Advanced European RepairMeet Franklin, MA's European Auto Repair Experts at Advanced European Repair
At Advanced European Repair, we’re a family-owned shop in Franklin, MA specializing in European vehicles. Our ASE-certified team works on BMW, Audi, Porsche, Land Rover, Range Rover, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Volvo, and MINI, and we’re committed to fixing it right the first time. This isn’t a faceless dealership. We’re your neighbors in Franklin, and Your Family Depends On Our Family.®
Our Commitment to European Auto Repair in Franklin, MA
At Advanced European Repair, we don’t just work on European vehicles. We specialize in them. From BMW and Audi to Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, and Volkswagen, our team brings focused expertise that a general repair shop simply can’t match. Every technician on our team is here because they love what European vehicles are and what it takes to keep them running right.
That dedication shows in everything we do, from our ongoing training programs to the 48-month, 48,000-mile nationwide warranty we back most of our repairs with. When you bring your car to us, you’re getting a team that chose this specialty on purpose.
Meet the Advanced European Repair Team in Franklin, MA
We believe you should know the people working on your car. Here’s the team behind Advanced European Repair.
Patrick Weidman
Owner
Patrick started in the automotive business in high school pumping gas for his uncle, who owned a large repair shop and gas station back when full service meant full service! If every car that came in for gas didn’t get the windshield washed and “squeegeed,” Patrick would hear it from his uncle. This work ethic remained a core value for him and his brother Bob. They learned the importance of taking care of people from their uncle who treated every customer as the most important customer. The uncle had a saying: “Every customer is a first class customer” and that stuck with them and still does today. Grove Street Auto Repair opened in June 1998 in Franklin, MA. The business has continued to grow every year, and is now known as the premiere auto repair shop in Franklin. It has been a fantastic 25+ years. Read more about the history of Grove Street Auto Repair and the Weidman family here. In 2023, the need for more space to expand at Grove Street Auto had become crucial. The footprint of the current shop did not allow room for that expansion, so Patrick bought a property just 400 feet down the road in order to utilize some of the space at that location for storage and maybe use one stand-alone bay as a specialty bay. In a twist of fate, the auto repair business in that building was closing down, and so the decision to take over that space was made. After an extensive makeover with many upgrades, in January of 2024, the new Advanced European Repair shop opened. We invite you to stop in and see what we have done to make this a truly unique and customer-focused experience. Thank you for your support.
Jean Weidman Bradley
VP of Marketing
With 18 years of experience working in the office of Grove Street Auto Repair, Jean is a crucial part of our team. She has a degree in accounting, and has gone through many hours of marketing and customer service training. Interacting with our customers has always been one of her favorite parts of her day, and even though she is not sitting in the front office currently, she is working behind the scenes on all the marketing and website tasks that help our customers at both Advanced European Repair and Grove Street Auto Repair find us and stay up to date on all our good news! If you have fun ideas for social media content, reach out to her!
Tom Hender
Shop Foreman
With over 30 years of experience in the field, Tom has been with Grove Street Auto Repair since the beginning. When we were ready to launch Advanced European Repair, he was ready! Tom has been instrumental in making sure Advanced European Repair has everything needed to work on all the luxury vehicles. Tom continues to be the behind-the-scenes person who makes it happen for both shops. He discovered his love for automobiles as a freshman in high school at Tri County Regional High School and has been working on cars ever since. He has the ASE Master Technician designation as well as the ASE L1 advanced level certification which is required to be a Registered Emissions Repair facility for the State of Massachusetts. As Shop Foreman, Tom is known as the “fixer.” We have yet to see the problem that Tom can’t figure out!!
Eric Fugere
Shop Foreman
Eric is a fully-trained EV and Hybrid expert thanks to some intensive off-site training that included Tesla specific training. He has been working in the automotive industry for over 25 years at both independent shops and large automotive retailers. His certififications include his ASE A1-A8, qualifying him for the Master Automobile Technican Status. He loves to learn, and has taken many in-house certification classes as well as off-site EV and Tesla courses. He loves to work on European cars because they are more complex. When Eric is not at work, you can find him hanging out at home or working on something around the house. He hopes to be able to ski sometime in the near future!
