Expert car mechanics for Mornington drivers. Professional car repairs at our nearby Somerville workshop — quick drive from Mornington via Mornington-Tyabb Road.
Rodz Smart Auto's Somerville workshop is a short drive from Mornington — straight down Mornington-Tyabb Road — making us a convenient, honest local mechanic for Mornington drivers. As three-generation family mechanics since 1957, we're the trusted alternative to bigger Peninsula workshops.
We work on all makes and models, use professional diagnostic equipment, and give you a straight answer about what your car actually needs. No unnecessary work, no hidden fees.
A short drive from Mornington to our Somerville workshop via Mornington-Tyabb Road. Easy for Mornington, Mount Martha, and Mount Eliza residents.
We never recommend unnecessary work. If your car is fine, we'll tell you — even if that costs us a job. Honest advice, every time.
3 generations of mechanics since 1957. A family workshop with deep roots on the Peninsula — not a rotating-staff franchise.
Japanese, European, Korean, American — we work on all makes and models, from the latest computerised vehicles to older cars.
Timing belt replacement on schedule — the job that prevents a snapped belt from destroying your engine. We follow manufacturer intervals and inspect tensioners and idlers at the same time.
Full clutch replacement for manual vehicles — slipping, shuddering, or hard-to-engage clutches sorted with quality parts and correct bedding-in procedure.
Head gaskets, oil leaks, overheating, poor performance and complete engine rebuilds. We diagnose the cause and fix it right the first time.
Manual and automatic transmission repairs, plus Transmission Service and Transmission Fluid Flush. We'll diagnose slipping and shifting issues before they turn into a rebuild.
Brake pad and rotor replacement, brake fluid flush, caliper repairs, and complete brake system inspection and service.
Shocks, ball joints, tie rods and steering rack work. See our Suspension page for booking shock absorber replacement directly.
Starter motors, alternators, batteries, wiring faults, sensors, and full electrical diagnostics for modern and older vehicles.
Radiator repairs, water pumps, thermostats, muffler replacement, exhaust leaks, and cooling system service including Coolant Flush & Fill. We stop overheating before it destroys your engine.
Our Somerville workshop is a short drive from Mornington and easily reached from across the northern Peninsula:
Easy to reach via Mornington-Tyabb Road
Our Somerville workshop is just a short drive from Mornington via Mornington-Tyabb Road — straightforward for most parts of Mornington, Mount Martha, and Moorooduc.
We're a genuine family business with 3 generations of mechanical experience since 1957. We offer honest pricing with no upselling, and we only recommend work that's actually needed. Same or better quality than larger workshops — without the corporate pressure to hit sales targets.
Yes — we work on all makes and models including European brands. We have the diagnostic equipment and experience for modern computerised European vehicles as well as older models.
Yes, a courtesy car is available. Please mention when you book and we'll arrange it so you can drop your car off and still get around while we do the work.
The trusted family mechanic close to Mornington — honest diagnosis, fair pricing, quality repairs from 3 generations of experience.
Somerville workshop — short drive from Mornington via Mornington-Tyabb Road
Logbook servicing, routine maintenance, and major services for all makes and models.
Expert brake repairs, pad replacement, and complete brake system service.
Quality tyres from all major brands with professional fitting, balancing, and alignment.
Don't just take our word for it — see what our customers have to say about their experience with Rodz Smart Auto.
"Cannot recommend Howard enough! Provides a very affordable, high quality service and is very honest about work done. A breath of fresh air compared to some other mechanics!"
Matt van Wijk
Google Review
6 months ago
"Howard is a car genius. I trust him with all of my cars. Reasonably priced and an honest dude. There isn't much more I ask for in a mechanic. You've got a long term customer here."
Jordan Partridge
Google Review
3 years ago
"Very thorough and fair, Howard has picked things up that would have cost a lot more later if missed! Great service and he explains everything. We moved interstate and the new mechanic commented on how well the car had been looked after. 10/10"
Alex Jackson
Google Review
6 years ago
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