On 28 June 2025, Always There Automotive proudly took home the Best Small Automotive Business – Regional award at the VACC Automotive Industry Awards, held at the Palladium at Crown in Melbourne. This prestigious recognition is a true reflection of the team’s commitment to excellence, integrity, and the communities they serve across regional Victoria and Queensland.
Founded in May 2014 by Sean, a former Australian Army member, Always There Automotive began as a single mobile van in Geelong. In just over a decade, the business has grown into a six-location operation, with workshops in Grovedale, Lara, Anglesea, Ocean Grove, Ashmore (QLD), and most recently, Torquay, which opened in July 2025.
Recognised for quality, service and community commitment
The Victorian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (VACC) award is no small feat. Judged against top automotive businesses across Victoria and Tasmania, the award criteria included excellence in customer service, business management, environmental impact, and workplace practices, with finalists undergoing a random audit to ensure industry standards were upheld.
For Always There Automotive, the recognition reflects a decade of hard work and a genuine passion for providing trustworthy, high-quality vehicle services. Whether it’s logbook servicing, fleet maintenance, car batteries, 4×4 accessories, or automotive air conditioning repairs, the team consistently delivers precision and care in every job.
A team built on trust
What sets Always There Automotive apart is the strong team culture and customer-first approach. With 13 skilled team members and access to the latest tools and technology, the business ensures that each customer, from individual drivers to local fleets, receives reliable and transparent service.
Their growth hasn’t come from cutting corners. It’s come from consistently doing things the right way, offering honest advice, investing in training, and building trust one customer at a time.
Regional growth driven by real values
The opening of the Torquay location in July 2025 marks another chapter in Always There Automotive’s steady and strategic expansion. This new workshop strengthens their service offering along the Surf Coast, making it even easier for customers to access dependable vehicle care close to home.
From their mobile beginnings to a multi-location business recognised across the industry, Always There Automotive continues to lead with integrity, community focus, and a genuine love for what they do.
