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Blenks Automotive & Performance take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 
		
Conveniently located in Murray Bridge, 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. 
		
Blenks Automotive & Performance 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.


Win a share of over $8,000 in prizes with Blenks Automotive & Performance and Repco Authorised Service From 1 June to 30 September 2026, service your vehicle at Blenks Automotive & Performance and you can enter the Love Your Car promotion and win from a pool of exciting prizes. Prizes to Be Won 5 x $1,000 Repco Authorised Service vouchers
Redeemable at any participating Repco Authorised Service centre nationwide. 20 x $100 fuel gift cards
Perfect for your next road trip or daily drive. 5 x Supercars merchandise packs
Valued at $100 each. 10 x car care gift packs

Total prize pool valued at up to $7990 including GST. How to Enter To participate: Book and complete a vehicle service at any Repco Authorised Service centre during the promotional period. Visit repcoservice.com/win Tell us in 25 words or less why you deserve to win a Love Your Car prize. Upload your receipt Submit your entry online before 11:59pm AEST on 30 September 2026.

From 1 June to 30 September 2026, service your vehicle at a Repco Authorised Service centre and YOU could win big in the Love Your Car promotion

Love Your Car & Win

Engines that operate through internal combustion rely on large amounts of clean air to ensure the fuel burns properly and generates the power needed to drive the vehicle. At Blenks Automotive & Performance in Murray Bridge, we understand how vital it is to keep your car's air filter in good condition as part of protecting your engine's health. Your engine requires extremely clean air to function efficiently. Dirt, dust, and other particles entering the engine can cause serious damage. That’s where the air filter comes into play. It ensures the air entering the combustion chambers is clean, shielding key engine components such as the pistons and cylinders from wear and damage. Why Replace Your Air Filter? Save on Fuel Costs: Your engine requires the correct balance of fuel and air to run efficiently. A clogged air filter restricts airflow, causing your engine to run inefficiently – often referred to as ‘running rich.’ This not only puts additional stress on your engine but can also increase fuel consumption by up to 10%. No one likes spending more on petrol than necessary!   Protect Your Engine: Over time, air filters become clogged and weaker, increasing the risk of damage. A damaged or overly dirty air filter can allow harmful particles to enter the engine, potentially leading to expensive repairs.   Benefits of Replacing Your Air Filter: Extends the life of your engine Improves fuel efficiency Reduces vehicle emissions At Blenks Automotive & Performance, we always check the condition of your air filter during every full car service. Whether it’s a major or minor service, or one that follows your manufacturer’s handbook or logbook guidelines, you can trust us to keep your engine running smoothly.

Keep your engine healthy with clean air filters. Improve fuel efficiency, reduce emissions, and extend engine life. Visit Blenks Automotive & Performance for expert maintenance and reliable car servicing.

Air Filters

Get ready to experience the thrill of the Supercars Gold Coast 500 - on us! Simply replace your car battery with a Repco battery at Repco Authorised Service and you could be heading to one of Australia’s most exciting motorsport events with your family. This is your chance to combine essential vehicle maintenance with an unforgettable holiday experience. What You Could Win One lucky winner will receive: Return flights for 2 adults and 2 children (if required) 3–4 nights accommodation 4 x General Admission Tickets to the Supercars Gold Coast 500 $500 spending money allowance Supercars merchandise pack Theme park tickets for 2 adults and 2 children Airport transfers (if required) From high-speed track action to theme park fun and beachside relaxation, this prize package delivers the ultimate family getaway. How to Enter Entering is easy: Have your car battery replaced with a Repco battery at Blenks Automotive & Performance between 1 June and 31 July 2026. Then, complete your entry online here. That’s it! You’ll be in the draw to win an incredible Gold Coast Supercars experience. Why Wait? A new battery keeps your vehicle reliable and ready for the road — and now it could also put you on track for an unforgettable family holiday. Book your battery replacement today at your Blenks Automotive & Performance and get your entry in before 31 July 2026. View full terms and conditions here. Don’t miss out - start your engines and enter today!

Enter for your chance to win a family trip to the Supercars Gold Coast 500! Replace your battery with Blenks Automotive & Performance between 1 June and 31 July 2026 to go in the draw.

