A & J Automotive has been serving Raleigh and the surrounding community since 1996! We are a family owned & operated auto repair facility. You’ll find friendly and knowledgeable people ready to help you with any service or repair to your vehicle!

Our mission at A & J Automotive is to provide our customers with professional automotive repair at a reasonable cost by highly qualified technicians. We promise to give truthful explanations and to ensure our customers understand the service(s) being suggested, to never use pressure to sell a service, or to sell a product or service that isn’t needed, and to go above and beyond to make each customer’s visit a positive experience. We stand behind our work with our industry-leading 2 year/24,000 mile warranty. Honesty, integrity, reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail are the core values of A & J Automotive.

Ray Fannin – Owner & Master Technician

I have been employed in the automotive repair industry since 1975. I am a Master Technician, having passed all ASE certifications. I continue to attend courses in all aspects of automotive diagnostics and repair to keep up with the latest technology and vehicle information available. After eight years as the Shop Foreman at a local Chevrolet dealership, I was able to realize my life-long dream of owning my own business. My wife, Carol, and I opened the doors of A & J Automotive (named after our two daughters, Amanda & Jenny) in 1996. We were very excited to be able to open a second location in January, 2008. A & J Automotive is truly a family owned & operated business in which we strive to treat our customers as we would our own family.

Keith Rensel – Shop Foreman & Master Technician, Wilders Grove Location

I came to A & J Automotive in 2004 with more than 18 years of experience as a technician at Chevrolet dealerships. I am a Master Technician, having passed all ASE certification courses as well as numerous GM certifications and specialized GM training. I continually attend courses in every subject available in automotive repair, as I feel it is extremely important to keep up with the latest information in the field. This affords me the ability to quickly and accurately diagnose your vehicle’s problems and help you keep your costs down.

Chris Mason – Technician, Wilders Grove Location

I  came to A & J Automotive in January, 2008.  Having been a car enthusiast most of my life, I truly enjoy working in this field.  As a licensed safety and emissions inspector, I will be especially thorough when it comes to checking over your car.  My goal is to take special care of each vehicle, as if it were my own.

Josh Secrest – Master Technician, Departure Drive Location

I have over 10 years of experience in the automotive field, and worked my way from General Service Technician to ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician. I apprenticed at a local Asian import automobile repair facility, and specialize in the Nissan / Infiniti line of vehicles.  As a Raleigh area native, I have deep roots in the community. I maintain close contact with the local chapter of the Independent Garage Owners of North Carolina. In my spare time I enjoy learning about new technologies, fishing, and spending time with my family.

Melody Cox – Office Manager, Departure Drive & Wilders Grove Locations

I started working for A & J Automotive in October of 2011, after relocating to the Raleigh area with my husband, Matthew. I have a Business Administration degree from Elon University and a background in marketing, and will be handling A & J’s office needs. I look forward to serving you here at A & J Automotive. Please let me know if we can do anything to make your visit here better.

Max Rensel - Technician, Departure Drive Location

I’ve been with A & J Automotive since January 2012. I’ve become known in the auto industry as “Keith’s son,” as my dad is a lifelong auto technician, and works for A & J Automotive as well. I graduated from Fuquay-Varina High School in 2009, and currently have my Associates Degree in Applied Science with a major in Automotive Service Technology from Wake Tech Community College. I’m a licensed state inspector, and have multiple ASE Certifications. In my spare time I enjoy going to car shows and track events.

Lyn Anderson – Service Manager, Departure Drive Location

Lyn has been with A&J Automotive since May 2012 and is a graduate of NC State University. He has 21 years of automotive service experience, including 16 years as a service advisor. He is also a spin instructor, avid cyclist, golfer and book collector.