Clutch Mechanical

05/11/2026

To our loyal customers and friends,

For years, this shop has been a staple of the Saugatuck community, providing honest service and expert repairs. While the faces in the shop have changed over the last few months, our commitment to keeping you on the road safely remains stronger than ever.

We are officially transitioning the shop from Clutch Mechanical to the new name; Mitten Autoworks Following in Jim's footsteps, we strive to continue providing honest work, while providing solutions to your vehicles or your fleet in a timely fashion, to keep the community safely on the road.

How you can support us:

Like & Follow: Head over to Mitten Autoworks and hit the follow button.

Spread the Word: Share this post so your neighbors know we are still here and ready to help.

Thank you for being part of this journey and for the years of trust you’ve placed in this shop. This opportunity wouldn't be a possibility if it wasn't for all our loyal customers, and we look forward to you still choosing us for your vehicles needs.

— Kaylee Fergus
Owner/Operator, Mitten Autoworks

03/31/2026

Good Afternoon Everyone,

I'd like to take a moment to update everyone. Jim left us peacefully in his sleep last night. I know he meant the world to many of you, just as much as all of you meant the world to him deeply. He started this business with the sole purpose of helping friends, family, the community, and beyond. I thank you all for being a part of his world.

At this time, I respectfully ask that the work phone is contacted for the sole purpose of communicating new appointments and other car related matters instead of calling to share and/or vent, as we deserve the time to process this grief as well. Please feel free to leave good memories/comments on this post if you need to.

The shop has a contingency plan, and will continue business indefinitely, so please don't hesitate to continue calling to schedule more work, and please stay tuned for more details in the future.

Thank you for taking the time to read this, and thank you for your support.

For those that didn't get a chance to donate, we are still accepting GoFundMe funds to support Sue, Jim's wife, in end of life costs. Anything helps.

https://gofund.me/46f2b0b2e

-Kaylee

02/24/2026

Some of you have known Jim for decades, some of you know him for years, and some only for some months. With that being said, I know we all can agree about one thing: whether it comes to vehicle repairs, advice, or a safe place to be yourself, Jim has always given back to everyone involved in his life.

I've been so lucky to know Jim as a boss and a friend. The knowledge, skills, mentorship and love he has given me in the short span of knowing him can never be replaced.

But now I am asking for the reciprocation, to give back to Jim, as he has done for everyone for years. As some of you may know, Jim was diagnosed with terminal cancer late last year, and from juggling doctors appointments, bills, and all that life brings, it has been hard on him and his wife, Sue.

I have attached a link to a GoFundMe page that has been created to help offset the financial burden they have been dealing with. If you can, anything helps. If you can't, please leave a message for Jim to show him your love.

Thank you to all friends, families, and customers who have been loyal to Clutch Mechanical; I look forward to continuing the business with the great community Jim has built around it.

With Love, Kaylee

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02/24/2026

Good Morning Everyone, we will be closed Wednesday through Friday (2/25-2/27) this week.

If you need to call to schedule appointments, please do so today!

Have a great week!

02/10/2026

Good Morning Everyone, we will be opening late at 10 a.m. today.

I hope everyone has a great week!

01/22/2026

Good Morning, we will be closed for the rest of the week. If you do need to reach out, please leave us a voicemail or a text message at our number and we'll get back with you next week.

01/21/2026

Good Morning Everyone, we will be closed today (1/21) due to the flu; we're sorry for any inconvenience. We will post another update tomorrow.

12/23/2025

Good Morning Everyone,

Please see our Holiday hours for Christmas and New Years.

We also wanted to take a moment to say Thank You - We wouldn't be here without your loyalty and trust in Clutch Mechanical. From all of the support during our temporary closing, to being able to help and provide for you, your families and friends. We appreciate all of the kind words, stories and laughs, and thank you for choosing us to service your automotive needs.

I hope everyone stays safe and well this holiday season, and we can't wait for exciting things to come next year.

Happy Holidays!

11/26/2025

Good Morning Everyone,

We will be closing early today at 3 pm, and will be closed on Thanksgiving but back on Friday all day.

I hope everyone has a great Turkey Day!

10/28/2025

Good Morning Everyone,

We want to sincerely thank you for all the kind words, support, and patience over the past few weeks — it’s meant a lot.

Starting November 3rd, phone calls will once again be accepted and returned, in-progress work will continue, and scheduling for future appointments will resume.

All current projects at the shop will be prioritized beginning next week, and any new work will be scheduled accordingly as calls are returned.

We truly appreciate all our valued customers and apologize for any inconvenience our absence may have caused. We look forward to getting back to work and continuing to serve you and our great community!

We’re also excited to welcome back Kaylee, who will be managing operations moving forward with dedication to getting things running back on schedule.

I hope everyone has a great week! We look forward to touching base on all current and future appointment requests starting next week.

10/19/2025

Due to unforeseen medical issues, Clutch Mechanical will be temporarily closed. We understand this may cause some inconvenience, and we truly appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

Our top priority right now is focusing on health and recovery. We are so grateful for the continued support from our loyal customers and this amazing community — it means more than words can express.

We will keep everyone updated as we know more and will share any changes regarding reopening as soon as possible. Thank you for your kindness, support, and understanding.