How to Prepare Your Car for Winter Weather
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Are you ready for 5-degree-Fahrenheit weather? Neither are we. Our neighbor to the west, North Dakota, is already seeing snowfall, and it won’t be long before we see it, too.…
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How Do I Know If My Car Needs An Alignment?
What is an alignment? Your vehicle’s tires are one of the most important items on your vehicle, and having your vehicle properly aligned keeps those tires in good shape and…
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What Does A Thermostat do?
It’s cold out, but it’s always sunny and 65 at Trinity Automotive. It’s so cold in fact that this thermostat (out of a 2005 Jeep Commander with a 5.7L Hemi…
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Air Conditioning Maintenance and Repair at Trinity Automotive
Most White Bear Lake drivers don’t even think about the air conditioning in their vehicle, until it warms up. The air conditioner actually removes some of the moisture in the…
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Cooling System
Today we want to talk about a system in our vehicles – the cooling system. It’s one of those things that White Bear Lake auto owners don’t give much thought…
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EJ Chi
00:04 13 Sep 19
It breaks my heart to be writing this review because I have finally found the best auto mechanic in town and unfortunately I will be moving out of state next week.
Like many other car owners, I used to despise going to the mechanics for fear of being scammed out of money by being told of repairs that my car does not need.
I did not have this fear the past year after finding Trinity Automotive. Dave and Jessica, the owners, and their team are SO nice, honest, and professional. They make sure to explain every service that goes to your car. Not even specific to auto mechanic shops, their customer service is unmatched by any other store I have ever been to! Even seeing their interactions with other guests you can tell they genuinely make personal connections with each of their customers.Bonus : Their waiting room is probably the most well-stocked and clean waiting room of a shop I have ever seen.read more
Dale Wojahn
14:52 06 Sep 19
Very customer focused family owned business with excellent amenities while you wait. Friendly and helpful service coordinator (Jess) will explain your options and can share a computer screen with supporting information to help you understand. They are using email and texts to keep you apprised of your service. An excellent experience.read more
AEL LazJor
21:32 09 Aug 19
Trinity is top-notch! I've never encountered an auto repair shop with such great customer service and responsiveness as Trinity and their co-founder Jessica!.
I brought in my 2011 Nissan Armada for an AC issue which required extensive work involving lifting the chassis off the frame in order to replace the AC line from the front of the truck to the back. They even sent me pictures of the progress while I waited and Jessica, personally, gave me a ride back to my house while I waited. They completed the job and had it ready at a very reasonable price right before the 4th of July weekend so that I and my family would not be without a vehicle over the long holiday.
Also, I should note, they went above and beyond when they noticed that one of my headlights was accumulating water and proactively drilled small, unnoticeable, holes so that it would drain properly.
I can't say enough good things about their service.read more
Bill Sullivan
16:28 10 Jul 19
I was recommended to go to Trinity through another company. I haven't been able to find a mechanic where I can continually go to, until Trinity. After two appointments, I couldn't be more pleased with the service and outcome of my visits. Its nice to have a place where I trust them to work on my car and to do an outstanding job.read more
Anthony S
13:38 10 Jul 19
Best customer service my wife and I have ever received! Diagnosing the repair needed on my Ram truck and setting up the repair appointment was stress free. On top of that, my driver side exhaust manifold, gasket and bolts on my truck were replaced for half the cost the dealership charged me to replace the passenger side! Trinity Automotive gained a life long customer and I will continue to tell my friends and family about our great experience!read more
Tom Hein
00:52 04 Jul 19
Probably the best experience I’ve ever had at a repair shop. Very friendly staff that they kept me informed during every step of the repair. That included taking me into the shop to show me exactly what was wrong with my vehicle without talking over me. Gave me a free loaner when it was going to take a while to repair mine. Comfortable waiting room with free wifi. Highly recommend!read more
gerilynn walbridge
00:42 25 Jun 19
Very Dependable, Honest work with a Honest price. Everyone I have dealt with at Trinity is very knowledgeable . They take the time to answer all your questions. Thanks Trinity for all your help with my truck. Happy Customer for
2+ year's
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Ray White
01:40 18 Jun 19
Trinity Automotive does just what your car needs and lets you know of anything else that could be going wrong with your car without uncertainty. I have gone to dealerships where they had no clue where the source of a rattle was and just gave me a big parts list of things that "could" fix it. Trinity found the source right away and told me exactly what needed to be done at a reasonable price. I will stay with this company for a long time,read more
Daneeta Erickson
02:30 12 Jun 19
This was my first time having my van repaired at Trinity Automotive. What a wonderful experience! I needed immediate help to keep my van running and they worked me into their schedule even though I didn't have an appointment. The customer service was excellent and the waiting room very comfortable! The repair was finished sooner than I expected and I appreciated the complete explanation of everything they worked on. For sure, this will be my new car repair shop from now on!read more
