{"id":602619,"date":"2026-07-06T13:15:42","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T13:15:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/story\/602619\/over-25-years-of-keeping-springfield-cool-absolute-air-auto-repair-celebrates-legacy-and-major-shop-expansion.html"},"modified":"2026-07-06T13:15:42","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T13:15:42","slug":"over-25-years-of-keeping-springfield-cool-absolute-air-auto-repair-celebrates-legacy-and-major-shop-expansion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/story\/602619\/over-25-years-of-keeping-springfield-cool-absolute-air-auto-repair-celebrates-legacy-and-major-shop-expansion.html","title":{"rendered":"Over 25 Years of Keeping Springfield &#8220;Cool&#8221;: Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair Celebrates Legacy and Major Shop Expansion"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"font-style:italic;padding:8px 0px\">Springfield&#8217;s Premier Auto Repair Shop Marks a New Chapter After More Than Two Decades of Community Service <\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Springfield, OR &#8211; July 6, 2026 &#8211;<\/strong> Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair, Lane County&#8217;s go-to full-service auto repair facility since 1999, has expanded to a larger facility on 42nd Street in Springfield, Oregon. Completed in December 2025, the move marks a milestone in a story built on more than 25 years of community trust, hands-on expertise, and a commitment to doing things right.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The expanded facility increases the shop&#8217;s capacity to serve light and medium-duty truck owners, fleet operators, and everyday drivers across Springfield, Eugene, Thurston, Coburg, and the greater Lane County region.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair \" src=\"https:\/\/www.globalnewslines.com\/uploads\/2026\/07\/9b8f078c87b53cb42b9258d3a1559f84.jpg\" alt=\"Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair \" width=\"425\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>A Story Built on Trust, Not Just Transactions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Long before the new building went up, Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair was already something rare: a shop where customers are greeted by name, repairs are explained before a wrench is ever turned, and every job is backed by a warranty that outlasts most dealerships.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The shop traces its roots to January 1999. The current owners first connected with the business through a Snap-on Tool franchise. When the previous owner needed help with a stubborn diagnostic problem, the two tackled it together. A working relationship formed by 2012. By 2017, Brian and Nicki Griffin had purchased the business outright.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Here, you are not a number; we call you by name. The shop&#8217;s team has always said. That philosophy has never changed.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>What the Expansion Means for Lane County Drivers<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The new 42nd Street facility brings more space, improved workflow, and a better environment for the technicians and service writers who stayed through the transition. Every key team member carried over, preserving the institutional knowledge and customer relationships that define the shop.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">For customers, the expansion means:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"caps\">More capacity for fleet maintenance and medium-duty truck repairs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>The same familiar team, now with more room to work<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Specialty equipment including the Hunter Hawkeye Elite alignment system, Hunter Road Force Balancer, and MOC Products<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>The same up-to-3-year\/36,000-mile warranty on repairs using parts that meet or exceed OE standards<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Lane County&#8217;s Premier A\/C Repair Facility, Now With Even More Capacity<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair is the premier automotive air conditioning repair facility in Lane County. The shop services R-134a and R-1234yf refrigerant systems and still have tools to work on older R-12 systems. With summer temperatures rising across the Willamette Valley, this remains one of the shop&#8217;s strongest points of separation from both independent shops and area dealerships.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Full-Service Capability for the Way Lane County Drives<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Springfield drivers haul gear, tow trailers, and put serious miles on their vehicles. Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair is built to handle that. Key capabilities include:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Vehicles Serviced:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>Domestic, European, Asian, and hybrid vehicles<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Diesel trucks with Cummins, Duramax, and Powerstroke engines<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Services Offered:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>A\/C and heater repair, including R-134a, R-1234yf, and R-12 systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Engine and transmission repair and replacement<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Brake service, steering and suspension repair<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Diagnostics and electrical repair<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Wheel alignments, tire sales and services<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Preventative maintenance and oil changes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Fleet maintenance and vehicle inspections<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Credentials and Customer Support:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>ASE Certified and MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Society) certified<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Uses dealer-level repair information without the dealership experience<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Snap financing available for larger repairs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Courtesy ride service available for customers during service<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Community Roots That Run Deep<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The owners are active in the community, including involvement with C.R.A.N. (Cat Rescue Adoption Network), Springfield High School Boosters, and Incline Sports to name a few. The shop proudly serves drivers across Springfield, Eugene, Thurston, Walterville, Vida, Coburg, Pleasant Hill, Marcola, Lowell, Junction City, Veneta, and surrounding Lane County communities.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>About Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair has been serving Lane County drivers since January 1999 214 N 42nd St, Springfield, OR 97478. The shop is a full-service facility specializing in A\/C repair, diesel truck service, fleet maintenance, and general auto repair for domestic, European, Asian, and hybrid vehicles. The team carries ASE and MACS certifications, backs every repair with an up-to-3-year\/36,000-mile warranty, and offers Snap financing and a courtesy ride service to keep quality repairs within reach.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Schedule Your Next Service With Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair in Springfield, OR<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The team is ready to help whether you need A\/C service, fleet maintenance, or are simply due for preventative care. Call or text 541-726-7766, book online at absoluteairautorepair.com, or stop by at 214 N 42nd St, Springfield, OR 97478. Your vehicle deserves honest work, quality parts, and a team that treats you like a person.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Media Contact <\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">214 N 42nd St, Springfield, OR 97478<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Phone: 541-726-7766<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Website: <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/absoluteairautorepair.com\">absoluteairautorepair.