American Automotive

04/05/2026

May your day be blessed and your eggs be plenty ✌️

03/14/2026

If you’re into symbolism, you might like this one…
A little over 4 years ago, my dad Tony passed on from this life. Many of you knew him when you’d frequent the shop. After his passing, my wife and I were gifted this orchid from a friend of hers. Her green thumb has cared for its ebbs and flows of new blooms and dormancy since then. Well, right around the date of the fire at my shop, the first of 7 buds opened up, which she just brought to my attention. Now, if you’ve met my wife, you’d know she’s into all that symbolism stuff (I entertain it, mostly but sometimes it rings true). She decided to look up the representation that orchids have and- get this- they stand for Strength and Resilience and overcoming obstacles. And the fact that there are seven buds on the branch made me think of my family (mom, dad, siblings and me). This has proved to be one of the most difficult times in my life, testing me at each angle. But I am beyond grateful to the support I’ve had as I navigate this journey - from clean-up help I’ve received, the patience from neighboring residence, the people who have supported the Go Fund Me that Liz and Lisa set up, the understanding from my affected clients, and of course my family. This has been a journey I never thought I’d be traveling and I pray no one ever has to experience it, but I know in time there will be a silver lining 💪🏼
Thank you from the bottom of my heart
-Dave

02/24/2026

🚨 Our phone lines are down indefinitely, and we will be busy working through the next steps since our shop fire. But you can still reach us!
Either send a message through Facebook or email me 📧

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(For those who have my personal cell phone 📱 number, I am not able to access it at this time - please email me)

02/21/2026

Yesterday began as a routine workday, with several standard jobs scheduled—tasks I have performed countless times before. In a matter of moments, however, everything changed. As many of you in the Brick area, particularly near Mantoloking Road, may already know, American Automotive was impacted by a fire. I am incredibly grateful to have walked away safely.

I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to the fire crews, paramedics, hazmat team, and the Brick Township Police Department for their swift response, professionalism, and commitment to safety. I am especially thankful that no one was injured while responding to and battling the fire.

Thank you to Anthony and the team at Mantoloking Road Alehouse for generously opening your doors, allowing us to use your space, and providing support to the first responders during such a difficult time. Your kindness meant more than you know.

To my customers and the surrounding community: please know that I am safe, as are the neighboring homeowners. As I begin to navigate the next steps for American Automotive, I respectfully ask for privacy and continued support. This business represents far more than a workplace for my family and me—and you have always been more than just customers.

I am deeply grateful for the outpouring of support from this community and will need that strength now more than ever.

**At this time, I do not have direct contact. If you have my personal cell phone number, I am not be able to respond immediately. For now, please reach out via direct message on my social media page.

02/09/2026

If only AI could do the physical work, we’d be onto sometin’… 🔧 🛞 🚙
📱 732-920-2144 to book your next appointment

01/23/2026

Enjoy the weekend!
Stay tuned about Monday’s hours of operations pending the ❄️

01/15/2026

📣 VOTE FOR MY DOG 🐾
If you know me, I love him just as much as I love cars. We entered him into America's Favorite Pet contest and the first drawing is TONIGHT 1/15 for the Top 20!!!! Shoot over to the link and cast your free vote - much appreciated 😊:

https://americasfavpet.com/2026/ryder-bcce

01/09/2026

We all need someone in life who’s got our back. When it comes to car maintenance, I’ve got yours!

Make your appointment today
📱 732.920.2144
📍 240 Mantoloking Road | Brick

01/06/2026

🛞 Unrelated to cars - who loves dogs 🐾 out there?!
This is our almost 14 year old boy, Ryder 🐶. He’s our pride + joy and been with my wife and me for almost our entire journey. We submitted him into America's Favorite Pet competition and are asking our loyal customers to show him some love and vote for him!!!
Thank you in advance!!!

Our 14 year old rescue boy has been the love of our lives since he was a pup. We are spoiling him with a bucket list in his golden years.

12/29/2025

I’ll be here this week (just not New Years Day 🎇) call to schedule appointments

12/29/2025

Thank you to all who donated to us for our Toys for Tots collection this year!! 🇺🇸 🎄

It’s Saturday, Christmas has passed, and guess what? You made it! ✨🎄

From our Toys for Tots family to yours — thank you for all the love, generosity, and hope you shared this season. Whether you donated a toy, volunteered your time, or simply spread kindness, you helped light up the lives of children in need.❤️

Now take a moment to breathe. Reflect on the joy you helped create and the smiles you brought to so many little faces.

Here’s to the rest of the weekend and the year ahead — and to continuing to make a difference together!🎄