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As your local Tyre Dealer in Craigieburn, Active Motor Repairs take great pride in offering our clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs. 

Active Motor Repairs is your New Car Log Book servicing specialists in Craigieburn! At Active Motor Repairs our mechanics will service your car, stamp your logbook while maintaining your new car warranty in safe and knowledgeable hands of a trusted car service mechanic. 

The Craigieburn car service specializes in LPG & Petrol Tuning, Brake & Clutch and All Mechanical Repairs. Restoration and maintenance of vintage, classic and retro vehicles is a specialty at Active Motor Repairs and we welcome you for service!

Your vehicle’s braking system is one of the most critical safety components on the road. Whether you’re driving around town or on the highway, your brakes must perform reliably every time you press the pedal. But like all parts of your car, brake components wear out over time. Recognising the early warning signs can save you money, prevent further damage, and most importantly—keep you safe. Here are 7 clear signs your brakes may need replacing. 1. Squealing or Screeching Noise When Braking One of the most common early warning signs is a high-pitched squealing sound when you apply the brakes. Most brake pads are designed with a built-in wear indicator that creates this noise when the pads are getting thin. If you hear squealing regularly, it’s time to have your brakes inspected. 2. Grinding Noise (Serious Warning) If your brakes are making a grinding or growling sound, this is a serious issue. Grinding usually means the brake pads are completely worn out, and metal is rubbing against metal. This can damage your brake discs and lead to much more expensive repairs—get it checked immediately. 3. Vibration or Pulsing When Braking Feeling a vibration through the brake pedal or steering wheel when braking? This often indicates warped brake discs or uneven wear, which reduces braking performance and control. Don’t ignore this—your stopping ability may already be compromised. 4. Reduced Braking Performance If your car is taking longer to stop or doesn’t feel as responsive, your brakes may be worn. Common causes include: Worn brake pads Contaminated brake fluid General brake system wear Reduced braking power is a major safety risk and should be addressed straight away. 5. Soft or Spongy Brake Pedal A soft, spongy, or sinking brake pedal is never normal. This could indicate: Air in the brake lines A brake fluid leak Failing components in the braking system If your pedal feels different, have your vehicle inspected immediately. 6. Car Pulling to One Side When Braking Does your vehicle pull left or right when braking? This may be caused by: Uneven brake pad wear A sticking caliper Brake fluid issues Not only does this affect braking performance, but it can also make your vehicle unsafe to control. 7. Brake Warning Light on Your Dashboard If your brake warning light comes on, don’t ignore it. This could indicate: Low brake fluid Worn brake pads A fault in the braking system A warning light is your car telling you something needs urgent attention. Why You Shouldn’t Delay Brake Repairs Ignoring brake issues can lead to: Increased stopping distances Damage to discs and calipers Higher repair costs Serious safety risks Early detection and maintenance can save you money and help avoid dangerous situations on the road. Need Brake Replacement or Inspection? If you’ve noticed any of these warning signs, it’s time to get your brakes checked by a professional. At Active Motor Repairs, our experienced technicians can: Inspect your full braking system Replace worn brake pads and discs Ensure your vehicle is safe and roadworthy Book your brake inspection today!

Your vehicle’s braking system is one of the most critical safety components on the road. Whether you’re driving around town or on the highway, your brakes must perform reliably every time you press the pedal.

7 Signs Your Brakes Need Replacement (Don’t Ignore These Warning Signs)

Get ready to experience the thrill of the Supercars Gold Coast 500 - on us! Simply replace your car battery with a Repco battery at Repco Authorised Service and you could be heading to one of Australia’s most exciting motorsport events with your family. This is your chance to combine essential vehicle maintenance with an unforgettable holiday experience. What You Could Win One lucky winner will receive: Return flights for 2 adults and 2 children (if required) 3–4 nights accommodation 4 x General Admission Tickets to the Supercars Gold Coast 500 $500 spending money allowance Supercars merchandise pack Theme park tickets for 2 adults and 2 children Airport transfers (if required) From high-speed track action to theme park fun and beachside relaxation, this prize package delivers the ultimate family getaway. How to Enter Entering is easy: Have your car battery replaced with a Repco battery at Active Motor Repairs between 1 June and 31 July 2026. Then, complete your entry online here. That’s it! You’ll be in the draw to win an incredible Gold Coast Supercars experience. Why Wait? A new battery keeps your vehicle reliable and ready for the road — and now it could also put you on track for an unforgettable family holiday. Book your battery replacement today at your Active Motor Repairs and get your entry in before 31 July 2026. View full terms and conditions here. Don’t miss out - start your engines and enter today!