Win a Family Gold Coast Experience

Blenks Automotive & Performance are on the lookout for an experienced, Qualified Light Vehicle Automotive Technician to join our friendly, professional team at our busy workshop in Murray Bridge. Our workshops performs servicing and maintenance on most makes and models of petrol and diesel engines Requirements:  Trade Qualification – Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology Current Australian Manual Driver’s licence Position Description Servicing and repairing light vehicles Repair and replacement of exhausts Tyre fitting and wheel alignments Use diagnostic tools to identify and rectify issues across a wide range of light vehicles, Maintain accurate job cards and vehicle reports. Team player Please note that we are unable to offer a working visa for this role, so please only apply if you have Australian working rights. If this sounds like you, Applications will be treated in confidence and should be forwarded with a cover letter and current resume to admin@blenks.com.au or in person at our Murray Bridge workshop.

Blenks Automotive & Performance are on the lookout for an experienced, Qualified Light Vehicle Automotive Technician to join our friendly, professional team at our busy workshop with 11 hoists servicing the Lithgow and surrounding areas.

We are Hiring - Qualified Automotive Technician

Repco Authorised Service is Australia's largest network of independent car service workshops and with that comes the reliability of a Nationwide Warranty. Each independently owned Repco Authorised Service workshop offers you an Australian-wide warranty ensuring the goods and services you receive are free from defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty is in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. If something does go wrong or you have a question about our Nationwide Warranty, please get in touch with us here. With over 500 Repco Authorised Service centres Australia wide, there are few places you won't find one of our workshops within easy reach. Warranty Period For services provided by any Repco Authorised Service workshop, the warranty is for a period of 12 months or 20,000kms (whichever comes first) from the date of your invoice. Claims If you need to make a claim under the warranty, please contact the Repco Authorised Service workshop that originally completed the work on your vehicle. The workshop where the work was originally performed will be responsible for responding to and accepting claims. If the original workshop can't help, they may authorise another workshop in the network to assist. Terms and Conditions What does the warranty cover? The Repco Authorised Service workshop will have the option of reperforming, replacing or repairing the good or service if it is or becomes defective during the warranty period, at no additional charge.
a.       Where the good or service is replaced, repaired or reperformed pursuant to this warranty, the replacement good or reperformed service will be subject to the terms of this warranty commencing on the date of the original invoice.
b.       If you request for a good to be repaired, your Repco Authorised Service workshop may choose to replace the good with a refurbished good of the same type. The warranty will cover any reasonable diagnosis or scanning fees conducted by the relevant Repco Authorised Service workshop, if such goods or services are later found to be defective. If the work done on your vehicle involves the supply of services from another service provider nominated by the Repco Authorised Service centre, the warranty offered by such service provider will replace this Nationwide Warranty to the extent of such goods .  The Repco Authorised Service centre will advise you of the terms and conditions of such warranty. The rights and obligations under this warranty remain solely with the original Repco Authorised Service workshop that provided you with the product or service. The benefit of this warranty is personal to you and is not transferable. What does the warranty not cover? This warranty does not cover: normal wear and tear and consumable goods such as globes, wipers, and fluids; loss of any data stored in your vehicle like music or phone numbers; and any incidental loss or damage caused by the defect, such as towing fees, loss of profits, loss of use and loss of goodwill or other loss or damage that cannot reasonably be considered to arise normally. This warranty is void if the defect is a consequence of misuse, neglect, abuse, incorrect operation or improper maintenance of the vehicle, accident, or other use that is not otherwise caused by a Repco Authorised Service workshop. How to submit a warranty claim Step 1: Have your original invoice ready. Step 2: Ensure that you make your claim within the warranty period. Step 3:  Please contact the Repco Authorised Service centre that carried out the relevant repairs or maintenance on your vehicle. Their contact details are on  your original invoice.  Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law The goods and services acquired from a Repco Authorised Service workshop comes with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. For major failures with the service, you are entitled: to cancel your service contract with us; and to a refund for the unused portion, or to compensation for its reduced value. You are also entitled to choose a refund or replacement for major failures with goods. If a failure with the goods or a service does not amount to a major failure, you are entitled to have the failure rectified in a reasonable time. If this is not done, you are entitled to a refund for the goods and to cancel the contract for the service and obtain a refund of any unused portion. You are also entitled to be compensated for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage from a failure in the goods or service.

Enjoy peace of mind with the Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty. Quality parts and labour covered at over 500 locations across Australia.

