Your dealership alternative! maintenance, repair, diagnostics, & smog
Serving Encinitas since 1981...
Phone (760) 436-3337 or Text (760) 472-5249
Furgerson’s Garage IS NATIONAL GOLD WINNER BY AAA!
Furgerson’s Garage Recognized by the American Automobile Association as Best in Auto Repair 2021
Furgerson’s Garage is honored to be awarded AAA’s Best in Auto Repair 2021 - National Gold Winner, excelling over 7000 competing AAA approved auto repair shops in the nation. The national award was presented by the American Automobile Association (AAA), a privately held not-for-profit national member association and service organization with over 60 million members in the United States and Canada.
"We are incredibly honored to be recognized by AAA with this prestigious award.”, says Brad Dow, owner of Furgerson’s Garage, along with his wife, Courtney. “Before we bought the business back in 2008, I worked here for 15 years as the Lead Master Technician, and I saw incredible opportunities to expand the services we offered to our customers. We purchased state-of-the-art equipment, became a AAA Approved Auto Repair facility, and hired ASE-certified Master Technicians and Service Advisors to deliver the highest quality service and repairs to our customers. This award really celebrates the hard work and dedication of our staff. Courtney and I are incredibly proud of our team at Furgerson’s Garage.”
RECESSED ALIGNMENT RACK FOR low clearance vehicles
Leading the Industry in Diagnostic & Repair!
Family-Owned & Operated for over 40 Years
Furgerson's Garage is a AAA-Approved, family-owned and operated state-of-the-art auto repair, smog station in Encinitas CA, that services nearly all models of cars, SUVs, and light trucks, including hybrids. We also staff knowledgeable service writers and employ only the highest certified technicians that demonstrate expertise in every automotive service. The American Automobile Association has awarded Furgerson's Garage in Encinitas the 100% Customer Satisfaction rating multiple years in a row. Furgerson's has built a reputation based on high-quality and affordable work, as well as a commitment to providing excellent customer service. We are confident in our work and are pleased to offer our extended 24 month/24,000 mile warranty to prove it. We are a full-service auto repair shop that offers an extensive list of services. See our "Services" section for more details.
California-licensed STAR Smog Test and Repair Station
Furgerson's Garage is a California-licensed STAR Smog Test and Repair Station. We've attained this status by meeting high performance standards established by the Bureau of Automotive Repair and we are dedicated to continuing California's efforts to further improve the quality of Air Californians breathe. By being a STAR Test and Repair station, we can service all vehicles - any make, model, and/or year.
ASE-Master Certified Technicians
Furgerson's Garage staffs ASE-Master Certified Technicians that specialize in the maintenance and repair of Gasoline, Alternate Fuel Vehicles, such as hybrids, CNG (compressed natural gas) and LPG (liquefied petroleum gas), and Electric Drive vehicles. For the last decade, Furgerson's Garage has been recognized by the ASE Blue Shield of Excellence prescribed by the National Institute for Automotive Excellence (ASE), a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of vehicle repair and service by means of voluntary testing and certification for automotive repair and service professionals.
State Brake & Lamp Adjusting Station
Furgerson's Garage is proud to be an Official California State Licensed Certified Class A Brake and Lamp Adjusting Station! If you are in need of a brake and lamp inspection our local, customer-focused auto repair shop is the place to come. Our expert mechanics have the experience, training and necessary technology to handle all of your car’s brake and lamp inspection, adjusting and repair needs to help you get back on the road smoothly and safely. We can certify any and all vehicles on the road!
"Honest, professional, excellent car repair!"
" The team at Furgerson's Garage makes taking your car in a very pleasant experience. They kept me informed of the cost and timing of the repairs. Very professional! I highly recommend Furgerson's Garage for your car repair needs." Liz. S
furgerson's garage is making waves!
Article in the Encinitas Advocate - July 2, 2021
Furgerson's ASE Master Techs go Digital with Vehicle Inspections!
2021 National Gold Winner! Best in Auto Repair by AAA
Thanks to the Encinitas Advocate for the shout out!
