As the Christmas holidays approach, the anticipation of hitting the road to visit loved ones or explore new destinations grows. However, amidst the excitement, it's crucial to ensure your vehicle is in prime condition to handle the demands of holiday travel. At Berry Springs Mechanical, we understand the importance of preparing your car for this busy time of year. 

Booking a car service early not only guarantees peace of mind but also ensures you're not caught off guard by last-minute mechanical issues...

The holiday season is one of the busiest times for auto repair shops, with many closing their doors to enjoy the festivities themselves. This means that securing a spot for your vehicle's service well in advance is vital. Waiting until the last minute might leave you scrambling to find a mechanic, potentially compromising your travel plans. By booking early with Berry Springs Mechanical, you ensure your car gets the attention it needs to perform optimally during the Christmas rush.

Regular car servicing is more than just a precautionary measure; it's a necessity. Keeping your vehicle in top shape not only ensures longevity but also guarantees safety for you and your passengers. Here are some key benefits of regular servicing:

Regular Service: A Necessity for Safe Travel

1. Improved Safety: 
Regular check-ups allow mechanics to identify and fix potential issues before they escalate. This proactive approach prevents unexpected breakdowns, ensuring you arrive safely at your destination.

2. Optimal Performance: 
Routine maintenance helps your car run smoothly. It ensures that your engine, brakes, and other critical components function as they should, reducing the risk of performance-related issues on the road.

3. Increased Efficiency: 
A well-maintained vehicle is more fuel-efficient. With gas prices fluctuating, saving money on fuel during long holiday trips is always a bonus.

4. Nationwide Warranty: 
At Berry Springs Mechanical, we offer a nationwide warranty with our services, giving you peace of mind knowing that help is available wherever your travels take you across the country.

Living in Berry Springs, you're no stranger to the Wet Season and its challenges. Monsoon conditions demand specific attention to your vehicle's readiness. Here's how regular servicing can prepare your car for the unique demands of the Wet Season:

Preparing for the Wet Season in Berry Springs

Tyre Tread and Pressure: 
The wet roads can be treacherous, making it essential to have good tyres with plenty of tread. Regular service checks ensure your tyres are in excellent condition and properly inflated for optimal grip on slippery surfaces.

Windshield Wipers: 
Visibility is crucial during heavy rain, so having functional windshield wipers is a must. During a routine service, mechanics will assess the condition of your wipers and replace them if necessary, ensuring clear vision no matter the weather.

Brakes and Suspension: 
Wet roads can affect braking distance and control. Regular checks and maintenance of your braking system and suspension are essential to ensure your car can handle sudden stops and rough road conditions.

Regular servicing covers a range of mechanical tasks crucial for holiday travel safety. At Berry Springs Mechanical, our comprehensive service includes:

Essential Mechanical Tasks for Holiday Travel

Oil and Filter Change: Ensuring your engine runs smoothly and efficiently

Brake Inspection: Checking for wear and tear to guarantee reliable stopping power

Battery Check: Verifying your battery's condition to prevent starting issues

Fluid Levels: Ensuring coolant, brake, and transmission fluids are at optimal levels

Belt and Hose Inspection: Preventing potential failures that could leave you stranded.

Knowing that your vehicle has been serviced by professionals at Berry Springs Mechanical provides invaluable peace of mind. Our mechanics are part of a nationwide network, ensuring they're trained in the latest vehicle repair methods. This expertise, combined with a nationwide warranty, means you can embark on your Christmas road trip with confidence.

Preparing your car for the Christmas holidays with a regular service is a wise investment. Booking early at Berry Springs Mechanical guarantees your vehicle is ready to tackle the roads during this festive season.

From handling the Wet Season conditions in Berry Springs to ensuring safety on long journeys, our team is here to provide expert service and support. Enjoy a stress-free holiday knowing your car is in excellent hands...

Ensure a safe and stress-free Christmas holiday by booking your car service early at Berry Springs Mechanical. Discover the benefits of regular car maintenance, especially for handling the Wet Season in Berry Springs…

Get Your Car Ready for the Christmas Holidays with Regular Car Service

Get Your Car Ready for the Christmas Holidays in the Top End

Huge congratulations to Beckie Kernich and the Berry Springs Mechanical team for winning the Australian Small Business Trade Champion Awards... 

Australian Trades Small Business Champion Award for Automotive Mechanical Repairs 2024 has been awarded to Berry Springs Mechanical

The Berry Springs workshop was started 30 years ago by Doug Barden at Bardens Lakes until Tony Saliba took over the reins, becoming a Repco Authorised Service Centre and adding a new shed on higher ground to solve the issue of water surrounding the old shed at times. Then a little over ten years ago Beckie Kernich acquired the business and that's when the magic really started to happen.

