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Howard Motor Repairs take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 

Conveniently located in Howard , 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. 

Howard Motor Repairs have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. And offers RACQ Breakdown and Towing Services. As a Repco Authorised Service Centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.


Here's what you can win! Return flights for 2 adults and 2 children (if required) 3–4 nights accommodation 4 x General Admission Tickets to Supercars Gold Coast 500 Spending money allowance ($500) Supercars merchandise pack Theme park tickets for 2 adults and 2 children Airport Transfers (if required) How to Enter: Have your car battery replaced with a Repco battery at Howard Motor Repairs between 1 June and 31 July 2026 and visit https://www.repcoservice.com/lp/win-a-family-gold-coast-experience to enter the draw. 
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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

RACQ Approved Repairer & Roadside Assistance Contractor Howard Motor Repairs can provide a Roadside Assistance if you find yourself broken-down on the side of the road.  We can assist with minor issues like flat tyres, flat batteries, fuel top ups to get you back on the road quickly but for more serious mechanical issues we can arrange for your vehicle to be towed to our workshop for comprehensive diagnosis and repairs. Our Towing Fleet consists of 3 x Tow Trucks and a 9mtr Tilt Tray Truck so we can assist transporting all types of vehicles and equipment. So whether its due to a breakdown, an accident or it's simply been sitting too long - needing to get an undriveable to a mechanic workshop to fix it can be a daunting prospect, but it doesn't have to be. Howard Motor Repairs in Howard provide a car towing service within the local area as wellas the Hervey Bay area to get vehicles that cannot be driven recovered and brought to our workshop for repairs. If there is any doubt as to the safety of driving your vehicle then simply do not take the risk - get it towed. Contact Howard Motor Repairs to arrange a towing service today.

Whether its due to a breakdown, an accident or it's simply been sitting too long - needing to get an undriveable to a mechanic workshop can be a daunting prospect, but it doesn't have to be. Call Howard Motor Repairs straight away.

Breakdown & Towing Service

For travellers and those who tow trailers, tyre safety is often overlooked—yet it’s one of the most critical aspects of a safe journey. At Howard Motor Repairs in Howard, we see first-hand, many times a week along the Bruce Highway, the risks associated with older tyres, even those that appear in good condition. Why Tyre Age Matters Even if a tyre looks unused or in good condition, rubber naturally degrades over time to exposure to heat, sunlight, and general ageing. Older tyres on sealed highways, pot-holed roads, or corrugated dirt tracks are prone to blowouts—especially when towing at high speeds. Understanding Tyre Lifespan Most tyres have an expected life span of around 7 years. After this, their structural integrity is questionable, regardless of tread depth or surface appearance. For caravan and trailer tyres, this is particularly important, as towing adds extra load and stress to the tyre. Even if a tyre has never touched the road, the rubber can still degrade over time. Tyres stored in a garage or shed may look fine but could still fail unexpectedly when put under load. How to Check Your Tyre’s Age Every tyre has a date stamp on its sidewall. This stamp usually consists of four numbers: the first two indicate the week of manufacture (01–52) and the last two indicate the year. If a tyre is 7 years or older, it’s time to seriously consider replacement. First two digits = week of manufacture (01–52) Last two digits = year (e.g., 2318 = 23rd week of 2018) Symptoms of Tyre Ageing or Failure Small cracks or splits in the sidewall Uneven wear patterns Bulges or blisters on the tyre surface Loss of pressure more frequently than normal Other Components at Risk A tyre blowout doesn’t just affect the tyre itself. Suspension components, wheel rims, and even your trailer frame can sustain damage in the event of a sudden failure. For those towing caravans, a blowout can also cause swaying or jackknifing, which can lead to serious accidents. Tips to Keep Tyres Safe Inspect tyres regularly, especially before long trips Check and maintain correct tyre pressure Avoid prolonged exposure to sun and heat Replace tyres after 7 years, even if lightly used Frequently Asked Questions – Caravan & Trailer Tyres How do I know when my trailer or caravan tyres need replacing? Check the date stamp on the sidewall. Tyres 7 years or older should be replaced, even if they look fine. Look for cracks, bulges, or uneven wear as additional warning signs. Can I keep a tyre that hasn’t been used much but is over 7 years old? No. Rubber degrades over time, and older tyres can fail suddenly, especially at highway speeds or under load. How often should I inspect my tyres? Before every long trip, and at least twice a year. This is especially important in Queensland, where heat and road conditions accelerate ageing. Can a blowout damage other parts of my trailer? Yes. Suspension components, wheel rims, and the trailer frame can be damaged, and sudden sway can lead to accidents. Who can safely replace caravan or trailer tyres? A qualified service centre like Howard Motor Repairs in Howard can inspect, fit, and balance tyres to ensure safety on the road. Our team offers tyre inspections, replacement and breakdown towing services. Don't forget about your Wheel Bearings as they can sieze up over time and cause additional headaches when they fail. 

Stay safe on the road and avoid costly breakdowns—get your caravan or trailer tyres checked before your next trip.

Ensure your caravan or trailer tyres are safe. Howard Motor Repairs in Howard checks tyre age, warns of risks, and provides expert replacement for safe towing.

Checking the Age of Caravan & Trailer Tyres

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 Howard Motor Repairs in Howard, 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 Howard Motor Repairs in Howard, 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. Howard 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 Howard 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 Howard. 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 Howard Motor Repairs take care of your car.

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Win a Family Gold Coast Experience

Nationwide Warranty

Breakdown & Towing Service

Checking the Age of Caravan & Trailer Tyres

Air Filters and Allergies

Oil Filters