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"border: 0\" href=\"&lt;iframe src=\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Springfield, OR: Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair, Lane County&#8217;s go-to full-service auto repair facility since 1999, has expanded to a larger facility on 42nd Street in Springfield, Oregon. Completed in December 2025, the move marks a milestone in a story built on more than 25 years of community trust, hands-on expertise, and a commitment to doing things right.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The expanded facility increases the shop&#8217;s capacity to serve light and medium-duty truck owners, fleet operators, and everyday drivers across Springfield, Eugene, Thurston, Coburg, and the greater Lane County region.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>A Story Built on Trust, Not Just Transactions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Long before the new building went up, Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair was already something rare: a shop where customers are greeted by name, repairs are explained before a wrench is ever turned, and every job is backed by a warranty that outlasts most dealerships.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The shop traces its roots to January 1999. The current owners first connected with the business through a Snap-on Tool franchise. When the previous owner needed help with a stubborn diagnostic problem, the two tackled it together. A working relationship formed by 2012. By 2017, Brian and Nicki Griffin had purchased the business outright.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Here, you are not a number; we call you by name. The shop&#8217;s team has always said. That philosophy has never changed.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>What the Expansion Means for Lane County Drivers<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The new 42nd Street facility brings more space, improved workflow, and a better environment for the technicians and service writers who stayed through the transition. Every key team member carried over, preserving the institutional knowledge and customer relationships that define the shop.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">For customers, the expansion means:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>More capacity for fleet maintenance and medium-duty truck repairs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>The same familiar team, now with more room to work<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Specialty equipment including the Hunter Hawkeye Elite alignment system, Hunter Road Force Balancer, and MOC Products<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>The same up-to-3-year\/36,000-mile warranty on repairs using parts that meet or exceed OE standards<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Lane County&#8217;s Premier A\/C Repair Facility, Now With Even More Capacity<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair is the premier automotive air conditioning repair facility in Lane County. The shop services R-134a and R-1234yf refrigerant systems and still have tools to work on older R-12 systems. With summer temperatures rising across the Willamette Valley, this remains one of the shop&#8217;s strongest points of separation from both independent shops and area dealerships.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Full-Service Capability for the Way Lane County Drives<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Springfield drivers haul gear, tow trailers, and put serious miles on their vehicles. Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair is built to handle that. Key capabilities include:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Vehicles Serviced:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>Domestic, European, Asian, and hybrid vehicles<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Diesel trucks with Cummins, Duramax, and Powerstroke engines<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Services Offered:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>A\/C and heater repair, including R-134a, R-1234yf, and R-12 systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Engine and transmission repair and replacement<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Brake service, steering and suspension repair<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Diagnostics and electrical repair<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Wheel alignments, tire sales and services<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Preventative maintenance and oil changes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Fleet maintenance and vehicle inspections<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Credentials and Customer Support:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>ASE Certified and MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Society) certified<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Uses dealer-level repair information without the dealership experience<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Snap financing available for larger repairs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Courtesy ride service available for customers during service<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Community Roots That Run Deep<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The owners are active in the community, including involvement with C.R.A.N. (Cat Rescue Adoption Network), Springfield High School Boosters, and Incline Sports to name a few. The shop proudly serves drivers across Springfield, Eugene, Thurston, Walterville, Vida, Coburg, Pleasant Hill, Marcola, Lowell, Junction City, Veneta, and surrounding Lane County communities.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>About Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair has been serving Lane County drivers since January 1999 214 N 42nd St, Springfield, OR 97478. The shop is a full-service facility specializing in A\/C repair, diesel truck service, fleet maintenance, and general auto repair for domestic, European, Asian, and hybrid vehicles. The team carries ASE and MACS certifications, backs every repair with an up-to-3-year\/36,000-mile warranty, and offers Snap financing and a courtesy ride service to keep quality repairs within reach.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Schedule Your Next Service With Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair in Springfield, OR<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The team is ready to help whether you need A\/C service, fleet maintenance, or are simply due for preventative care. Call or text 541-726-7766, book online at absoluteairautorepair.com, or stop by at 214 N 42nd St, Springfield, OR 97478. Your vehicle deserves honest work, quality parts, and a team that treats you like a person.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Media Contact: Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair 214 N 42nd St, Springfield, OR 97478 Phone: 541-726-7766 Website: <a rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"text-decoration: none\" href=\"http:\/\/absoluteairautorepair.com\">absoluteairautorepair.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">MAP EMBED: https:\/\/share.google\/g45hWRq8AnOG4Hfhq<\/p>\n<p><span style='font-size:18px !important'>Media Contact<\/span><br \/><strong>Company Name:<\/strong> Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair <br \/><strong>Contact Person:<\/strong> Representative<br \/><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a rel=\"nofollow\" href='http:\/\/www.universalpressrelease.com\/?pr=over-25-years-of-keeping-springfield-cool-absolute-air-auto-repair-celebrates-legacy-and-major-shop-expansion'>Send Email<\/a><br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong>214 N 42nd St  <br \/><strong>City:<\/strong> Springfield<br \/><strong>State:<\/strong> OR<br \/><strong>Country:<\/strong> United States<br \/><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/absoluteairautorepair.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/absoluteairautorepair.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getnews.info\/press_stat.php?pr=over-25-years-of-keeping-springfield-cool-absolute-air-auto-repair-celebrates-legacy-and-major-shop-expansion\" alt=\"\" width=\"1px\" height=\"1px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Springfield&#8217;s Premier Auto Repair Shop Marks a New Chapter After More Than Two Decades of Community Service Springfield, OR &#8211; July 6, 2026 &#8211; Absolute Air &amp; Auto Repair, Lane<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/602619"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=602619"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/602619\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=602619"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=602619"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=602619"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}