How does a mobile mechanic work?

Jens comes to your home, workplace, or wherever your vehicle is parked with a fully equipped service vehicle. No need to arrange transport or take time off work.

How much does a mobile service cost?

Pricing is competitive and transparent with no hidden workshop overhead fees. Contact Jens directly for a free quote based on your vehicle and the work needed.

Can you do a pre-purchase inspection remotely?

Yes. Jens can inspect a vehicle on your behalf and send a detailed written report. Ideal for out-of-town buyers looking at vehicles in Tauranga.

Mobile Mechanic Tauranga | Your Local Garage

What We Do

Services

Fresh engine oil being poured during a full vehicle service

Full Vehicle Servicing

Complete service at your home or workplace. Oil, filters, fluids, and full inspection.

Brake Servicing

Brake pads, rotors, and full brake servicing. Failed your WOF? Jens handles the repairs.

Pre-purchase vehicle inspection checklist

Pre-Purchase Inspections

Detailed mechanical report before you buy. Available remotely for out-of-town buyers.

Car timing cambelt and water pump replacement

Cambelt & Waterpumps

Cambelt replacement and waterpump servicing at your location. No workshop queue.

Steering & Suspension

Steering and suspension diagnostics, knocks, and worn components sorted on-site by Jens.

Auto Electrical

Electrical fault diagnostics, battery replacement, jump starts, and wiring repairs.

Launch diagnostic tablet running a vehicle fault scan in an engine bay

Fault Diagnostics

OBD scanning, engine diagnostics, and fault code reading. Find the problem fast.

Electric vehicle charging during hybrid and EV servicing

Hybrid & EV Servicing

Service and repairs for hybrid and electric vehicles — high-voltage battery checks, diagnostics, and routine servicing.

Help With Repair Costs

WINZ-Approved Repairs & Quotes

WINZApproved Repairer

Need a hand covering an essential repair?

Your Local Garage is a WINZ-approved repairer. If you're applying to Work and Income (WINZ) for help with the cost of getting your car fixed, Jens can provide a clear, itemised written quote for you to submit for approval — and carry out the repair once it's approved, right at your home or workplace.

Tell Jens what's wrong — he assesses your vehicle wherever it's parked.
You get a detailed written quote, ready to take to Work and Income.
Once WINZ approves the funding, Jens books you in and gets the repair done.

Get a WINZ Quote

Why Choose Mobile

The Workshop Comes to You

Workshop visits needed. Jens arrives at your place with a fully equipped service vehicle. No drop-offs, no waiting rooms, no arranging a ride.

5.0★

Average review rating from every customer. Consistently praised for honesty, fair pricing, and going the extra mile.

Suburbs served across greater Tauranga. From Otumoetai, Matua and Bethlehem through The Lakes and Tauriko to Papamoa and Mt Maunganui.

Your Local Garage mobile mechanic van servicing Tauranga

Meet Your Mechanic

About Jens

Your Local Garage service reminder cards

Jens is a born-and-raised Tauranga local with over 25 years in the automotive trade. He holds multiple qualifications, including Hybrid Elite and Master Technician certificates — so whether it's a modern hybrid, an EV, or a well-loved family car, it's in genuinely experienced hands.

The name Your Local Garage came from Jens' drive to help his own community. Whether he's getting someone back on the road after a breakdown or volunteering at his local football club, Waipuna FC, looking after the people around him is what it has always been about.

Ask him why, and the answer is simple: "It helps fill my cup."

When you book with Your Local Garage, you deal directly with the person turning the spanner — no franchise, no call centre, no middleman. Just honest, qualified work done properly at your home or workplace across Tauranga.

Jens Ottesen Owner & Mechanic — Your Local Garage

What Customers Say

5-Star Reviews

★★★★★

"Yens is an amazing straight-talking mechanic. I will be using him whenever the need arises. Thanks Yens for your competitive prices and excellent service."

Debz Matthews

Facebook Review

★★★★★

"The service and workmanship is outstanding, I could not recommend Your Local Garage more."

Marcus Bonk

Facebook Review

★★★★★

"Needed a service and some new brake pads and rotors on my car. Jens was easy to contact, reasonably priced and friendly. Had been recommended him by a couple of people and now know why!"

Hope Familton

Facebook Review

★★★★★

"Absolute legend... Probably the best experience I've had with a mechanic!"

Sarah McNeely

Facebook Review

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Jens comes to your home, workplace, or wherever your vehicle is parked. He carries professional tools and parts in his fully equipped service van. No need to arrange transport or take time off work — the workshop comes to you.

Your Local Garage focuses on Tauranga's western suburbs — Otumoetai, Matua, Bethlehem, The Lakes, and Tauriko — plus Papamoa, Mount Maunganui, Pyes Pa, Welcome Bay, Greerton, Poike, and Ohauiti. If you're nearby and not sure, give Jens a call.

Pricing is competitive and transparent — no hidden workshop overhead fees. Because Jens runs a mobile operation, you're not paying for a building and front desk. Contact him directly for a free quote based on your vehicle and the work needed.

Yes. Your Local Garage is a WINZ-approved repairer. Jens can provide a detailed written quote for your repair that you can submit to Work and Income (WINZ) for approval. Once the funding is approved, he carries out the work at your home or workplace across Tauranga.

Yes. Jens can inspect a vehicle on your behalf and send a detailed written report within a couple of days. Ideal for out-of-town buyers looking at vehicles in the Tauranga area.

Not necessarily. As long as Jens can access the vehicle and has your contact details, he can work while you're at work or inside. Many customers leave the keys and carry on with their day.

All makes and models — Japanese, European, and everything in between. Cars, vans, utes, and light commercial vehicles. If you're unsure about your specific vehicle, just ask.

Get in Touch

Get a Free Quote

Contact Jens Directly

Got a question or need a quote? Call, email, or fill out the form and Jens will get back to you.

0210 868 2588

contact@yourlocalgarage.co.nz

Mon–Fri 8am–5pm

Serving Otumoetai, Matua, Bethlehem, The Lakes, Tauriko & greater Tauranga

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