Thomas Gullickson
15:24 04 Jun 19
We knew there were several things to fix on our Subaru Outback, but when I brought it in for an oil change the people at Trinity provided a vehicle health evaluation that helped us prioritize and plan for how to get it done. When I had time to leave it with them I got to use a very nice loaner and Trinity saw all the agreed-upon work through to a perfect finish. I was impressed with their excellent communication and courtesy throughout the process and I definitely recommend them
(and have already sent my son and sister their way)!read more
Dajon Ferrell
18:31 30 May 19
Trinity Automotive has always provided a great experience. As a female, I've had challenging experiences when it comes to car repairs and dealing with shady auto shops. Trinity has always provided amazing pricing, but more importantly, they are outstanding humans that have given honest feedback, even if it meant sending me to buy my tires elsewhere, because there was a better deal. And as an Army veteran, I also love knowing I'm supporting a fellow veteran and his amazing family and staff.read more
Scott Cregan
19:47 28 May 19
Great service and great people. Had some work done on my 63 Impala. I great place to go to get work done on special interest cars. A place you can trust.read more
Heather Zagnit
19:26 24 May 19
I needed a quick look at an engine rattle, and Trinity Automotive was recommended by my neighbors. I was really impressed by Jessica's great service attitude - she got me in the very next morning, they were able to diagnose the problem while I waited for very low cost, and got me to work on time. I love how customer-friendly and welcoming they are. I'll definitely be back the next time my car needs service!read more
jerry hines
00:59 21 May 19
Now that they are all moved in and settled, the place is terrific. It's one thing to get good dependable service but Jess and Dave add that personal touch that makes you want to come back. Keep up the great work.read more
Jeff Borglum
22:01 01 Jan 19
From the moment you walk into the front office you feel welcome, and are in good hands. They explain what will be done, and confirm to see if you have any questions. They did an excellent job, at a great price. will definitely be going back.read more
Geno Gardner
00:17 11 Dec 18
Trinity Automotive has always provided an honest assessment of the mechanical condition of my vehicles. They've always worked to provide the best possible value. In the past Trinity has reported mechanical problems which I was not aware of that allowed me to have the dealer repair under warranty. Today during an oil change they reported my oil pump has started leaking allowing me to get it repaired before it damages another component!My experience with Trinity Automotive has been only positive.Trinity recently moved into a larger facility. The customer waiting area is much more comfortable , and they provide complimentary beverages, coffee, soft drinks, etc.We had an oil change before a trip this summer, and I mentioned one tire slowly losing air. They found the thinnest of nails that had penetrated the tire. Repaired the tire and refused to charge anything for the extra service.During a post trip oil change (It was a long trip) I asked for an air filter change. They took a picture of the air filter to show it didn't need replacing. Although I would have been happy and none the wiser with a new air filter Trinity voluntarily reduced their sales revenue, and saved me some money.Trinity recently did an oil change on my work truck. I mentioned the door lock switch didn't operate on the driver's side door. They diagnosed the problem, a failed wire in a wire harness, and replaced the failed section of wire. They solved the problem but didn't have to replace the entire wire harness which would have caused the truck to be out of service for a longer period of time. So they reduced parts expense, and most importantly got my work truck operating as it should and back on the road ASAP.Experience informs me that Trinity treats customers with integrity and competence. If you ask me they need to open more shops. Perhaps one closer to my house. :o)read more
kathleen jonas
00:26 07 Dec 18
ALWAYS an awesome and fun experience at Trinity Automotive!. Truly a great business, honest and knowledgeable owners and mechanics! As a female (and also have a daughter that is a customer) we never worry about being told things are wrong...that really aren't! I suggest all you ladies consider that!read more
Susan Holliday,
17:51 15 Nov 18
We feel so comfortable taking our vehicles to Trinity Automotive. Not knowing much about auto mechanics, it is wonderful to have found someone who we feel is completely honest. We have even been told that work we thought we needed, we did not. They are very thorough, assess problems accurately and get work done in a timely manner. We feel very fortunate to have found the folks at Trinity,read more
Dvir Frumkin
16:00 08 Sep 18
One of the first things I do when I move into any city is check for a good mechanic. When I saw Trinity come up with high reviews, I thought...okay, a little out of the way, but let’s give them a shot. I could not have made a better choice. Their service is AMAZING. They really go out of their way to make you feel valued, which is a real white space in this industry. I won’t go into specifics because others needs may be different than mine. What I will say is they really know their stuff. Not to mention, the employees are happy AND IT SHOWS.
Probably the most unique thing I experienced is that they treat your car like a doctor with great bedside manner. They keep records of items in your car that may need maintenance at some point in the future and keep track of them as you come in to let you know when it should be fixed, so there’s never a surprise. It sounds simple, but I’ve never been to a mechanic that did this and walked me through it.
It’s no wonder this shop has expanded so many times in such a short period of time. Keep up the great work!!!read more