Yorba Linda Auto Service

What Yorba Linda Auto Service does

Yorba Linda Auto Service is a single-location, family-owned independent auto repair shop founded in 2000 and operated by Dan Guy (Owner and Operator) at 801 South Lakeview Ave. Ste G, Placentia, California. The business employs approximately six people, including ASE-certified technicians Chris Jones and Jesse Roberts, and serves individual vehicle owners plus a secondary segment of local businesses in Placentia, Yorba Linda, Anaheim Hills, Brea, Fullerton, and surrounding Orange County communities. The shop's combined technician experience is stated at nearly 70 years.

The company offers a comprehensive catalog of automotive services spanning routine maintenance (oil changes, multi-point inspections, tire services, wheel alignments), major repairs (engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, AC, cooling, alternator, catalytic converter), specialized work (diesel repair, hybrid car service), and regulated services (California BAR-certified smog inspection and repair). The underlying technology is conventional: a physical service facility with standard advanced diagnostic equipment for domestic, Asian, and European vehicles. The business holds three third-party credentials that anchor its positioning: AAA Approved Auto Repair facility, ASE Blue Seal of Excellence shop, and California BAR-certified Smog Test & Repair station. It also offers a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty on qualifying repairs and complimentary shuttle service.

The revenue model is transactional and quote-based: customers pay per service, with no subscription, retainer, or contract structure. Pricing is not publicly listed; customers call or schedule online for quotes, with promotional coupons available. The go-to-market motion is direct-to-consumer, driven by local SEO, online reviews (500+ reviews referenced), word-of-mouth referrals, and an active social media presence on Facebook and Instagram. The company is privately held with no disclosed outside investors, parent entity, or funding activity, and operates exclusively in the United States with no evidence of geographic expansion beyond its Orange County service area.

Name

Yorba Linda Auto Service

Legal name

Yorba Linda Auto Service

Website

https://yorbalindaautoservice.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Yorba Linda Auto Service is a family-owned, single-location independent auto repair shop in Placentia, California, founded in 2000. It provides maintenance, repair, and smog services for individual vehicle owners and local businesses across Orange County through ASE-certified technicians.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Repair and Maintenance Services

NAICS

General Automotive Repair (811111)

SIC

Services-Automotive Repair, Services & Parking (7500)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTLAKAAAF

Electrical, Diagnostics & ADAS Calibration

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Automotive Repair & Maintenance (Light-Duty Vehicles)

SECONDARYTLAKAAAI

Exhaust & Emissions/Smog Testing & Repair

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Automotive Repair & Maintenance (Light-Duty Vehicles)

SECONDARYTLAKAAAC

Brakes, Steering & Suspension Services

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Automotive Repair & Maintenance (Light-Duty Vehicles)

SECONDARYTLAKAAAG

HVAC & Cooling System Services (A/C, Radiator)

Transportation & Logistics/Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Services (MRO)/Automotive Repair & Maintenance (Light-Duty Vehicles)

Keywords

• Auto repair services
• Vehicle maintenance
• Smog inspection
• Brake repair
• Engine diagnostics

Headquarters

HQ city

Placentia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Auto Repair and Maintenance Services: Yorba Linda Auto Service generates revenue through providing professional auto repair, maintenance, and diagnostic services for domestic, Asian, and European vehicles. Services include brake repair, oil changes, transmission service, wheel alignments, AC repair, engine diagnostics, smog inspections, and more. Revenue is generated on a per-service transaction basis with pricing based on the specific repair or maintenance required.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Yorba Linda Auto Service is a single-location auto repair and maintenance shop providing professional automotive services for domestic, Asian, and European vehicles. Services include brake repair, oil changes, transmission service, engine diagnostics, wheel alignments, AC repair, hybrid vehicle service, exhaust/emissions work, and California BAR-certified smog inspections. All work is performed by ASE-certified technicians at a single Placentia, CA facility.