Nationwide Warranty

Seeing your check engine light illuminate on the dashboard can be worrying — especially if your car seems to be driving normally. While the light doesn’t always mean a serious issue, it’s your vehicle’s way of telling you something needs attention. At Blenks Automotive & Performance, we regularly diagnose check engine light warnings for drivers in the local area. Here’s what your car may be trying to tell you — and what to do next. What Does the Check Engine Light Mean? The check engine light (also called the engine warning light or MIL) is part of your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system. When the engine management system detects a fault, the light turns on to alert you. This could be anything from a minor sensor issue to a problem that may affect engine performance, fuel economy, or emissions. 8 Common Reasons Your Check Engine Light Is On 1. Loose or Faulty Fuel Cap It might sound simple, but a loose fuel cap can trigger the check engine light. It allows fuel vapours to escape, affecting the emissions system. What to do: Tighten the cap until it clicks. If the light stays on after a few trips, have it checked. 2. Faulty Oxygen Sensor Oxygen sensors measure how much oxygen is in the exhaust and help control fuel efficiency. When they fail, your car may burn more fuel than necessary. Symptoms: Poor fuel economy, rough running
Best fix: Professional diagnostics and replacement 3. Worn Spark Plugs or Ignition Coils Spark plugs and coils are essential for proper combustion. If they’re worn or failing, your engine may misfire. Symptoms: Shaking, hesitation, difficulty starting
Why it matters: Prolonged misfires can damage the catalytic converter 4. Catalytic Converter Issues The catalytic converter reduces harmful emissions. Problems here can be expensive if ignored. Symptoms: Reduced performance, rattling noise, sulphur smell
Tip: Regular servicing helps prevent converter failure 5. Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Fault The MAF sensor controls the amount of air entering the engine. A fault can cause poor performance or stalling. Symptoms: Hard starts, hesitation, poor fuel economy 6. Vacuum Leaks Cracked hoses or leaks in the vacuum system can disrupt engine performance. Symptoms: Rough idle, stalling, poor acceleration
Common cause: Age and heat degradation 7. Emissions System Problems Issues with the EGR valve or EVAP system can trigger the check engine light, even if the car feels normal to drive. Why it matters: Emissions faults can affect fuel economy and compliance 8. Battery or Charging System Issues Low voltage from a failing battery or alternator can cause warning lights to appear. Symptoms: Difficulty starting, dim lights, multiple warning lights Is It Safe to Drive with the Check Engine Light On? Solid light: You can usually drive short distances, but you should book a diagnostic check as soon as possible. Flashing light: Stop driving immediately. This indicates a serious issue that could cause engine damage. If you’re unsure, it’s always safer to have it inspected. Why You Shouldn’t Ignore the Check Engine Light Ignoring the check engine light can lead to: Reduced fuel efficiency Increased repair costs Engine or catalytic converter damage Failed roadworthy or emissions testing Early diagnosis often means a simpler and cheaper repair. Professional Check Engine Light Diagnostics At Blenks Automotive & Performance, we use modern diagnostic equipment to accurately identify the cause of your check engine light. We’ll explain the issue clearly and recommend the best repair options — no guesswork, no unnecessary repairs. If your check engine light is on, book an inspection with our team and drive with confidence. Have more questions about you check engine light? Why did my check engine light come on suddenly? It can be triggered by something as minor as a loose fuel cap or as complex as a sensor or emissions fault. Diagnostics are the only way to know for sure. Will the check engine light turn off by itself? Sometimes — but that doesn’t mean the problem is fixed. The fault may return and worsen over time. Can I keep driving if my car feels fine? If the light is solid, short trips are usually okay. If it’s flashing, stop driving and seek immediate assistance. How much does it cost to diagnose a check engine light? Costs vary depending on the fault, but a diagnostic check is far cheaper than ignoring a problem and risking major damage. Does a check engine light always mean expensive repairs? Not at all. Many issues are minor and inexpensive when caught early. Can a failed service cause the check engine light? Yes. Skipped maintenance can lead to worn components that trigger warning lights. Will disconnecting the battery reset the light? It may temporarily clear the light, but it won’t fix the underlying issue — and the light will likely return.

While the check engine light doesn’t always mean a serious issue, it’s your vehicle’s way of telling you something needs attention.

Blenks Automotive & Performance

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Love Your Car & Win

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Win a Family Gold Coast Experience

We are Hiring - Qualified Automotive Technician

Nationwide Warranty

Why Is My Check Engine Light On?