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Drysdale Motors take great pride in offering their clients personalised, friendly service at all times.

Conveniently located in Drysdale, 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.

Drysdale Motors 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.


This Mitsubishi Triton came into our workshop with brakes that had seen much better days—there was barely anything left stopping it safely.  To restore performance and peace of mind, we fitted a set of quality Bendix brake pads along with a fresh pair of Armour disc rotors The result was a huge improvement in stopping power and reliability, ensuring this Triton is ready for the road again. When it comes to brakes, it’s never worth taking risks. Worn or faulty brakes can compromise your safety and the safety of your family. If you’re unsure about the condition of your brakes, we recommend booking an inspection with our team. A quick check today could prevent a serious problem tomorrow.

This Mitsubishi Triton came into our workshop with brakes that had seen much better days—there was barely anything left stopping it safely.

Brake Service on a Mitsubishi Triton

Do you drive an Automatic vehicle? Then you might not even know there is a clutch in your vehicle. But without it, the gears in your car will not change. Drysdale Motors in Drysdale know all about repairing and servicing these systems including clutches, cables and fluids. Learn more below. What is a clutch? The clutch is one of the most important elements of your vehicles driving operation. Your engine is what causes your wheels to spin, but what happens when your car needs to stop? The engine shouldn't stop spinning but the wheels need to. It's the clutch that allows this to happen. The clutch allows the transfer of power from the engine to the wheels to be interrupted while a gear is being changed or while the car is stationary and the engine continues to run. What is clutch fluid? Some vehicles have hydraulic clutches - when you press the clutch pedal, the clutch fluid moves the pressure from the pedal through to the clutch and disengages the power transmission. Leaking clutch fluid can cause all kinds of problem in your vehicle so it is very important to monitor it regularly. At Drysdale Motors in Drysdale we check your clutch fluid, hydraulic system or clutch cables for you in the course of our free 65 Point Vehicle Inspection - which you can request as part of every car service.
 What signs to look for if your clutch is not performing You should have your clutch looked at if: You notice a burnt ‘toast' or ‘burning rubber' smell in your car, or smoke from under vehicle Your vehicle is slipping out of gear for no reason There is jerky or sticky gear operation Your clutch is not disengaging fully, or your clutch is sticking or shuddering If your clutch is showing any of the problems above - it could mean any number of faults. Clutch problems are difficult to diagnose by symptoms alone because many issues cause the same symptoms, depending on the vehicle and type of engine. The best way to deal with clutch shuddering, slipping or noise is contact us at Drysdale Motors today. We can perform clutch service and repairs on most makes and models right here in our Drysdale workshop.

The clutch is one of the most important elements of your vehicles driving operation.

Grinding gears? - It could be your clutch fluid

Drysdale Motors can conduct a vehicle Inspection with your next car service and provide you with a free Vehicle Condition report.  Mention this web page when you book your car for any service, and we will happily provide you with a fully itemised written report. During this visual inspection (carried out by a qualified mechanic) we will check 65 important areas of your car.
The Vehicle Condition Report can alert you to any issues before they impact you or your family and before they cost you extra time and money. The Repco Auto-Tech trained mechanics at Drysdale Motors are fully qualified to advise you on every aspect of car service and repair, across most makes and models of vehicles.
The Repco Authorised Service 65 point Vehicle Condition Report offers you additional peace of mind. Book a car service in Drysdale with Drysdale Motors to ensure you are inspected and protected, because safety matters.

Ask about a 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report with your next car service.

Inspected & protected

Win a share of over $8,000 in prizes with Drysdale Motors and Repco Authorised Service From 1 June to 30 September 2025, service your vehicle at Drysdale Motors and you can enter the Love Your Car promotion and win from a pool of exciting prizes. Prizes to Be Won 5 x $1,000 Repco Authorised Service vouchers
Redeemable at any participating Repco Authorised Service centre nationwide. 25 x $100 fuel gift cards
Perfect for your next road trip or daily drive. 5 x Supercars merchandise packs
Valued at $100 each.

