Oakville Auto Repair

This month we celebrate Father's Day, and recognize all the words of wisdom dads have taught their children over the years. Here at Eastside, Father's Day has a special meaning for owner Glenn. It was his father, Merv, that helped establish Eastside Auto Service in 1969. We want to thank dads and recognize all of their support. WIN A BBQ Here's your chance to grill in style this summer with a brand new BBQ. All you have to do is tell us your dad's favourite words of advice for a chance to win this sizzling prize. What are some of the sayings that dad tells you now, or told you growing up? Share his words of wisdom, your favourite dad quote, or expressions your dad said that you now find yourself using. Enter them into the comments on our Facebook page for your chance to win a new BBQ. Happy Father's Day from the team at Eastside Auto Service!​ CONTEST RULES No p ... read more

Are you planning a trip with the family? Is it going to be a road trip? There are so many places to explore in this beautiful country. Whether you're headed on vacation or to a family function, we all want to avoid the most dreaded words on a family car trip - “Are we there yet?”It's hard for kids to sit still. And sitting still while buckled inside a vehicle can be an even bigger challenge. Distraction can help pass the time, and taking breaks gives kids a chance to stretch and move around. Make the best of a long road trip with these kid-tested tips: PLAN AHEAD If you don't mind driving at night, dress the kids in their pajamas and drive while it's dark out. Hopefully they will sleep through the night. Added bonus - there may be less traffic too. If possible, try to build in some extra time in case you need to make an unexpected stop, or if traffic is slow.When planning your route ... read more

Celebrate Family Day right here in Oakville on Monday, February 15thLots of great local destinations and activities to keep the family busy all day Whether you want an exciting, energetic activity like family boot camp or Zumba, or a quiet story time, there are many great things to do right here in Oakville. Why not try something new? Explore a new part of town by going for a trail walk, try an instrument, or what about a different sport like Tchoukball. Town of Oakville Family Day Activities The Town of Oakville's “Make Your Move” Family Day is back with lots of fun activities to get the family moving. Swimming, skating, volleyball, basketball and even bubble soccer are just a few of the activities offered. Families can even check out a firetruck and Zamboni! The Town of Oakville, Oakville Public Library, and YMCA have teamed up again to provide a h ... read more

Have you ever wanted to record video while on the go? Well here's your chance!All you have to do is answer a question on our Facebook page for your chance to win this amazing dash cam!What's your favourite Family Day destination in Oakville? Prefer to show us? Simply share a photo of your favourite Oakville location!Don't forget to ‘Like' our Facebook page to find out about more exciting contests and promotions we're offering throughout the year! CONTEST RULES: No Purchase Necessary Eastside Auto Service and Fourth Line Auto Service are running a joint contest where entrants have a chance to win one DOD LS430W dash camera, valued at $269.95.Every comment on the Eastside and Fourth Line Facebook page contest post will be put into a random draw to win one (1) camera.Contest runs from Monday, February 8, 2016 until midnight Monday, February 15, 2016 and is open to residents of Ontario, Canada ag ... read more

Having the right tires installed on your vehicle is a must for safe driving. In Southern Ontario, snow tires are highly recommended. Winter tires are proven to perform better than all-season tires in the cold. They can help reduce braking distances by up to 25% in a variety of winter conditions, not just on snow. In 2008 it became mandatory to have them installed on vehicles in Quebec from December 15 to March 15. That's how important they are. Many insurance companies in Ontario offer a 5-per-cent discount for having four snow tires installed during winter (November through March). Typically these winter tire discounts are applied to the rating of any vehicle that has four winter tires installed no later than November 20 and removed no earlier than April 15. But what about winter tire storage? At Eastside Auto Service we make the process of seasonal tire storage as easy as possible for our customers. Have you ever experienced frustration, and maybe a little “rage” when try ... read more

The year is 1969. On July 20th Astronaut Neil Armstrong just became the first human to set foot on the Moon and uttered the immortal words “That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” Over 400 thousand music fans came together on a farm in New York State to participate in what will become the most famous music festival in modern times. Woodstock reflected the signs of the times, with peace symbols, long hair and headbands showing the feelings of anti establishment felt by young people. And everyone listened to a quartet of young men from Liverpool known as The Beatles. Here in Oakville, Ontario, gasoline cost around $.42 cents a gallon (Canadian use of the metric system was just around the corner). A house in Toronto cost around $29,000 and the average new car is $3,270. On March 1st, 1969 Merv Colling and his partner Jack Moed opened Eastside Auto Service on Chartwell Road. They hi ... read more

Our customers rely on us to take care of their vehicles and ensure they have a safe, reliable and comfortable ride. It's been that way since 1969, and we intend to continue this tradition of exceptional customer and vehicle care for many years to come. Having been Oakville's most trusted auto repair shops for almost 50 years, it is safe to say that our community has always been a contributing factor in helping shape our family business. The service our customers receive does not stop when they leave our doors. And there's no better way to show our deep appreciation to our outstanding clients than with an outstanding loyalty rewards program. How does our Customer Care Program work? The way it works is super easy! First of all - Membership is FREE! All we need is a valid e-mail address to get you signed up on our program. You can join right here. And every single time you visit, you will earn Rewards Dollars tow ... read more