At Derek Steen's Auto Care, we provide specialised LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) service and repairs to keep your vehicle running safely, efficiently and economically. As your trusted Repco Authorised Service centre, our team is trained and equipped to maintain and repair LPG systems to the highest standards—helping you get the most out of your LPG-powered vehicle.

LPG systems operate differently from traditional petrol engines, meaning they require unique diagnostic processes, maintenance procedures and safety checks. Regular servicing not only keeps your vehicle performing at its best—it also ensures that your LPG system remains compliant with safety regulations.

Why LPG Vehicles Need Specialist Attention

Common issues related to LPG vehicles can include:

Our team can diagnose and fix these problems before they become costly or unsafe.

At Derek Steen's Auto Care, we provide a full range of LPG system care, including:

Tank condition assessments and certification checks

Repairs to electrical and switching components

We use quality parts, industry-approved equipment and up-to-date diagnostic tools to ensure your system is performing reliably and safely.

With years of mechanical experience and a strong commitment to quality workmanship, Derek Steen's Auto Care is your local go-to for LPG service and repairs. Whether you drive a dedicated LPG vehicle or a dual-fuel setup, our team can ensure it remains safe, efficient and ready for the road.

Have more questions about LPG?

At Derek Steen's Auto Care, we provide specialised LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) service and repairs to keep your vehicle running safely, efficiently and economically.

LPG Service and Repairs in Castlemaine

LPG Service and Repairs at Derek Steen's Auto Care

Nothing ruins your day faster than a car that won’t start. At Derek Steen's Auto Care, we understand how essential a healthy battery is for reliable motoring around Castlemaine and beyond. That’s why we provide thorough battery testing and replacement services to make sure you’re never left stranded.

Batteries don’t last forever, and the mix of hot summers and chilly Castlemaine mornings can take their toll. Heat speeds up wear inside the battery, while cold weather makes it harder for a weak battery to crank your engine. Regular checks mean you’ll know exactly when it’s time for a replacement—before it lets you down.

Engine struggles or takes longer to start

Signs Your Battery Might Be on the Way Out

At Derek Steen's Auto Care, we go beyond simply swapping in a new battery. Our experienced team will also test your charging system to make sure the alternator and other components are working correctly. When a replacement is needed, we fit only quality batteries designed for long-lasting performance and suited to your vehicle and lifestyle—whether it’s daily commuting, local errands, or longer country drives.

Stay ahead of battery issues with a quick check at our Castlemaine workshop. With our reliable service and expert advice, you’ll have confidence that your car will start every time.

Don’t Let a Flat Battery Stop You in Your Tracks

Have more questions about your car battery?

Nothing ruins your day faster than a car that won’t start. At Derek Steen's Auto Care, we understand how essential a healthy battery is for reliable motoring around Castlemaine and beyond.

Car Battery Checks and Replacements in Castlemaine

From noises, squeaks, knocks or rattles to poor performance, rough running or misfires. No matter what your problem is, we can find it and we can fix it!

Derek Steen's Auto Care are the professionals when it comes to vehicle diagnostic and fault finding. 

Wear and tear or breaks in the fuel injector, ignition coils and the throttle

The Repco Auto-Tech trained mechanics at Derek Steen's Auto Care are fully qualified to advise you on every aspect of car service and repair, across all makes and models of vehicles with the 65 point Vehicle Condition Report offers you additional peace of mind.

To book your vehicle in for a diagnostic check, speak with the team at Derek Steen's Auto Care or book online!

Diagnostic Testing and fault finding in Castlemaine

Derek Steen's Auto Care is an independent family owned car service providing professional automotive repairs to satisfied customers in Castlemaine and surrounding regions for over 20 years.

Derek Steen's Auto Care specialise in the service and repair of Peugeots and other European Vehicles. We have ARC Authorisation (AU00780) to responsibly and reliably conduct Car Air Conditioning Service and we have a qualified Auto Electrician on-site.

Derek Steen's Auto Care in Castlemaine is a Repco Authorised Service centre, providing the highest level of customer service and quality workmanship.

Your Car - Your Choice : Derek Steens Auto Care

Derek Steen's Auto Care in Castlemaine can provide full range of servicing to all car makes and models, including petrol and diesel vehicles, 4WD's, log book and fleet customers. 

