Alternative Auto Care

If you're traveling over Labor Day weekend, be sure to inspect your vehicle for issues before you go! Check your fluid levels, your tire condition, and make sure that your wiper blades aren't worn out. If you have any concerns, Alternative Auto Care can help! Book an appointment with us before you hit the road!

Happy birthday to our boss Chris Cozad
Chris created and has fearlessly led the Alternative Auto Care team for over 40 years!! She is a strong proponent for encouraging women in non-traditional work/life roles like automotive technician. Alternative Auto Care has been operating in Columbus, Ohio since 1983 and mostly employees women in jobs most people think of as "men's jobs". We are proud of our boss and to be a part of the legacy she started.
Chris believes strongly in and works for the freedom and safety of the LGBTQIA community and their allies.
Chris is a wealth of information when it comes to just about anything and is always willing to listen to us about work or personal issues.
Please join us in wishing Chris a blessed birthday!!

Jen Hoover, Stacey Hallock, Alison Holmes-Allen, Jossalynn Sunday, Katie Graham

There are only two weeks remaining to get up to $100 back on a qualifying air conditioning service or repair at Alternative Auto Care! Schedule an appointment with us before this hot offer cools off!

Hello Friends and clients of Alternative Auto Care. Our phone system went down this afternoon and while we could make calls, apparently no incoming calls were getting through. It is all fixed now. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

The most important thing to bring on your road trip is peace of mind! Repairs covered by TechNet Professional's Nationwide Warranty also come with Trip Interruption coverage that can help cover meal and lodging costs if they fail when you're far from home. Another great reason to have your repairs completed at Alternative Auto Care!

Friday is crew lunch day at Alternative Auto Care. Today Jenni made beer can chicken and her partner Cheryl made potato salad. Chris made a beautiful Caesar salad with romaine lettuce fresh picked from her garden. What a yummy lunch - thanks to our great team for all your hard work - a good lunch is the least we can do. THANKS!!

There's only one month left to get up to $100 back via rebate on a qualifying air conditioning service or repair! Schedule a service appointment at Alternative Auto Care today to make sure you don't miss out on this offer!

Alternative Auto Care is proud to be a chosen repair shop for Ohio State University students and their families.
Do you have a teenager heading off to college soon? Having a trusted local auto repair shop in case anything goes wrong with their vehicle is an important detail that you may not have thought about. Alternative Auto Care has long been a favorite among OSU students and their families. We can take care of their automotive maintenance and repair needs and talk to you (parents or guardians) for assurance and payment if necessary.
If your kids are heading off to college elsewhere, look for a TechNet shop near their school.
Setting this up ahead of time can save a lot of frustration when and if something does go wrong.

Extended heat is just as bad for your car battery as the winter cold. A dead battery can you leave you stranded miles from home and leave you with a steep bill. If your battery is more than four years old, consider replacing it, or at the very least, bring it in and let us check it for you.
Call today and schedule an appointment for a Charging/Starting System Analysis! 614-294-0580

You're covered coast to coast when you have your vehicle serviced at Alternative Auto Care! Every repair performed at our shop is covered by a Nationwide Warranty and even includes Trip Interruption Coverage!

Friday is crew lunch day at Alternative Auto Care. Chris loves to cook for the team. Only trouble is now we are all stuffed!

Is your ride not as cool as you'd like it to be? Your air conditioning may need to be serviced! Schedule an appointment at Alternative Auto Care to have your AC system diagnosed. You can get up to $100 back on a qualifying AC service or repair now through August 31!
Always remember that every Alternative Auto Care service comes with a 3 year/36,000 mile warranty. If you have trouble with any repairs from Alternative Auto Care but are outside of a 25 mile radius of our shop, you can visit the nearest TechNet Professional Auto Service Facility to have repairs completed under warranty.

Did you know that having your vehicle serviced at Alternative Auto Care comes with a year of complimentary 24/7 Roadside Assistance? Towing, lock-out assistance, jump starts... they're all included!

ALTERNATIVE AUTO CARE IS HIRING.
We will have 2 openings coming soon. This first one is a customer service specialist. This position could start part time and move to full time eventually. A great entry level position. Please feel free to share.

Job Posting
Customer Support Specialist
Alternative Auto Care, Inc
Columbus, Ohio

Alternative Auto Care is looking for the right person to join our team, full time or part time.