Enter for your chance to win a family trip to the Supercars Gold Coast 500! Replace your battery with Active Motor Repairs between 1 June and 31 July 2026 to go in the draw.

Win a Family Gold Coast Experience

Repco Authorised Service is Australia's largest network of independent car service workshops and with that comes the reliability of a Nationwide Warranty. Each independently owned Repco Authorised Service workshop offers you an Australian-wide warranty ensuring the goods and services you receive are free from defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty is in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. If something does go wrong or you have a question about our Nationwide Warranty, please get in touch with us here. With over 500 Repco Authorised Service centres Australia wide, there are few places you won't find one of our workshops within easy reach. Warranty Period For services provided by any Repco Authorised Service workshop, the warranty is for a period of 12 months or 20,000kms (whichever comes first) from the date of your invoice. Claims If you need to make a claim under the warranty, please contact the Repco Authorised Service workshop that originally completed the work on your vehicle. The workshop where the work was originally performed will be responsible for responding to and accepting claims. If the original workshop can't help, they may authorise another workshop in the network to assist. Terms and Conditions What does the warranty cover? The Repco Authorised Service workshop will have the option of reperforming, replacing or repairing the good or service if it is or becomes defective during the warranty period, at no additional charge.
a.       Where the good or service is replaced, repaired or reperformed pursuant to this warranty, the replacement good or reperformed service will be subject to the terms of this warranty commencing on the date of the original invoice.
b.       If you request for a good to be repaired, your Repco Authorised Service workshop may choose to replace the good with a refurbished good of the same type. The warranty will cover any reasonable diagnosis or scanning fees conducted by the relevant Repco Authorised Service workshop, if such goods or services are later found to be defective. If the work done on your vehicle involves the supply of services from another service provider nominated by the Repco Authorised Service centre, the warranty offered by such service provider will replace this Nationwide Warranty to the extent of such goods .  The Repco Authorised Service centre will advise you of the terms and conditions of such warranty. The rights and obligations under this warranty remain solely with the original Repco Authorised Service workshop that provided you with the product or service. The benefit of this warranty is personal to you and is not transferable. What does the warranty not cover? This warranty does not cover: normal wear and tear and consumable goods such as globes, wipers, and fluids; loss of any data stored in your vehicle like music or phone numbers; and any incidental loss or damage caused by the defect, such as towing fees, loss of profits, loss of use and loss of goodwill or other loss or damage that cannot reasonably be considered to arise normally. This warranty is void if the defect is a consequence of misuse, neglect, abuse, incorrect operation or improper maintenance of the vehicle, accident, or other use that is not otherwise caused by a Repco Authorised Service workshop. How to submit a warranty claim Step 1: Have your original invoice ready. Step 2: Ensure that you make your claim within the warranty period. Step 3:  Please contact the Repco Authorised Service centre that carried out the relevant repairs or maintenance on your vehicle. Their contact details are on  your original invoice.  Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law The goods and services acquired from a Repco Authorised Service workshop comes with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. For major failures with the service, you are entitled: to cancel your service contract with us; and to a refund for the unused portion, or to compensation for its reduced value. You are also entitled to choose a refund or replacement for major failures with goods. If a failure with the goods or a service does not amount to a major failure, you are entitled to have the failure rectified in a reasonable time. If this is not done, you are entitled to a refund for the goods and to cancel the contract for the service and obtain a refund of any unused portion. You are also entitled to be compensated for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage from a failure in the goods or service.

Enjoy peace of mind with the Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty. Quality parts and labour covered at over 500 locations across Australia.

Nationwide Warranty

Cabin or Pollen filters are your invisible line of defence against allergens inside your car, working to filter out irritants that can trigger allergic reactions. At Active Motor Repairs in Craigieburn, we recommend having your filters checked and replaced regularly to ensure a safer and more comfortable drive. Anyone who suffers from allergies knows that just because spring has passed, it doesn’t mean the discomfort has disappeared. While it’s well-known that spending time outdoors can expose you to allergens, fewer people realise that the air inside your car can be significantly more polluted than the air outside. It can contain harmful bacteria, dirt, pollen, fungi, and the unavoidable summer dust that often finds its way into our vehicles. These contaminants can enter the passenger cabin unfiltered through the vehicle's air intake system, potentially causing allergies, asthma, headaches, nausea, fatigue, or dizziness. Needless to say, none of these are ideal when trying to enjoy a drive or focus on the road ahead Thankfully, there are ways to mitigate these risks. One simple and effective measure is ensuring that your cabin air filter is in good condition. Most vehicles manufactured since the late 1990s come equipped with a cabin air filter. At Active Motor Repairs in Craigieburn, we are proud to recommend and install high-quality Ryco Filters, which are designed to effectively trap pollutants and improve air quality inside your car. What many drivers don’t know is that a clogged or worn-out cabin air filter can also affect your car’s air conditioning system. When the filter becomes blocked with debris, it can reduce airflow, causing your air conditioning to work harder and possibly even consume more fuel. Replacing the filter not only enhances the air quality but also helps maintain the efficiency of your vehicle's ventilation system. For a clean, fresh, and more comfortable ride, visit us at our workshop and let our team ensure your cabin air filter is up to the task.

