About Us - Glaithron Continuum Auto Repair

Our Workshop

How We Got Here

2012 - The Beginning

Started in a single-bay garage with nothing but a dream and a really expensive scan tool. Back then it was just me and my buddy Mike fixing up whatever rolled through the door. Mostly Hondas and Toyotas, honestly.

2015 - Going European

Took a gamble and invested in Euro-specific diagnostic equipment. Turned out Vancouver had tons of BMWs, Audis, and Mercs that needed proper attention. That decision kinda changed everything for us.

2018 - New Location

Moved to our Commercial Drive spot with four full bays. Finally had room to breathe and take on bigger jobs. Added transmission rebuilding to our repertoire after sending Tom for specialized training.

2021 - Tech Upgrade

Invested heavily in next-gen diagnostic tech. Electric vehicles were coming in hot, and we weren't gonna be left behind. Brought on Sarah who's a wizard with hybrid systems.

2025 - Today

We're now a team of eight skilled techs handling everything from basic maintenance to complex electrical gremlins. Still family-owned, still obsessed with getting it right the first time.

Certifications & Recognition

Red Seal Certified

All senior techs hold Red Seal certification

ASE Certified

Automotive Service Excellence accreditation

Bosch Authorized

Certified service center for Bosch systems

BBB Accredited

A+ rating since 2016

EV Certified

Electric vehicle service qualified

BMW Specialist

Factory-level diagnostic capability

Audi Expert

VAG Group certified technicians

Mercedes Trained

MB STAR diagnostic certified

Meet the Team

The folks who'll actually be working on your ride

Mike Chen

Lead Technician & Co-Owner

Been turning wrenches since I was 16, basically grew up in my dad's shop back in the day. Got a thing for German engineering - if it's got a turbo and needs VCDS, I'm your guy. Red Seal certified, ASE Master Tech, and I've probably seen every weird electrical gremlin BMW ever dreamed up.

Specialties: European diagnostics, electrical systems, performance tuning

Tom Rodriguez

Transmission Specialist

Transmissions are basically puzzles, and I'm the nerd who actually enjoys solving 'em. Spent two years at a specialty rebuild shop before joining Glaithron. If your car's slipping, clunking, or doing that weird hesitation thing - yeah, I can fix it. Also handle most of our brake jobs.

Specialties: Transmission rebuild, brake systems, driveline repair

Sarah Kim

Hybrid & EV Technician

Came from the dealer world where I worked on Teslas and Leafs before they were everywhere. Got into this field 'cause I'm kinda obsessed with how electric motors work. These days I handle anything with a battery pack bigger than your phone. High voltage certified and loving every minute of it.

Specialties: Electric vehicles, hybrid systems, battery diagnostics

James Foster

Senior Diagnostic Tech

The guy they call when nobody else can figure it out. I've got this weird ability to just... hear what's wrong sometimes. Twenty years in the trade, mostly European stuff. If your check engine light's been on for months and three shops couldn't crack it, bring it by.

Specialties: Complex diagnostics, engine management, intermittent issues

Alex Patel

Journeyman Technician

Youngest on the team but don't let that fool ya. Just got my Red Seal last year and I'm all about the newer tech - love working on the stuff with twenty control modules and adaptive this-and-that. Also handle most of our routine maintenance and safety inspections.

Specialties: Modern vehicle systems, preventative maintenance, safety inspections

Rachel Morgan

Service Advisor

I'm the one you'll talk to when you come in - basically translate between car-speak and human-speak. Came from hospitality so I get that bringing your car in can be stressful. I'll shoot straight with you about what needs doing now vs. what can wait. No upselling, just honest advice.

Role: Customer service, scheduling, estimates, warranty coordination

Our Equipment

The tech that helps us figure out what's actually wrong

Bosch FSA 740

Four-wheel alignment system with live measurements. Gets your car tracking straight.

Snap-on ZEUS

Top-tier diagnostic scanner. Reads codes, live data, bi-directional controls - the works.

Ross-Tech VCDS

VAG-specific diagnostics for VW, Audi, Porsche. Factory-level access and coding capability.

Hunter GSP9700

Road Force balancer. Finds tire and wheel issues other machines miss completely.

EV Diagnostic Suite

High-voltage testing equipment for electric and hybrid vehicles. Safety first on these.

Borescope Camera

Lets us look inside engines and tight spaces without tearing everything apart first.

FLIR Thermal Camera

Spots hot spots, bad connections, and flow issues. Really handy for electrical gremlins.

Pico Oscilloscope

For when we need to see actual electrical waveforms. Gets deep into sensor issues.

Ready to Work Together?

Bring your car by and let's figure out what it needs

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