There’s nothing like a frosty Richmond morning to show up a tired car battery. If your engine’s taking longer to kick over—or not starting at all—your battery might be on its way out.

At J & F Motors, we know how frustrating a flat battery can be, especially when you're rushing to work, uni, or the market. That’s why we offer quick, reliable battery checks and replacements right here in Richmond, so you’re never left stranded.

Even in the city, cold mornings can cause real problems for your battery. When temperatures drop, the chemical reactions inside your battery slow down—meaning it has less power to get your engine started. Add in all the power demands from lights, heaters, and windscreen wipers, and a weak battery can quickly give up.

Why Batteries Struggle in Melbourne’s Winter

If your battery’s a few years old or already weakened by heat and stop-start city traffic, winter is when it’s most likely to fail.

Not sure if your battery is up to the task? Look out for these common warning signs:

Engine is slow to crank or struggles to start

Dim or flickering headlights, especially when idling

Battery or engine warning lights on the dash

Power windows, stereo or central locking acting up

When you come in for a battery check, here’s what you can expect Fast voltage and load testing with accurate results, Inspection of battery terminals and cable condition and friendly, no-nonsense advice—if your battery’s fine, we’ll tell you.

If a replacement is needed, we’ll fit a quality battery that suits your car and your driving needs. We stock reliable, long-lasting batteries and get the job done quickly so you can get on with your day.

So, whether you’re navigating peak-hour traffic or heading out of town for the weekend, make sure your car’s ready to start—every time. Drop in to J & F Motors in Richmond, book online or call to book your battery test today.

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Cold Morning? Slow Start? We Have Your Battery Covered

J & F Motors is one of Melbourne's longest running car service centres - Our family-owned business has been in operation for more than 40 years.

As your local car service and automotive repair workshop in Richmond, J & F Motors provides you with quality service using the latest diagnostic technology, expert mechanics, genuine parts and above all, more value for money!

With a team of highly trained technicians passionate for modern car service technology and heavy investment in tooling and diagnostic equipment, Here at J & F Motors we provide an honest, personal car servicing alternative exceeding the benefits associated with regular dealer servicing.

We specialise In Volkswagen & Audi Vehicles

J & F Motors care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioning service (AU01352). ARC Approved Car Air Conditioning Servicing reduces Fuel Costs and protects your health. 

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care. Our business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

J & F Motors are your local car service mechanic in Richmond.

Your new car warranty is maintained!
At J & F Motors we ensure that your new car warranty is utilised to its full advantage. Using the latest manufacturer specific diagnostic technology, genuine parts and trained technicians, not only is your warranty maintained, but we will also advise of any warranty related issues prior to warranty expiration date.

Volkswagen & Audi Specialists!
With over 40 years of specialising in Volkswagen & Audi vehicles, it could be said that there is no job that we can't handle. Our trained technicians with years of experience from early air-cooled beetles through to the latest Touareg, can ensure that all your VW/Audi repair needs can be met, from logbook servicing through to transmission and engine overhauling & re-builds. A constant investment in the latest manufacturer specific diagnostic equipment and specialised tools allows us to complete various jobs that many other workshops would otherwise not be able to handle.

Spare Parts!
With the benefit of our trading history, we have built up one of Australia's largest inventories of Volkswagen and Audi spare parts, ranging from restoration components for early model beetles through to the latest electronic components for current model VW & Audi vehicles, there are not many components that we don't have or can't readily source. 

Nationwide warranty!
J & F Motors is part of Repco Authorised Service- Australia's largest network or automotive repairers, and with that comes the reliability of the Repco Nationwide Warranty, which covers quality Repco parts and labour. and is supported at over 500 Repco Authorised Service Dealers Australia wide.

Frank and Trish Grocl from J & F Motors in Richmond, Victoria were awarded top honours in the Automotive Services category of the 2007 Leader Business Achiever Awards where readers of the Leader Newspaper nominated their favourite local business via nomination coupons in the Leader as well as online.

As your local car service and automotive repair workshop in Richmond, J & F Motors provides you with quality service using the latest diagnostic technology, expert mechanics, genuine parts and above all, more value for money...

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Your new car warranty is maintained with us!

At J & F Motors we ensure that your new car warranty is utilised to its full advantage. Using the latest manufacturer specific diagnostic technology, genuine parts and trained technicians, not only is your warranty maintained, but we will also advise of any warranty related issues prior to warranty expiration date.

Specialising in Volkswagen & Audi vehicles

With over 40 years of specialising in Volkswagen & Audi vehicles, it could be said that there is no job that we can't handle. Our trained technicians with years of experience from early air-cooled beetles through to the latest Touareg, can ensure that all your VW/Audi repair needs can be met, from logbook servicing through to transmission and engine overhauling & re-builds. A constant investment in the latest manufacturer specific diagnostic equipment and specialised tools allows us to complete various jobs that many other workshops would otherwise not be able to handle.

With the benefit of our trading history, we have built up one of Australia's largest inventories of Volkswagen and Audi spare parts, ranging from restoration components for early model beetles through to the latest electronic components for current model VW & Audi vehicles, there are not many components that we don't have or can't readily source. 

J & F Motors is part of Repco Authorised Service - Australia's largest network or automotive repairers, and with that comes the reliability of the Repco Nationwide Warranty, which covers quality Repco parts and labour. and is supported at over 500 Repco Authorised Service Dealers Australia wide.

Frank and Trish Grocl from J & F Motors in richmond, Victoria were awarded top honours in the Automotive Services category of the 2007 Leader Business Achiever Awards where readers of the Leader Newspaper nominated their favourite local business via nomination coupons in the Leader as well as online.

Here at J & F Motors we are proud to be an Australian owned and operated workshop servicing our local community of richmond. We believe that motorists in richmond 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 J & F Motors and Repco Authorised Service.

Wherever you go, you can rely on the experience and knowledge of  J & F Motors and Repco Authorised Service...

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Richmond

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 Richmond workshop.  Come and visit the car servicing experts at J & F Motors today.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking. Our J & F Motors 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.

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J & F Motors Pty Ltd take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 

Conveniently located in Richmond, 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. 

J & F Motors Pty Ltd 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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