Hage Kobany Transmissions & Auto Service

Lucky Dog Garage in Lakeland, MN, first opened in 2017 by Billy Kaye, who has been around cars since birth. His passion for vehicles was directly inspired by the relationship and time spent growing up with his father, Bill Sr. Bill Sr. and Billy’s uncles love cars - it just runs in the family! Billy and his younger brothers would go with their father on his car hunts or "wild goose chases." Billy fell in love with the hunt and enjoyed spending quality time with his dad. Billy went to an all male military academy in high school, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of Minnesota, and was a former tech entrepreneur and commodities trader. Fun fact: he was also a cheerleader at the U of M :). He has been very fortunate to turn his hobbies, or rather, his passions, into a full time career. He loves to spend time with his family in his spare time. In 2016, Billy Kaye left his career as a commodities trader in Kansas City to return to his hometown and open up an auto dealership called St. Croix Classics. He quickly realized that there was no way that he could build a sustainable independent auto dealership without accessibility to an auto repair shop. He ended up buying a local repair shop to ensure St. Croix Classics put the best quality vehicles on the marketplace. Lucky Dog Garage was originally to be named “St. Croix Classics Sales & Service”, however the same month that Billy was set to buy the auto repair shop, tragically his 16 year old yellow lab, Hunter, was hit by a car. This experience deeply impacted him, and it was extremely difficult to make the decision to put their beloved family dog down. He also didn't realize how many other people have also gone through a similar experience with a family pet. He wanted to take this negative experience and turn it into something positive. Hence the name, Lucky Dog Garage. Our shop proudly donates $10 for every brake job we do to our local animal shelter with the hope that we can have a positive impact on a dog’s life. St. Croix Classics and Lucky Dog Garage were Inspired by love and are driven by integrity. Being a former commodities trader in the Kansas City Area gave Billy training to manage and mitigate risk when managing hedge accounts. This gave him an entirely different perspective on used cars and auto repair than most independent auto repair shop owners might. The software programs used at Lucky Dog Garage, the upgrades in equipment we make, and the formal processes we have in place at our business are all geared to manage and mitigate risk on our customers vehicles.

Auto Repair and Transmission Service Serving St. Paul, Minneapolis and Roseville, and Woodbury, MN for Over 30 Years With two convenient locations in Roseville and Woodbury, Village Autoworks is the trusted source for auto repair and transmission repair. Our auto mechanics are all ASE-Certified Master technicians with a reputation for excellence in both auto repair and transmissions. Village Autoworks is a family-owned and operated business, and the leadership of our father and son duo manages our auto repair facilities like a well-oiled machine. Rich Fearing, the founder of Village Autoworks, began his journey in the automotive industry by leaning over his father’s shoulders, watching him fix cars. Soon enough, he became the go-to auto mechanic for all his friends before he even graduated high school. Eventually, the challenge of transmissions caught his eye. Transmissions, an incredibly complicated piece of machinery with over 1000 parts, lured him into the specialization of this component of your vehicle. Recognizing there was a significant need for accurate and thorough auto repair and transmission repair, he opened up Village Transmission in 1983, and he hasn’t looked back since. Because of Rich’s yearning to push Village Autoworks in Roseville to be the absolute best it can be, his facility is constantly on the cutting-edge. Village Autoworks expanded to include a second location in Woodbury beginning in 2004. The term “like father like son” has significant meaning at Village Autoworks. Rich’s son, Calvin Fearing, was traveling down a different career path until he realized how much he missed his time spent at the auto repair and transmission repair shops. Now, the father and son team create a sincerely warm and kind atmosphere. However, Rich Fearing’s and his team’s story doesn’t end there. We look forward to many more years ahead, as the auto repair and transmission industry continues to grow and expand. At Village Autoworks, we don’t just strive to be the best, but we aim to be the best of the best in each aspect of our operation. From our top-notch auto repair to complimentary loaner vehicles, we aim to deliver you an unrivaled experience. When you combine our drive for excellence with our sincere concern for the safety of you and your family, Village Autoworks quickly becomes the outlier among shops in both Roseville and Woodbury. Call Village Autoworks or schedule an appointment online. We have two convenient locations: in Roseville at 2760 Fairview Ave. N., Roseville, MN 55113 and in Woodbury at 8276 Hudson Road, Suite 100, Woodbury, MN 55125.

At Journey Auto Repair, we understand the unique demands of vehicles and their owners, and that’s why we’ve positioned ourselves as the leading choice for auto repair in Andover, MN. Our dedication goes beyond mere repairs; we offer a suite of services tailored for your convenience, from our efficient same-day service to flexible after-hours pick-up and drop-off. With the added comfort of our complimentary loaner cars and our reliable shuttle service, we ensure that your daily routine remains uninterrupted while we attend to your vehicle. When you choose Journey Auto Repair, you’re not just getting top-tier auto care; you’re embracing a seamless experience designed with you in mind.