When your car struggles to start on a chilly Wollongong morning, it’s often more than just the cold air—it’s a warning from your battery. And in city traffic, you don’t have time for delays.

At City Central Auto Repairs we know how quickly a weak battery can throw your day off. That’s why we offer fast, accurate battery testing and replacements, right here in the heart of Wollongong. Whether you're commuting to work, heading up Mount Ousley, or ducking down to the beach, your car needs to start reliably—and we’re here to make sure it does.

Cooler temperatures slow down your battery’s chemical process, reducing its output just as your engine demands more power. Add in short trips, stop-start city driving, and traffic lights every few blocks, and an ageing battery can go downhill fast—especially if it’s already been through a few hot summers.

Don’t wait for your car to stop outside your favourite café or in a parking garage. Watch out for these signs:

Dim headlights or flickering interior lights

Battery warning light glowing on your dash

Power windows, stereo, or central locking behaving oddly

From city errands to weekend escapes, your car needs to start when you need it. Don’t get caught out on a cold morning—drop in to City Central Auto Repairs in Wollongong for a quick battery check and peace of mind that lasts long after you leave the driveway.

Car Battery Checks and Replacements in Wollongong

For log book service in Wollongong - Speak with the experts at City Central Auto Repairs

We can perform fully qualified log book servicing on a wide range of makes and models including: Holden, Ford, Mazda, Toyota, Nissan, BMW, Audi, Hyundai, Honda, Kia - and many more.

Ensuring that your car is regularly serviced maintains the service history of your vehicle and keeps your manufacturer's warranty intact.

We don't have to have a physical log book in order to do a Log Book Service - it just means we follow the manufacturers guidelines. We can certainly provide you with a log book to help you record your cars service history, which will be a benefit if you ever decide to sell your vehicle. Want to know more about log book servicing - click here.

Many people believe they must go back to a car dealership for New Car Log Book servicing in order to maintain the warranty. Actually, the ACCC have consistently confirmed that under Australian Law, you are free to have your car service carried out by a mechanic or service centre of your choice provided they are qualified to do so. See our video to learn more. 

New Car Warranties … the Facts.

Book your log book service in with City Central Auto Repairs today!

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At City Central Auto Repairs, we take pride in offering you the very best in car maintenance & repairs.

City Central Auto Repairs (MVRL55670) is your local car repair specialist in Wollongong, NSW! Not to be confused with the Repco Authorised Affiliate member around the corner on Glebe St, City Central Auto Repairs is now located on 23 Auburn Street.

Head mechanic Greg Randall has been servicing car repair customers in the central Wollongong area for a remarkable 30 years, accumulating a loyal customer base in the area. Since 2003 City Central Auto Repairs has been a member of the Repco Authorised Service in Wollongong. City Central Auto Repairs is conveniently located on Auburn street, close to Wollongong train station on eastern side. 

City Central Auto Repairs provides all general car services on all car types, including caravans and trailers, along with log book and new car statutory warranty service. Our specialised services are:

E-Safety Checks (Pink SLips) & Roadworthy (RWC) Inspections

At City Central Auto Repairs in Wollongong we also perform 150 Point Checks, Brake & Clutch, Diesel Repairs, EFI, Roadworthy Inspections, Tyres and Fuel System repairs.

City Central Auto Repairs can service new cars too and only qualified mechanics work on your car, using quality parts and fluids so your warranty is protected. 

City Central Auto Repairs care about the environment and can arrange automotive air conditioning service with a licensed technician. Car Air Conditioning Servicing reduces Fuel Costs and protects your health. 

City Central Auto Repairs specialise in car servicing for all makes and models, including fleet vehicles - and we accept Fleetcard. Our fully qualified log book service ensures your car gets the most regular servicing possible. We provide quality car service and repairs on all models, including 4 wheel drives and diesel vehicles.

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, City Central Auto Repairs have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care. Our Business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

Servicing all makes & models of cars including:

Situated close to Public Transport, Free Parking is available in front of the workshop and a range of products & accessories are available. Car vacuuming can be arranged with every service.

We have a Pick-up & Delivery Service or you can use our Waiting Lounge, where there are bathroom facilities & a TV for your convenience.

City Central Auto Repairs are proud supporters of a number of children's charities, particularly the wonderful Starlight foundation. The Starlight Foundation provide much needed support for seriously ill children. You can find out more about the Starlight Foundation on their website

You can rely on us to do the little things that really make a difference and you can rest assured - your car is in safe hands.

For great service from a reliable mechanic, you can rely on the team from City Central Auto Repairs!

At City Central Auto Repairs (MVRL55670), we take pride in offering you the very best in car maintenance & repairs.

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Wollongong

Whether it is called a major car service, a basic car service or a log book service, or a major or minor repair we can service your car here in our Wollongong workshop.  Come and visit the car servicing experts at City Central Auto Repairs today.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking. Our City Central Auto Repairs technicians are qualified to carry out car servicing and repair work on all makes and models using quality parts and the latest diagnostic equipment. You can rest assured that car service work performed by our Auto-Tech trained staff will keep your car in top condition and will maintain your statutory new car warranty.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking.

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City Central Auto Repairs (MVRL55670) take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 
		
Conveniently located in Wollongong, 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. 
		
City Central Auto Repairs 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.

City Central Auto Repairs

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