Reduce allergens, dust, and pollutants in your car with quality cabin air filters. Ensure a healthier, more comfortable drive while maintaining your vehicle’s air conditioning efficiency.

Air Filters and Allergies

Motor oil is the most important fluid in your car after fuel—but what keeps it clean? Your car's oil filter cleans the oil multiple times per minute, removing solid particles of dirt, carbon, and metal fragments. If left unchecked, these contaminants can damage bearings and cylinder wall surfaces, increase engine wear, and shorten your engine's lifespan. Active Motor Repairs are experts in maintaining the health of your vehicle's systems, ensuring they work at their best.   Replacing oil filters regularly is essential to protect your engine's life and sustain optimal performance. While manufacturers provide guidelines for when filters should be changed, the actual timing depends on various factors, such as driving conditions, filter age, engine age, and mileage. Ideally, oil filter changes should follow the logbook schedule at a minimum, but it’s often better to replace them sooner if needed. One thing is clear: routine oil filter replacement helps safeguard your engine and oil, ultimately saving you money by preventing expensive repairs in the long run. Don't forget that oil filters should always be replaced when the engine is flushed as it has collected debris and contaminants which shouldn't be reintroduced into clean engine oil. At Active Motor Repairs, we recommend checking and replacing the oil filter during every full car service. Regular checks not only keep your car running smoothly but also provide peace of mind.   Did you know? A clogged oil filter can cause the oil pressure warning light to illuminate on your dash, as the filter restricts the flow of oil through the engine. This is another reason why keeping your oil filter in top condition is so important.   We offer logbook services and much more for a wide range of makes and models, all conveniently located right here in Craigieburn. Call us today to discuss your car and its last service, and we'll provide you with a quote.

Keep your engine running smoothly with clean oil. Learn why oil filters are vital for removing contaminants and how regular replacements protect your engine and extend its lifespan. Let Active Motor Repairs take care of your car.

Oil Filters

Your vehicle is equipped with several different filters, each designed to function within a specific system in your car. At Active Motor Repairs, we understand these systems thoroughly and provide expert servicing in Craigieburn and the surrounding areas. Put simply, filters work to trap particles that could cause damage or don’t belong in the system they’re protecting. However, all filters have a limited lifespan – once they become clogged with the particles they’re designed to capture, they must be replaced. Failing to replace filters when needed can lead to costly damage in critical parts of your vehicle. Types of Filters in Your Car Include: Oil Filter: Ensures the engine oil remains clean and flows efficiently through the engine, preventing wear and tear.
Air Filter: Blocks dirt, debris, and particles from entering the engine that could harm cylinders, pistons and other internal components.
Cabin Air Filter: Protects the car’s ventilation system by filtering out pollen, dust, and bacteria, ensuring clean air inside the vehicle.
Fuel Filter: Prevents contaminants from reaching the carburettor or fuel injectors, helping maintain proper fuel flow and performance.
Transmission Filter: Found in vehicles with automatic transmissions, it removes debris and metal shavings from transmission fluid to protect the gearbox.   Did you know that a clean engine air filter can improve fuel efficiency by up to 10% in some vehicles? Ensuring all filters are in good condition not only safeguards your car’s systems but can also enhance its overall performance.   At Active Motor Repairs, we offer a comprehensive 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report with every full car service, available upon request. This includes checking your car’s filters to help you avoid costly repairs and keep your vehicle running smoothly.

Keep your car running smoothly with clean filters. Discover the types, benefits, and expert services offered by Active Motor Repairs in Craigieburn and surrounding areas.

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7 Signs Your Brakes Need Replacement (Don’t Ignore These Warning Signs)

Win a Family Gold Coast Experience

Nationwide Warranty

Air Filters and Allergies

Oil Filters

Automotive Filters