2021 National Gold Winner! Best in Auto Repair by AAA
Furgerson's ASE Master Techs go Digital with Vehicle Inspections!
2021 National Gold Winner! Best in Auto Repair by AAA
Furgerson’s Garage is honored to be awarded AAA’s Best in Auto Repair 2021 - National Gold Winner, excelling over 7000 competing AAA approved auto repair shops in the nation. The national award was presented by the American Automobile Association (AAA), a privately held not-for-profit national member association and service organization with over 60 million members in the United States and Canada.
Furgerson's ASE Master Techs go Digital with Vehicle Inspections!
Furgerson's ASE Master Techs go Digital with Vehicle Inspections!
Announcing North County's Newest Smog Technician Training Program!!
Furgerson's Garage goes digital with All New ASE Certified Master Technician Digital Vehicle Inspections.
Get real time vehicle inspections emailed or texted straight to you.
For your convenience, we've also added images of your car so you can see what we see.
Call (760) 436-3337 to schedule an appointment or click here to Request an Appointment!
Let us take care of your car so your car can take care of you.
Announcing North County's Newest Smog Technician Training Program!!
Classes Offered for all Skill Levels including Entry Level Technicians
Announcing North County's Newest Smog Technician Training Program!!
Furgerson's Automotive & Smog Training (F.A.S.T.) is the place to get the best smog technician training in San Diego. We are offering Level 1, Level 2, BAR Specified, Update and Citation classes to automotive professionals wishing to obtain their Smog Inspector/Repair licenses through the Bureau of Automotive Repair.
We aim to provide the highest level of education and it's our goal to be instrumental in training new and existing technicians on the principles of inspection and repair of state required smog inspections.
Classroom is located at Escondido Auto Tech in Escondido, CA.
Learn from the Best in the Industry - Bryan Perrin & Rich Stratford
Classes Offered for all Skill Levels including Entry Level Technicians
Classes Offered for all Skill Levels including Entry Level Technicians
Bryan Perrin
BAR Certified Smog Training Instructor, ASE Master Certified Technician
Bryan Perrin has been in the automotive repair business for 35 years. Over the course of his automotive career, Bryan became ASE certified in 24 different areas including Master certification in both Automotive and Medium/Heavy Duty. Since 2010 Bryan has been working full time as diagnostic technician and BAR certified instructor.
Rich Stratford
BAR Certified Smog Training Instructor, ASE Master Certified Technician
Richard Stratford has been in the automotive repair industry for over 30 years. He is an ASE Certified Master Technician and also holds A9, F1, G1, X1 certifications. Rich is also a state certified A-Brake and Lamp Inspector and leads the industry in performing diagnostics on European, Asian and domestic vehicles.
Classes Offered for all Skill Levels including Entry Level Technicians
Classes Offered for all Skill Levels including Entry Level Technicians
Classes Offered for all Skill Levels including Entry Level Technicians
L1 Inspector Training: The engine and emission control training is intended to provide students with little to no experience fundamental knowledge of engine and emission control theory, design and operation.
L2 Inspector Training: Intended to provide students the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform Smog Check inspections.
BAR Update: Smog Check Repair Technicians are required to complete 16 hours of automotive technology update training every two years for license renewal.
BAR Specified: Intended to provide students a high level of competency in the diagnosis and repair of Smog Check failures.
Citation: Provide remedial training to licensed Smog Check Inspectors who have received a citation by the bureau and mandated to complete corrective training.
Now 2 more Locations to Serve you Better!
Escondido Auto Tech
Since 1988, Escondido Auto Tech has been Escondido's go to full service AAA approved auto repair shop. You can expect the same great customer service and quality repairs. We're located at 255 N. Ivy Street. (760) 745-4454
Owens Automotive
Owens Automotive is celebrating 70 years this year! Long time AAA Approved Escondido auto shop has been a fixture in this area since 1951. We're located at 302 N. Juniper Street at Pennsylvania. (760) 745-5481
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