Eastern Automotive Performance Centre

07/10/2026

Engine work is all about the details.

Every component needs to be carefully cleaned, inspected and prepared before everything goes back together. It’s the kind of work that takes patience, accuracy and a good understanding of how each part affects the rest of the engine.

Here’s a closer look at some of the hands-on work happening in our East Tamaki workshop.

Need help with your vehicle? Book with the team here:
https://www.easternautomotive.co.nz/contact-us/

05/10/2026

Thinking about upgrading your vehicle but not sure where to start?

Performance upgrades aren’t always about chasing the biggest power figures.

The right setup should suit your vehicle and how you actually use it, whether that’s towing, carrying loads, sharper throttle response, smoother acceleration or simply getting more from modifications you already have.

Our latest blog covers the different upgrade options available, including ECU mapping, dyno tuning, exhaust and intake upgrades, turbo upgrades, supercharging and engine packages. It also explains why choosing the right combination matters.

Have a read here:

Looking for performance upgrades in East Tamaki? Talk to Eastern Automotive about tuning, upgrades and performance solutions.

29/09/2026

Ever wondered what ECU tuning could do for your car?

By adjusting the settings in your car’s engine computer, a custom tune can improve power, torque and throttle response. That can mean smoother acceleration and a car that feels more responsive when you put your foot down.

Have a read of our blog on how ECU tuning improves power and driveability:

Learn how ECU tuning improves power, torque, throttle response and driveability. Discover how tuning helps your vehicle perform better!

27/09/2026

Got plans for your vehicle?

Our team includes specialised fabricators, experienced technicians and performance tuning experts, so we can manage the whole job in one workshop.

From custom fabrication and performance upgrades to 4WD fitouts, interior and exterior modifications, classic car restorations and race car builds, we can fully customise your vehicle to suit what you want from it.

See what we can do: https://www.easternautomotive.co.nz/vehicle-customisations/

23/09/2026

It’s often the small things you don’t see that help look after your vehicle long term.

As part of our diesel servicing, we add a Wynn’s diesel treatment to the fuel. This helps reduce soot build-up and keep the Diesel Particulate Filter, or DPF, from becoming clogged.

DPFs can be expensive to repair or replace, so a bit of preventative maintenance now can help avoid bigger problems later.

It’s one of the extra steps we take to look after the overall health of your vehicle.

Book your next service at https://www.easternautomotive.co.nz/car-servicing/

21/09/2026

MAINTENANCE MONDAY

Brake fluid is easy to forget because you can't see it wearing out.

Over time it absorbs moisture, which lowers its boiling point and can affect braking performance, particularly when the brakes are working hard. It may also contribute to corrosion inside the braking system.

If your brake pedal feels soft or spongy, your braking feels different, or you can't remember when the fluid was last checked, give us a call on 09 274 2941 and we’ll organise to take a look.

https://www.easternautomotive.co.nz/

17/09/2026

This 1954 Ford 7-100 Stepside came into the workshop for a C-notch, allowing it to sit lower at the rear.

Once we inspected the truck, it was clear that more work was needed to make sure it would be safe and able to pass LVV certification.

After talking it through with the customer, the job grew to include:

• Fully boxing the factory frame rails with plate
• C-notching the rails
• New shock mounts
• A bolt-in transverse crossmember
• 4-link bars using 4130 and 5/8-inch rod ends
• Forward-mounted link boxes
• Properly mounting the fuel cell

With a big block Ford V8, 3-speed auto and Ford 9-inch diff, this is going to be one seriously impressive truck when it’s finished. We’ll share more as the build progresses.

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15/09/2026

Meet Jayden!

Ask him what he does here and you’ll get a straight answer: “Work on cars.” We did manage to get a bit more out of him!

Jayden joined us straight out of school five years ago as an apprentice and is now a qualified technician. He particularly enjoys the performance jobs, especially cam upgrades on Commodores.

Say hi to Jayden next time you’re in the workshop!

Book your next service with the team at Eastern Automotive here:
https://www.easternautomotive.co.nz/contact-us/

09/09/2026

A look inside the workshop over the past month. Tools out, cars in, and plenty going on behind the scenes.

Dyno tuning, servicing, WOF checks, tyres, wheel balancing and performance work, this is what happens day to day at Eastern Automotive. Whatever your car needs, our team in East Tamaki has got you covered.

Get in touch with the team: https://www.easternautomotive.co.nz/contact-us/

07/09/2026

Did you know we look after work vehicles and fleets too?

Here’s one of French Electrical’s vehicles in the workshop. We service a vast range of small, medium and large fleets from all over Auckland.

We’ll help you keep on top of maintenance, servicing and WOF dates. Getting vehicles to the workshop can be a juggle too, so ask us about pickup, delivery and loan vehicles when you book.

Find out more about our fleet servicing here:
https://www.easternautomotive.co.nz/fleet-services/