Our March Business Spotlight is on Autotek Service Center and Autotek Graphic Design, which are owned and operated by David and Sheryl Bahls on the corner of Highway 52 and Goethe Street.
David began working at Danny Carrier’s service center, Danny’s Auto Repair, in 1977 as a sophomore in high school. He started out working on small engines and sharpening lawn mower and chain saw blades and then began working on cars. Dave received his Automotive Service Excellence certification just after graduating from high school and is a Master Technician. When Danny retired in 1999, David was able to achieve a long term goal - owning the business. Under Dave’s ownership, Danny’s Auto Repair became Autotek Service Center.
Autotek offers automotive and light truck repair, work on tires, brakes, engines, transmissions, air conditioning, climate control, and some light body work. Autotek does flatbed towing and recovery, and is an American Automobile Association (AAA) approved auto repair center. Dave enjoys helping customers and as a car enthusiast, his work allows him to do something he enjoys and something different every day.
David began working at Danny Carrier’s service center, Danny’s Auto Repair, in 1977 as a sophomore in high school. He started out working on small engines and sharpening lawn mower and chain saw blades and then began working on cars. Dave received his Automotive Service Excellence certification just after graduating from high school and is a Master Technician. When Danny retired in 1999, David was able to achieve a long term goal - owning the business. Under Dave’s ownership, Danny’s Auto Repair became Autotek Service Center.
Autotek offers automotive and light truck repair, work on tires, brakes, engines, transmissions, air conditioning, climate control, and some light body work. Autotek does flatbed towing and recovery, and is an American Automobile Association (AAA) approved auto repair center. Dave enjoys helping customers and as a car enthusiast, his work allows him to do something he enjoys and something different every day.
A change in the business came when Dave and Sheryl added graphic design to the services offered at Autotek. Sheryl began thinking about adding graphic design to their business when she helped put lettering on the St. John’s Lutheran Church van. A tour of a designer’s shop sparked her interest, but it took time for her to convince Dave that this venture was the right thing for them to do. In 2007, Sheryl and Dave opened Autotek Graphic Design alongside the service center. With the right equipment and her creative mind, Sheryl makes digital prints, banners, signs, decals for cars, trucks, and windows, personalized ceramic tiles for special occasions, and most anything else you could think of. If you step into Autotek, you’ll see many examples of the work Sheryl can do, along with the couple’s collection of old and new automotive and service signs that cover the walls. Dave and Sheryl own several classic cars and can often be seen out enjoying a drive.
It works well for Sheryl to be highly involved in the intake process for vehicle repairs because she can also help customers who are interested in design work. Sheryl laughingly refers to herself as the business’ “gopher,” but her secretarial work ensures that the automotive and design businesses run smoothly. Sheryl’s creativity and Dave’s experience and enthusiasm for cars make them a great team. When asked about this partnership, Sheryl simply says with a smile, “We love our jobs.”
Upcoming Events:
March 28: 30th Anniversary Open House at J & L Marine, 9am-3pm
April 11: Regional Art Show at the Municipal Building, 1-3pm
April 11: Rock n' Roll on the River at Lakeside Ballroom, doors open at 5pm
April 14: Clayton County Wellness Fair at the Clayton Ridge gym, 4-7pm
It works well for Sheryl to be highly involved in the intake process for vehicle repairs because she can also help customers who are interested in design work. Sheryl laughingly refers to herself as the business’ “gopher,” but her secretarial work ensures that the automotive and design businesses run smoothly. Sheryl’s creativity and Dave’s experience and enthusiasm for cars make them a great team. When asked about this partnership, Sheryl simply says with a smile, “We love our jobs.”
Upcoming Events:
March 28: 30th Anniversary Open House at J & L Marine, 9am-3pm
April 11: Regional Art Show at the Municipal Building, 1-3pm
April 11: Rock n' Roll on the River at Lakeside Ballroom, doors open at 5pm
April 14: Clayton County Wellness Fair at the Clayton Ridge gym, 4-7pm
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