Battery, Starting & Charging Repair in Ormond Beach

A car that won't start has one of several different problems — battery, starting system, charging system, or something electrical upstream of all three — and they can look identical from the driver's seat. Guessing means buying parts until something works. Testing means finding the actual cause once.

How we handle a no-start

• We test the whole chain, not just the battery.

  Battery, starting and charging systems get tested and the findings documented — so the part you approve is the part that's actually failed.

• OEM or OE-quality parts only.

  We don't install bargain-line parts. You'll know exactly which part is going on your car and why.

• A jump-start isn't a fix.

  If your car needed a jump, something caused that — and it will likely happen again until the cause is found. We'll tell you what we found and what it means.

Got a dead car right now?

Call 386-677-1818 first — we'll tell you honestly what your best next step is. If the car can get to us, our key drop means it can arrive whenever the tow does, and you'll get your findings by text.

Your vehicle health report — like a checkup from your doctor

Every vehicle that comes through our shop gets a digital vehicle health report, every visit. Photos of what we found, plain-English notes on what they mean, and each item labeled honestly: what needs attention now, what can wait, and what's just worth watching. You review it right on your phone.

You approve the work — and every dollar — before it begins, and nothing gets added without your authorization.

Our warranty

We offer a written 3-year/36,000-mile warranty. Ask us for complete coverage terms.

Not sure if we service your model? Call 386-677-1818 and we'll tell you straight.

FAQ

My car needed a jump this morning but started fine since. Should I bother?

That's exactly the moment to test — before it strands you somewhere worse. Testing the battery and charging system is quick, and the health report will tell you honestly whether it was a one-off or the start of a failure.

What will it cost?

We don't quote repairs sight-unseen — a number given before anyone has inspected the car is a guess. Your vehicle health report gives you an exact, itemized picture, and you approve every dollar before work begins.

Can I wait, or should I drop off?

Either. We have a waiting area, drop-off with a key drop, and a local shuttle. You can approve work by text and pay by text. Vehicle pickup and delivery may be available by advance arrangement — ask your advisor.

Visit us

Lonnie's Automotive · 60 N Yonge St, Ormond Beach, FL 32174 · 386-677-1818 Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM ·