Kenvil & Lake Hopatcong Auto Repair

Fuel Saving Tips: Here in New Jersey, we are no exception to the price of fuel rising every day. We know that making every gallon count is on everyone's minds. There are some services that we offer that can help you extend those fill-ups and possibly save you some money. When it comes to your tire inflation, nitrogen is a larger molecule than the molecules in the air which in turn makes it much less prone to leaking. Keeping the correct amount of PSI in your tires makes the vehicle roll effortlessly and efficiently. When the PSI is low the tires do not perform to their capacity and it's equivalent to trying to run in the sand.   A fuel injection cleaning is a vital part of vehicle maintenance, a clean injector atomizes the fuel into a fine mist which makes for complete combustion equaling maximum power and fuel mileage. Injectors easily get dirty from contaminants in the fuel and carbon build-up from combustion making poor atomization of the ... read more

Ben Sisto has joined us as Service Consultant. His love for everything automotive goes back to when his hands just got big enough to hold a wrench. He’s been twisting one and fixing things his whole life.  He’s always been intrigued by the inner workings of all things mechanical.  His ten years of experience as an auto parts specialist brings him to us with an abundance of knowledge, not only can he diagnose automotive problems, he has the capability to source the best quality parts for just about any vehicle, and he knows his way around under the hood.   He’s a certified electronic technician which again, speaks to his attention to detail and organization. Originally from Nutley, He now resides in Wantage, NJ with his wife Amy and his three children Olivia(10), Benjamin(6), and Vinny (3). He’s been flying airplanes since the age of 15 and loves the great outdoors, particularly snowboarding. He also loves playing with his kids and remo ... read more

Introducing Brendan O'Connell as our newest Automotive Technician. He's a graduate of the Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) Automotive Program.  He brings to us over seven years of knowledge specializing in exhaust repairs and custom exhaust builds. He is dedicated to continuing his automotive education, always something new to learn and ways to better yourself. Originally from Hillsboro, he and his girlfriend Priscilla reside in Oak Ridge. They enjoy hiking and being in nature. They can always be spotted on hiking trails with their rescue dog Charlie, leading the way. He has a passion for high-quality audio and that is apparent in his eclectic collection of vinyl records.  

In the winter of 2021 Automotive magic will begin a new apprenticeship program. This program combines online learning through the National Automotive Parts Association (NAPA) training center, Automotive Training Institute (ATI) and on the job learning at Automotive Magic.  Getting paid while learning at the same time is just one of the advantages of this program. This 18 to 24 month program has nine stages and occurs at no expense to the student. As the student progresses through the program at Automotive Magic, the student receives additional compensation as an incentive to progress from one stage to the next.      Automotive Magic’s apprentices will get tools needed to work in the trade in addition to getting paid. When the apprentice graduates from the program, they get to keep the provided tool kit that is required for any mechanic. This program is certified by the US Department of Labor and the graduate will receive a diploma-like certificate acknowled ... read more

So life has progressed at warped speed before your eyes and your baby, your baby is getting their License, how can you even stand it??  You’ve been through every 1st with them, bitten your nails down to nothing, your teeth are ground to disrepair, but in all this, you are proud, supportive, encouraging, and secretly scared to death.  The license… On one hand - you are Finally giving up the taxi driver hat, your 24/7 mom/dad, can you bring me wherever it is imperative that they be. You’ve just received absolute freedom, and then it hits you, MY BABY. What if? How can this be, What if? Well, we can’t ease every worry and doubt that will come up through this transition, however, we do have some key safety points and suggestions that might make mom & dad relax a little, while Jr. is out taking on life behind the wheel. Here are some very important tips to get  you started ... read more

We are excited to announce that Albert Stashluck has joined the Automotive Magic team as Service Consultant. He comes to us with 27 years of experience in the automotive repair industry. Albert started his career in the industry as an automotive technician, his skills under the hood combined with his ability to communicate with his customers in a way that would always make them feel comfortable and have an understanding of the hows and whys of the service recommendations was an incredible talent. The natural progression streamlined him into  Service Writer. For the next 11 years, he managed a team of 8 and oversaw the inner workings of and the growth of the company in the repair and auto body spectrum of the business.  He resides in Dingmans Ferry, Pa with his wife Stephany of 18 years. He is the proud father of three children 21, 17, 15 years old. Albert enjoys various outdoor activities including hunting and fishing. Come October you can count on him being in the woods o ... read more

Jodi Wesley has joined the Automotive Magic team as Service Support Administrator. Jodi comes with ten years of experience in automotive finance and is no stranger to the inner workings of the automotive industry. She’s also handled the logistical as well as customer service and sales roles at an international furniture dealership. Her ability to handle high volume and demanding workloads has proven to be an asset within the Automotive Magic service team. Her enthusiasm and high energy are contagious and our customers are delighted with her ability to address their needs and concerns in a way that is beneficial to all. She’s a native NewJerseyan, from Sussex County but resides in Port Jervis NY with her husband Dave of 34 years. She’s the mother of three grown children 31, 29 and 21. She enjoys beach time and RVing at the Jersey Shore, family time, and walks with her pup Carlo. We’re excited to have Jodi on our team and we are confident that you ... read more

Here we are in May 2021 and we need your help. We are currently at 965 likes on our Automotive Magic Facebook page and we REALLY want to hit that 1,000 Likes mark.  We decided to make it fun and a little interesting for you. For every like that we get on our page from now until May 31st, 2021 we will enter each person into a drawing to win a $100 gift card to of your choice of Home Depot, ShopRite, or Amazon. We will announce the winner live on Facebook on Memorial Day! So, Like us, tell your friends, and you could end up with a little extra play money to spend on that Barbeque you want to host, some fun beach gear, or put towards sprucing up the yard. It's as easy as hitting that little thumbs up and commenting "liked".  https://www.facebook.com/watch/AutomotiveMagic/https://www.facebook.com/247952705462/videos ... read more

It's getting to be that time that you'll be wanting to escape from the summer elements by getting into the cool comfort of your vehicle. If you are like many people who ended last summer with the hopes that the A/C would perform for just a few more times, then you know that the moment of truth will be when you turn that knob. When you flip that page to the new month in your Roxbury Town Planner, you'll be happy to see that you are in luck. For the month of May, you can receive $70.00 off of our A/C Performance Inspection. This includes an overall inspection of the system, up to 1 pound of refrigerant, and injecting a dye into the system which will inform us if there are any leaks that are in need of repair. All you have to do is grab that coupon, give us a call and we will take care of making sure you are prepared for the hot and humid months ahead of us. Taking a few simple measures of preventative care can relieve you of the worries ... read more

E As we enter into the warmer weather, summer is rapidly approaching, vacation destinations are top of mind and planning is in motion. A lot more people will be driving this year, as opposed to flying to their chosen location. While making your itinerary and deciding on beach gear and suitable clothing, you may want to consider getting your vehicle prepared as well. The extra weight of luggage, bicycles, and passengers in your vehicle can put an extra burden on your vehicle.       A quick visit to our shop can help prevent some unfortunate mishaps along the way. Checking the condition of your tires, making certain that they have proper pressure and tread can make for a smoother ride and help in obtaining better gas mileage. A fresh oil change is a good idea, to make sure all those engine parts that are working extra hard are lubed and moving easily. New wiper blades can make for better visibility especially when traveling on unfamiliar roa ... read more