Easter is one of those holidays many people don't think about until it is almost upon them. Perhaps because it is not as long a period as Christmas but is more than just a long weekend, people often leave their Easter decisions to the last minute, including those impulsive, last minute trips away.

While Easter may seem a little way off, it’s wise to book your car in early for servicing to avoid the last-minute rush, especially if you're planning a trip over the Easter weekend. Mechanic shops and service centres are prime candidates for being booked solid weeks ahead of Easter so don't leave your service booking too long or you might have to take a journey without the benefits a well serviced vehicle can offer. 
 

Hop in and get your car serviced before the Easter rush

 
So as Easter approaches, it's a good time to start planning your holiday adventures or even just your daily drives around Gympie. One of the most crucial steps in your preparations is ensuring your car is in top condition. Regular servicing is key to preventing unexpected breakdowns and ensuring your vehicle's safety and performance.

A comprehensive car service involves several important mechanical checks and maintenance tasks. Here’s why they matter:

1. Brakes: 
The brakes are arguably the most critical safety feature of any vehicle. Regular servicing ensures that your brake pads and discs are in excellent condition, preventing potential accidents caused by faulty braking.

2. Tyres: 
Tyres are your vehicle's point of contact with the road, and their condition significantly affects your driving safety. A check will ensure that they have the correct tread depth and pressure, enhancing grip and reducing the risk of blowouts during long drives.

3. Battery: 
An efficient battery is essential for reliable car starts and powering your vehicle’s electronics. Servicing includes checking the battery's charge and condition, avoiding unexpected issues.

4. Lights: 
Functional lights are vital for visibility, especially during night drives or poor weather conditions. Ensuring that all lights, including headlights, indicators, and brake lights, are working well is a fundamental safety measure.

5. HVAC System:
A working HVAC system isn’t just for comfort. It also ensures that your windows stay demisted, maintaining clear visibility in varying weather conditions.

6. Fluid Levels: 
From engine oil to coolant and brake fluid, maintaining proper fluid levels is crucial for smooth engine performance and preventing wear and tear. Regular checks help avoid engine overheating and other issues.

﻿ Whether you’re heading off on an exciting holiday or simply navigating the roads of Gympie, a well-maintained vehicle will keep you safe and ensure your journey is enjoyable. For the best car service experience in Gympie, trust the experts at Ultimate Automotive. 

Our experienced technicians are ready to help you get your car in perfect shape, ensuring a safe and hassle-free drive. Book your service well ahead of time and hit the road with confidence!

Get your car ready for Easter trips with regular servicing. Learn about the key maintenance tasks to ensure safety for holiday travel and daily drives in Gympie. Book with Ultimate Automotive today!

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At Ultimate Automotive, our customers are our number one priority. But behind every great service, there's a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals. We take pride in having a tight-knit team of expert mechanics and dedicated office staff, ensuring the highest level of service every time.

Our team is trained by some of the world’s most respected industry leaders, including Jeff Digance, Brandon Steckler, Darren Darling, Frank Massey, Scanner Danner, and Bernie Thompson from ATS. These experts set the global standard for automotive diagnostics and repairs, and we bring that expertise directly to you.

Not only do we train our own team to the highest standards, but we also educate other workshops in advanced automotive diagnostics. Many businesses send their apprentices to us for further training, ensuring the next generation of mechanics is equipped with world-class knowledge. Everything we do is held to an international standard of excellence.

We believe in giving back to the community that supports us. In partnership with local Gympie schools, we provide trainee work positions as part of school work experience programs. We also actively support and speak to students to help them prepare for future employment.

Beyond our workshop, Jodie and Darryl are both passionate cycling enthusiasts. Darryl has served as both President and Treasurer of the Gympie Apex Club, as well as District Governor for Apex. Both Jodie and Darryl volunteer for the Gympie Muster, and Darryl has dedicated years to teaching Taekwondo. He currently serves as President of the local Toastmasters club and plays a key role in the Repco Authorised Service Program as a member of the National Dealer Council.

Ultimate Automotive is also a proud supporter of the Starlight Foundation, helping bring joy to sick kids for many years.

In 2004, Darryl & Jodie won the prestigious Peter Webb 'Spirit of RAS' Award. This award is given to members who demonstrate outstanding service and dedication to the Repco Authorised Service Program—a testament to their commitment to excellence in the industry.

As your local Repco Authorised Service Centre, we have access to top-quality parts and industry-leading training, ensuring your vehicle gets the best care possible. We also offer a Nationwide Warranty, honoured at over 500 workshops across Australia.

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Wherever you go, you can count on the experience, expertise, and reliability of Ultimate Automotive and Repco Authorised Service.

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Did you know there is a cabin air filter in your car? Where is your cabin air filter? They are designed to remove a large amount of outside air pollutants and debris to keep you breathing easily when you drive.  And it is usually located in your glovebox. Talk to Ultimate Automotive in Gympie today about your cabin air filter !

Just like your air-conditioning at home, the filters need to be checked at regular intervals and changed when it has done it's job. Replacing your cabin air filter is important to your health and your cars health too!

The air outside your car can be polluted enough with smoggy city traffic or even dusty country roads, but research published in the Environmental Health Perspectives Journal shows that without an effective cabin air filter installed, the air inside your car can contain over 10 times more pollutants than the air outside.
This poor quality air can cause:

"Cabin air filters are designed to filter out contaminants while  absorbing noxious odours and harmful gases like exhaust and ozone,"  explained Ryco Filters General Manager of Sales & Marketing, Ross Lamb. Cabin air filters become clogged over time and their effectiveness at protecting your health declines. 

If you drive ‘Mum's Taxi', you might feel like you are always on the move - and a recent study into driving habits confirmed that parents with children aged 6-15 drive approximately 10% more than drivers without kids. And, the longer you spend in a vehicle with a Cabin Air Filter that needs replacing, the more you are at risk of health complications. 

As well as healthier air - an effective cabin air filter means you get better fuel performance from your vehicle. A clogged cabin air filter will cause your air conditioner to work harder than it needs to and this means it uses more fuel and your air conditioning system is more likely to have a costly breakdown.

At Ultimate Automotive in Gympie we check your cabin air filter as part of our free 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report which you can request with every full car service.
For a more comprehensive check of your air condition system we recommend an air conditioning service.

Cabin air filter replacement is not only important to your car's health - it affects yours too.

Ultimate Automotive care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation (AU57109) to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioning regas, inspection, repair or servicing.

Getting your car's air conditioning serviced every 12 months means you may avoid costly breakdowns now and in the future and a well serviced automotive air conditioning system actually saves you money because it reduces the amount of fuel you use. 

Ultimate Automotive are the best choice to manage all your Automotive Air Conditioner Regas, Repairs, Servicing or Inspection needs in Gympie and the surrounding areas.

Ultimate Automotive care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation (AU57109) to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioning regas, inspection, repair or servicing. Book online now...

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We advise that the workshop will be closed over the Christmas break from 20.12.24 to 13.1.25

For the Ultimate car service in Gympie, trust the experience and knowledge of the beautiful minds at Ultimate  Automotive.

Formerly trading as George's Radiator & Auto Repairs, our business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring all of our technicians have access to modern vehicle repair methods and diagnostic information.

Ultimate Automotive have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we have a commitment to providing the very highest standards of automotive mechanical service. ARC Authorised Air Conditioning Service (AU57109)

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