Product overview

Yorba Linda Auto Service is a single-location auto repair shop offering a comprehensive range of automotive maintenance and repair services. The business operates as a unified service offering rather than a platform with modular products. Core services include general auto repair, brake repair, AC repair, oil changes, transmission service, engine repair, wheel alignments, and hybrid car service. The shop also provides specialized services such as SMOG testing (BAR-certified), diesel repair, and catalytic converter repair. Supporting amenities include courtesy shuttle service and a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty on qualifying repairs. All services are delivered by ASE-certified technicians at a single facility in Placentia, California.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cooling System Service Radiator, coolant system, and water pump repair and maintenance services.
• Catalytic Converter Repair Emissions system repair including catalytic converter replacement and exhaust system service.
• Auto Repair Service Comprehensive automotive repair services for domestic, Asian, and European vehicles covering engine diagnostics, suspension repair, and general mechanical fixes. For individual vehicle owners in Orange County.
• Brake Repair Professional brake system repair including pad replacement, rotor service, and brake line maintenance for personal vehicles.
• Oil Change Service Routine oil and filter change services to maintain engine performance and longevity for personal vehicles.
• AC Repair Air conditioning system repair and maintenance services for all vehicle makes and models.
• Transmission Repair Transmission system diagnostics and repair services for automatic and manual transmissions.
• Engine Repair Service Comprehensive engine diagnostics and repair for domestic and foreign vehicles.
• Wheel Alignment Service Precision wheel alignment services to ensure proper tire wear and vehicle handling.
• SMOG Test and Repair California BAR-certified smog inspection and repair services for vehicle registration renewal.
• Hybrid Car Service Specialized maintenance and repair services for hybrid and electric vehicles.
• Diesel Repair Specialized repair and maintenance services for diesel-powered vehicles.
• Tire Services Tire sales, installation, rotation, and balancing services.
• Preventive Car Maintenance Preventive maintenance services including multi-point inspections and factory-recommended service intervals.
• Alternator Repair Alternator testing, repair, and replacement services to maintain electrical system function.

Quantifiable outcome

• 500+ happy customers served
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Christian Brothers Automotive: Franchised network of independently owned auto repair shops built on a trust, integrity, and customer-education model. Highly comparable as a similarly positioned general auto repair brand with strong local/community identity.

Broad incumbents

• AAMCO Transmissions & Total Car Care: National chain of independently owned service centers offering transmission, brakes, AC, and general repair. Comparable as a scaled incumbent competing for the same general auto repair customer in regional markets.
• Jiffy Lube: National chain focused on preventive maintenance, oil changes, and basic repair services. Overlaps directly with Yorba Linda's core maintenance services and competes for routine service customers.
• Pep Boys: National full-service auto care chain offering tires, maintenance, and repair across multiple service lines. Directly comparable on breadth of service menu and target customer.
• Firestone Complete Auto Care: National chain operated under Bridgestone offering tires, maintenance, and vehicle repair. Competes for the same general repair and tire/wheel-alignment demand Yorba Linda serves.
• Meineke Car Care Centers: Franchised national chain providing exhaust, brakes, oil change, and general repair services. Closely comparable franchise-based model targeting similar SMB and consumer customers.
• Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers: Multi-brand regional/national operator of auto service and tire centers across the U.S. Competes in the same general repair and tire services category with broader geographic scale.
• Take 5 Car Care: Growing chain offering oil change and light repair services. Comparable on the preventive-maintenance side of Yorba Linda's service menu and competes for the same drive-in customer.

Emerging players

• YourMechanic: Mobile mechanic platform that brings auto repair to the customer's driveway. Comparable service offerings (brakes, AC, diagnostics, maintenance) but a fundamentally different delivery model that pressures traditional shops.
• Wrench: On-demand mobile auto repair and maintenance service for cars and light trucks. Emerging distribution model that competes for the same routine repair and maintenance customers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• Instagraminstagram.com/yorbalindaautoservice

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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