficiency. Our team is skilled in handling these systems, ensuring your vehicle gets the care it needs. 

2. Certified and Equipped for Advanced Technology 
Our technicians are certified and keep up-to-date with advanced vehicle training. Whether it's calibrating Autonomous Driver Assist Systems (ADAS), performing hybrid or EV-specific inspections, or conducting traditional maintenance tasks, we are fully equipped to get the job done right. 

3. Retain Your Manufacturer Warranty 
You don’t have to rely solely on dealers for your vehicle’s service or repairs. At West Car Clinic, we adhere to manufacturer standards, ensuring your statutory warranty is fully preserved. 

4. Transparent and Customer-Focused Service 
We believe in clear communication and a customer-first approach. With West Car Clinic, you’ll receive honest advice, high-quality workmanship, and tailored solutions for your vehicle. 

Why Choose West Car Clinic for Your Advanced Vehicle?

Electric and hybrid cars require specialised care to maintain their safety and performance. At West Car Clinic, we are trained to manage the unique components of these vehicles, including battery systems, charging units, regenerative braking systems, and electric drivetrains. 

While traditional maintenance such as oil changes might not be required for EVs, other critical components like brakes, suspension, cabin filters, and air conditioning systems still need regular attention. With our expertise, you can drive confidently, knowing your EV or hybrid is performing at its best. 

As your local Repco Authorised Service centre, we can service your new car. We can carry out carmaker's scheduled services and stamp your service book. Your new car warranty will be validated and protected.

Even traditional petrol and diesel vehicles are becoming more advanced, incorporating systems like ADAS and innovative engine technologies. Our workshop is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to identify and resolve issues efficiently. From routine servicing to more complex repairs, we ensure your vehicle runs smoothly and safely. 

Petrol and Diesel Vehicles with Advanced Features 

Modern vehicles rely heavily on integrated software and advanced electronics. At West Car Clinic, we use cutting-edge diagnostic equipment to pinpoint issues quickly and accurately. Whether your vehicle requires software updates, system recalibration, or component replacements, we have the tools and knowledge to deliver results. 

The automotive world is rapidly evolving, and so are we. At West Car Clinic, we are committed to staying ahead of the curve by continuously updating our skills and technology. Whether your vehicle is powered by electricity, hybrid technology, or petrol, we’re here to help you maintain its performance, efficiency, and safety. 

Supporting the Next Generation of Vehicles 

Your vehicle deserves expert care, and at West Car Clinic, we deliver just that. Trust our skilled technicians, advanced equipment, and customer-focused service for all your vehicle’s maintenance and repair needs. Contact us today to book your next service and experience the difference. 

At West Car Clinic, we expertly service electric, hybrid, and petrol vehicles with advanced technology, ensuring safety, performance, and manufacturer warranty retention.

Comprehensive Vehicle Servicing for EVs, Hybrids, and Petrol Cars - West Car Clinic

Expert Servicing for All Vehicle Types - NexDrive

Specialising in the repair and maintenance of advanced vehicle technology

Next Generation Servicing for Next Generation Vehicles

The team at West Car Clinic offer a range of services to support your next generation vehicle including:

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Testing

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Calibration

West Car Clinic Next Generation Servicing for Next Generation Vehicles - Hybrid, Electric, New Cars

NexDrive Car Service Ridgehaven

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West Car Clinic take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times.

Conveniently located near Tea Tree Plaza shopping centre and public transport hub, the business is RAA approved and a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program - ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

West Car Clinic have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles.

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