Noosa mechanic

Hybrid vehicles may look similar to conventional petrol cars, but there's considerably more to servicing one than changing the engine oil. We put a 2024 Toyota Corolla Ascent Hybrid with approximately 25,000km on the hoist to look at the hybrid-specific systems, including the HV battery cooling system and its often-overlooked intake filter.

A beautifully maintained 2005 Hyundai Tucson arrived at AutoSavvy Mechanical on a tilt tray after suddenly refusing to start. With the engine cranking but not firing, several possible faults had to be considered. Careful testing and research eventually identified the problem as a failed main relay that had stopped supplying power to the ECU.

Oil leaks don't always stop at making a mess. A 2009 Mini Cooper recently showed how leaking engine oil can contaminate other components and turn a relatively simple repair into a much bigger job.

A beautiful 1964 Ford Falcon is getting a major suspension and steering overhaul at AutoSavvy Mechanical. At 62 years young, this classic proves some cars really are built to last.

A 2010 Isuzu D-Max arrived at Autosavvy Mechanical with a failed clutch. After battling seized bolts and a bent pin, we removed the clutch, machined the flywheel and prepared the vehicle for its new clutch assembly.