Derek Steen's Auto Care can perform a large range car service and automotive repair tasks on your car, including Air Conditioning, Auto Electrical, Batteries, Brake & Clutch, Diesel Repairs, EFI, Roadworthy Inspections, Tyres, Wheel Alignments and Wheel Balancing. 

We provide thorough and detailed workmanship in all aspects of our business, and strive for complete customer satisfaction. Our services include:

Full vehicle mechanical condition and 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report, included with every service. 

All Mechanical Repairs - including steering and suspension, brakes, clutches, engine and transmission work, exhaust systems, cooling systems and much more.

All types of Fuel Injection and Common Rail Diesel service and repairs.

All Automotive Electrical, wiring and accessory fitting. Including trailers, tow bars and electronic trailer brake controllers.

Vehicle Diagnostic and Fault Finding on everything, including noises, squeaks, knocks or rattles, poor performance, rough running or misfires. No matter what your problem is, we can fix it!

All electrical diagnostic work: warning lights, engine or MIL lamps, power windows, central locking, batteries, starter motors and alternators, ignition systems, using our range of advanced diagnostic equipment, scan tools and oscilloscopes.

Tyre Fitting, Wheel Balancing and computer guided laser Wheel Alignments.

Victorian Roadworthy Certificates (RWC) and inspections.

Air Conditioning service, refrigerant recovery, re-gassing, fault finding and repair (AU00780). 

All front and rear brake repairs. Disc, rotor and drum machining.

Battery Fitting and replacement, alternator and charging system checks.

We will maintain your manufacturer new car warranty when performing your new car service under logbook requirements. Free pick-up/drop-off service and loan car available.

Here at Derek Steen's Auto Care we are proud to be an Australian owned and operated workshop servicing our local community of Castlemaine. We believe that motorists in Castlemaine deserve the very best in customer service and technical expertise, that's why we choose to be a part of Australia's largest independent network of mechanical workshops, proudly backed by the biggest name in the business - Repco.

As your local Repco Authorised Service centre we have access to the best parts and training in the country and offer a Nationwide Warranty honoured at over 500 workshops across Australia.

So, wherever you go, you can rely on the experience and knowledge of Derek Steen's Auto Care and Repco Authorised Service.

You won't find a better level of customer service than from the friendly team at Derek Steen's Auto Care. You can rely on us to do the little things that really make a difference.

Derek Steen's Auto Care take great pride in providing a high level of customer service and quality workmanship...

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Castlemaine

For log book service in Castlemaine - call the experts at Derek Steen's Auto Care.

We can perform fully qualified log book servicing on a wide range of makes and models including: Holden, Ford, Mazda, Toyota, Nissan, BMW, Audi, Hyundai, Honda, Kia - and many more. 

Keeping up with your Log Book schedule helps to maintain your statutory rights to a new car warranty.

 We don't have to have a physical log book in order to do a Log Book Service - it just means we follow the manufacturers guidelines. We can certainly provide you with a log book to help you record your cars service history, which will be a benefit if you ever decide to sell your vehicle.

Many people believe they must go back to a car dealership for New Car Log Book servicing in order to maintain the warranty. Actually, the ACCC have consistently confirmed that under Australian Law, you are free to have your car service carried out by a mechanic or service centre of your choice provided they are qualified to do so. See our video to learn more. 

New Car Warranties … the Facts.

Book your log book service in with the professionals at Derek Steen's Auto Care in Castlemaine

Keeping up with your Log Book schedule helps to maintain your statutory rights to a new car warranty...

Log book service in Castlemaine

Whether it is called a major car service, a basic car service or a log book service, or a major or minor repair we can service your car here in our Castlemaine workshop.  Come and visit the car servicing experts at Derek Steen's Auto Care today.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking. Our Derek Steen's Auto Care technicians are qualified to carry out car servicing and repair work on all makes and models using quality parts and the latest diagnostic equipment. You can rest assured that car service work performed by our Auto-Tech trained staff will keep your car in top condition and will maintain your statutory new car warranty.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking.

Log Book service in Castlemaine

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Derek Steen`s Auto Care take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 
		
Conveniently located in Castlemaine, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 
		
Derek Steen`s Auto Care have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

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