Established mechanic moves to Newtown

Since I have this little bit of extra space, here are two jokes:

Richard Stembridge, a mechanic with 30 years of experience, has opened Newtown Auto Repair and Used Tire Shop on Nashville Highway. Richard says it doesn’t matter if your vehicle is foreign or domestic, if your repair is minor or major, he can do the work.

‘I’ve been doing this since I was 16 and I guarantee all my labor,’ said Richard. ‘I’m not trying to make a killing. I’m just trying to make a living. I’m probably the cheapest mechanic in town.’

Richard is happy to do any type of work, from a simple oil change to putting in a new motor or transmission. He says he expects business to be a little shaky for his first few months, and while road construction is taking place in Newtown, but he’s anticipating a push once people realize his new location.

‘Mechanic work is something where you never stop learning,’ said Richard. ‘They are putting something new in cars every year.’

In addition to his mechanic work, the other part of his business is used tires. Richard says he offers quality tires at reasonable prices, which can come in handy the way tire prices are on the rise. Richard offers mounting and balancing and says he guarantees a smooth ride.

The business opens at 8 a.m. six days a week and can be reached at 815-TIRE.