Our Newest Team Member:
Has an outgoing personality and a great sense of humor
Is passionate about customer service
Is extremely detail oriented
Is a good communicator – verbal and written
Has a strong desire to learn and grow
Wants to be a part of an award-winning team

We offer the stability you are looking for:
If full time - 5 days a week (NO Saturdays -EVER!)
If part time – Mornings preferred but flexible.
Great working environment in a progressive and growing city
Amazing opportunity to work with and learn from strong women in the automotive service field
On the job training opportunities
Paid holidays & paid vacation
SIMPLE IRA Plan
AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
$17.00 / hour to start

Customer Support Specialist Duties include:
Delivering a top-notch customer service experience to every customer, every time
Answering phone and scheduling appointments
Marketing /Administrative tasks – Microsoft Office proficiency required
Some Bookkeeping – QuickBooks experience a plus
Valid driver license / clean driving record a must
Drive Concierge / shuttle vehicle to assist with customer / vehicle pick-up and delivery

Alternative Auto Care is:
A woman owned and operated auto repair shop serving Columbus, Ohio since 1983
A safe and supportive working environment for women
An LGBTQ friendly workplace and business
A company with a passion for community service and volunteerism
An environmentally and socially conscious company

Alternative Auto Care, Inc
136 W. 5th Ave.
Columbus, Ohio 43201
614-294-0580
www.AlternativeAutoCare.com

Please email resume to [email protected]

Columbus auto repair 43201 | Alternative Auto Care 614-294-0580 | brake repair in Columbus OH Looking for skilled service at a reasonable price? We're a full service vehicle maintenance shop located in Columbus OH serving the local community since 1981. Alternative Auto Care specializes in factory scheduled maintenance, auto diagnostics, and auto electrical in Columbus OH

Chris cooked lunch for the crew today. Peach grilled porkchops, packet potatoes, cole slaw, and watermelon. Friday is crew lunch day and Chris loves to grill.

There are better ways to keep cool on summer drives than sticking your head out of the window - bring your vehicle to Alternative Auto Care for an air conditioning service through August 31 and get up to $100 back via rebate!

Alternative Auto Care is here to keep you and your passengers safe on the road. Schedule an appointment with us today for all your maintenance and repair needs!

Alternative Auto Care now offers Concierge Pickup and Delivery Service.
We know you are busy and arranging to drop off your car can be challenging.
We are here to help! Let us come to you. We will come to your home or workplace and pick up your car for maintenance and repair services.
When we are finished - we deliver your car right back to your home or workplace.
We appreciate our customers, and this is one way we can say thank you for your business.
Thank you for choosing Alternative Auto Care to take care of YOU and your car!
Please give us a call to arrange your reservation! 614-294-0580

Stay cool this summer! 😎 Maintaining your vehicle's air conditioning system ensures you and your passengers will enjoy fresh, cool air all season long.

Visit Alternative Auto Care for an air conditioning service through August 31 and get up to $100 back via mail-in rebate!

Alternative Auto Care will be closed on Wednesday June 19, 2024 to honor Juneteenth Freedom Day

Alternative Auto Care will be closed tomorrow June 19, 2024 to honor Juneteenth Freedom Day. We will reopen for business on Thursday June 20, 2024. Thank you for your business!

Make sure your brakes are in good shape before you hit the road, whether your destination is near or far.
Worn out brake pads are a major safety hazard. Brakes play an essential role in stopping your vehicle, and worn brake pads reduce your ability to stop and increase stopping distance. Replacing these worn pads give you assurance that you can navigate with confidence on your summer trips. Call today for a brake inspection, especially if you hear a scraping or squealing noise when you brake.

Summer is almost here - is your car ready for road trip season? Visit Alternative Auto Care for all of your routine maintenance needs before heading out on your summer adventures!

You'll have the coolest ride on the road with this offer! Now through August 31, you can get up to $100 back on a qualifying air conditioning service or repair when you visit Alternative Auto Care.

Locally owned, professionally operated, and here to keep you and your family safe on the road! Stop by Alternative Auto Care for all of your vehicle's maintenance and repair needs.

Travel worry-free knowing that the repairs performed at Alternative Auto Care come with a Nationwide Warranty that includes Trip Interruption coverage. Book a pre-road trip appointment today!

There are only two weeks left to get up to $15 back at Alternative Auto Care with an oil change service and cabin and engine air filter installation. Schedule an appointment today!

Summer Car Maintenance Tip #2 - MAKE SURE YOUR TIRES ARE PROPERLY INFLATED
Summer is almost upon us and road trips are on the calendar. We want to make sure your car is safe and ready to hit the road when you are! Don't wait until the last minute... call and schedule an appointment today.
When the summer temps hit, making sure your tires are properly inflated is important for efficient and safe driving. The summer heat can cause tires to expand and lead to overinflation and affect the the way your vehicle handles. Properly inflated tires improves f
Get on the road with confidence that your car is just as ready as you are for that summer road trip!

Summer Car Maintenance Tip #1 - OIL CHANGE & TOP OFF FLUIDS
Summer is almost upon us and road trips are on the calendar. We want to make sure your car is safe and ready to hit the road when you are! Don't wait until the last minute... call and schedule an appointment today.
It is essential to have your engine oil changed for optimal performance and protection. The temperatures are rising and longer drives put extra stress on your vehicle's engine. Regular oil changes protect against engine wear and helps maintain proper engine function, improves fuel efficiency, and extends the life of your engine.
And bonus!! With every oil change, we top off all fluids and perform a 50 point courtesy inspection to identify any other issues before they become problems.
Get on the road with confidence that your car is just as ready as you are for that summer road trip!

Take some time to enjoy the ride! Wherever you're going, Alternative Auto Care will help keep your vehicle running smoothly.