This is an incredible achievement for Beckie and the team

Calm and unassuming, Beckie epitomises the laid back, straight from the shoulder Territorian as she navigates the challenges and crises that come with running a successful car service workshop. Beckie began her work with engines as a motorbike mechanic in her teens before pursuing other avenues. They say that life begins at forty though and Beckie took this to heart. 

As a single mum who found herself in a poor financial position, Beckie took stock of her life and decided to head back towards her first love - mechanical repairs. The opportunity to take over the Berry Springs workshop came up and Beckie jumped at the chance to improve her lot by taking over the business as both the boss and the then resident apprentice, building it into what it is today, a well respected car service workshop with a reputation for getting the job done. 

Beckie says she gets the occasional odd reaction at the senior mechanic of the workshop or Roadside Assist operator being a woman but those that know her well also know that her calm, no nonsense attitude to problem solving will no doubt win them over in short order. Needless to say the female customers of Berry Springs Mechanical often feel more comfortable dealing with a woman to woman relationship when it comes to car service.

But Beckie's story doesn't end there. As a workshop owner Beckie cares deeply about others, especially the battler out there dealing with situations similar to her own or worse. Not only does Beckie look out for the wellbeing of team at Berry Springs Mechanical and ensure her customers vehicles are safe and efficient to drive, Beckie also extends that care to the community in general, sharing her skills and knowledge to help others in their struggles.

For example, Beckie has been an incredible supporter of No One Left Behind since it's inception. No One Left Behind is a series of events and community workshops that brings people together to share challenges faced and offer support, connection and solutions at a grass roots level. Founded by another "Bec", the great female role model and 2022 NT Local Hero Australian of the Year Bec Forrest. No One Left Behind has grown until these initiatives have branched out across the country and champions men’s, women’s, LGBTQI, youth and disability rights.

Beckie began her support of No One Left Behind by offering a Tyre Changing and Basic Mechanical Workshop at the inaugural No Woman Left Behind Conference. This has since blossomed into monthly "Bec's Basics" workshops, empowering anyone, particularly women, with essential car care skills. The regular workshops, which Beckie hosts at no charge to the participants leads car owners through such mechanical tasks as how to check your oil levels, check your coolant, check tyre pressures, how to change a tyre and changing wiper blades. 

Beckie also shuts down her workshop so her team can attend the International Men's Day Forum, recognising the importance of men connecting and having conversations around mental health and other crucial issues.

Keep an eye out for our events where you can attend the Berry Springs Mechanical workshop for one of Bec’s free classes, a place for young and old to learn basic mechanical car skills...

The team at Berry Springs Mechanical provide a range of car service and repair tasks to all manner of vehicles, ranging from vehicles of 1940 and 1950 vintage through to the many 4WD's that tend to be found in the NT and right up to the modern vehicles of today. While tyre issues and overheating vehicles make up a good portion of the issues Berry Springs Mechanical deal with, the team regularly face the full gamut of car repair and service tasks that can confront a busy modern workshop.

When it comes down to how Beckie runs the business, in a recent ABC interview she quipped "Everything comes down to customer service at the end of the day and trying to make all our customers happy. Obviously that comes with some blood, sweat and tears. There's a lot of that goes into certain cars, just giving good customer service, you know, helping people out when they're stuck and obviously need maintenance and repairs, but we get a lot of people just drop in for emergency repairs and we just do our best to accommodate everyone".

Running a business can be difficult at times so it is really great to see a successful business owner selflessly putting back into the community on a regular basis...

So well done Beckie. It's great to see the past 10+ years of your dedication and determination you have put into building your business and supporting the local community has not gone unnoticed.

Come on down to Berry Springs Mechanical's next "Bec's Basics" workshops and learn some basic car skills with Bec. No cost. No booking required. Just bring yourself and a water bottle. We are now running a small poll to find out what time suits everyone best.

Congrats again to Beckie and the entire Berry Springs Mechanical team

Berry Springs Mechanical in Berry Springs is a licensed roadworthy inspection station and can issue roadworthy certificates for vehicles that pass the roadworthy  assessment test.  				

A roadworthy inspection includes checking:

A roadworthy inspection is not a comprehensive full vehicle inspection. Talk to us today about the different types of inspections available at Berry Springs Mechanical and which one will best suit your needs. 

Book a roadworthy inspection at Berry Springs Mechanical today.

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We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Friday the 20th of December and reopening on Monday the 6th of January

We advise that the workshop will be closed over the Easter long weekend reopening on Tuesday the 11th of April

We also advise that we will be closed Monday the 24th and Tuesday the 25th of April for ANZAC Day reopening Wednesday the 26th of April.

We advise that our workshop will be closed for the public holiday on Monday the 7th of August and reopening on Tuesday the 8th of August

Berry Springs Mechanical take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times.

Conveniently located in Berry Springs, 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.

Berry Springs Mechanical 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.

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