Total prize pool valued at up to $8,100 including GST. How to Enter To participate: Book and complete a vehicle service at any Repco Authorised Service centre during the promotional period. Visit repcoservice.com  Tell us in 25 words or less why you deserve to win a Love Your Car prize. Upload your receipt Submit your entry online before 11:59pm AEST on 30 September 2025.

From 1 June to 30 September 2025, service your vehicle at a Repco Authorised Service centre and YOU could win big in the Love Your Car promotion

Love Your Car & Win

If your car’s been slow to start on these chilly Drysdale mornings, it might not just be the cold—it could be your battery letting you down. A flat battery is one of the most common reasons for breakdowns, especially in winter. At Drysdale Motors, we’re here to help you avoid that early morning stress. We offer fast, honest battery checks and replacements, so your car keeps starting strong—whether you’re commuting into Geelong, doing the school run, or heading off for a Bellarine weekend escape. Why Batteries Struggle in Winter Even our coastal climate doesn’t spare your battery. As the temperature drops, your battery’s performance drops with it. The cold slows down the chemical process inside, meaning it can’t supply as much power—just when your engine needs more of it to start. If your battery’s a few years old or already been through a hot summer, winter can push it over the edge. Keep your eyes (and ears) open for these signs: Your engine turns over slowly or sounds laboured Headlights seem dim or flicker when starting The battery light or check engine light appears on the dash Electrical systems like the radio or windows are misbehaving You’ve needed to jump-start the car recently It’s worse on cold mornings Your battery is over 3 years old We make it simple and stress-free. When you bring your vehicle in for a battery check, we’ll: Run a full health and load test on your battery Check the terminals, cables and connections Give you clear, honest advice—no pressure, no guesswork Supply and fit a top-quality replacement battery on the spot, if needed We only use trusted brands suited to local conditions, whether you're doing city driving or country kilometres. It only takes a few minutes to get your battery checked, and it could save you hours stuck in the driveway or carpark. Visit Drysdale Motors for a quick battery test and enjoy the peace of mind that your car will start every time.

If your car’s been slow to start on these chilly Drysdale mornings, it might not just be the cold—it could be your battery letting you down.

Cold Start Troubles? Drysdale Motors Will Get You Going

Keep your cool, without global warming. A proactive car air conditioning approach to protecting our environment.  As Australia begins phasing down HFC use (from January 2018), many new vehicle manufacturers may be switching to new air conditioning systems using the more environmentally friendly refrigerant R-1234yf, instead of R-134a. The benefits of using R-1234yf "Twelve Thirty Four", as R-1234yf is sometimes known, is an HFO type refrigerant delivering high performance, resulting in a more efficient air-conditioning system, fewer emissions and reduced fuel consumption. Hydrofluoroolefins (HFO's) have a double carbon bond meaning they trap less heat in the atmosphere than Hydrofluorocarbons (HFC's) and break down faster. Importantly, R-1234yf systems are specifically engineered to prevent refrigerant leakage and loss, including into the interior of the vehicle. The leakage of refrigerants contributes considerably to greenhouse gases. Why the switch? Older type refrigerants accumulate in the upper atmosphere as greenhouse gases and contribute significantly to Global Warming for a considerable time. In the mid-'90s, the old R-12 (or Freon), which takes a long time to break down into a non-greenhouse gas, was replaced with R134a, which breaks down much quicker. R-1234yf takes that improvement to the next level, breaking down in less than half the time of R-134a (and a fraction of the time R-12 can take). R-134a will remain in use for some time and a licensed mechanic can still service R-134a air con systems, but new vehicles will likely use the new systems with R-1234yf. Some already are. Irrespective of what type of refrigerant your car air conditioner uses, a car service workshop undertaking air conditioner service must have the right knowledge and equipment to handle these gases responsibly. You should always take your car to a mechanic with the skills and specialist equipment to undertake air conditioning service safely and correctly.

Drysdale Motors

Cars are our passion.

Brake Service on a Mitsubishi Triton

Grinding gears? - It could be your clutch fluid

Inspected & protected

Love Your Car & Win

Cold Start Troubles? Drysdale Motors Will Get You Going

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