Doug Kelleher
Manager
Doug’s 10 years of experience in the auto service industry and customer service makes him a great leader for our team! His meticulous attention to detail ensures reliability and trustworthiness in all his work. He worked at both Lexus and Audi dealerships before joining us, where he was a Senior Advisor and Service Director. Doug enjoys spending as much time as he can with his wife, daughter, and Golden Retrievers! His dream car? A 1987 Porsche 911 Convertible – what a great choice!
Najeeb
Automotive Technician
Najeeb has over 10 years of experience as an automotive technician and is committed to continually attending advanced European vehicle trainings to upgrade his skills, keeping up with all the new technology. His experience before joining Advanced European Repair was mostly at family-owned shops, which makes him feel right at home here since AER is also family-owned. Najeeb’s favorite cars to work on are BMW, Audi and Porsche, and he recently completed an intensive Porsche training.
Outside of work, he likes to hang out with his family and his two cats who like to “break things and sleep!” as well as go to the beach and fix cars at home!
Tony Lopes
Technician
With over 18 years of experience in the automotive repair industry, including big dealerships and smaller shops, Tony is a welcome addition to our team. A graduate of UTI, he has continued to expand his training, including ADAS Calibration, Advanced A/C Diagnostics and Testing, and Massachusetts State Safety and Emissions certifications. Tony’s favorite car to work on is “anything that is broken!” so his diagnostic skills are well-honed. When asked about his favorite car to drive, he says anything that is fun and rides nice.
At home, Tony has a cat named Casper; the shelter gave him that name after finding him on Halloween and seeing how friendly he was! Outside of work, he likes to go to the gym, and he and his wife can be found working around the house and hanging out with friends. Welcome to the AER team, Tony!
Chris Petrie
General Manager
As our General Manager, Chris is responsible for overseeing operations at all our shops within the Grove Street Auto Group. Chris brings a lot of humor to the workplace! With over 40 years of experience working in the automotive industry, Chris has a vast amount of training not only with working on cars, but also on coaching people and helping them to achieve their goals. His favorite vehicle to drive is actually his golf cart!
As a teen, Chris would perform magic acts in front of lots of people. He went on to marry his high school sweetheart, with whom he has two loving daughters and, on the weekends, you can find Chris working in his yard, splitting wood or relaxing with his friends and family.
Why Choose Advanced European Repair in Franklin, MA
- ASE Certified Team: Our team includes ASE-certified technicians, and our owner is an ASE Master Technician with specialized European vehicle training.
- Hybrid and EV Expertise: We’ve invested in hands-on hybrid repair training through ACDC’s Up Your Voltage program, a 5-day course covering battery diagnostics and EV safety held in Worcester, MA.
- Transparency Through Digital Vehicle Inspections: We show you photos and videos of what we find so you can make informed decisions on your own timeline.
- 48-Month, 48,000-Mile Nationwide Warranty: We stand behind most of our repairs with one of the strongest warranties available at any independent shop.
- Family-Owned and Operated: Our family has served the Franklin community for over 25 years through our original shop, Grove Street Auto Repair, and Advanced European Repair proudly carries that same commitment forward.
- Convenience-First Amenities: Loaner vehicles, shuttle service, early drop-off, text to pay, and a key locker for late pickup.
Congratulations to Eric Fugere on His Promotion to Shop Foreman
We’re proud to announce Eric Fugere’s promotion to Shop Foreman at Advanced European Repair. Eric has built a reputation for sharp technical skills and a genuine commitment to helping the rest of our team grow, and this new role puts that mentorship front and center.
Eric recently completed BMW Engine Technology training and Advanced A/C Diagnostics training, adding even more depth to the expertise he brings to every vehicle that comes through our bays. As Shop Foreman, he’s not just turning wrenches. He’s helping every technician on our team sharpen their skills and deliver the kind of work our customers count on.
Serving Franklin, MA and the Surrounding Communities
Advanced European Repair proudly serves European vehicle owners throughout Norfolk County. In addition to Franklin, our customers come to us from Foxborough, Hopkinton, Walpole, Holliston, Medfield, Norfolk, and Plainville. We make the process easy with loaner vehicles, shuttle service, early drop-off, text to pay, and a key locker for late pickup.
We’ve welcomed several Volvo owners after a nearby Volvo specialist closed. If you drive a Volvo and need a trusted team, we’d love to earn your business.
FAQs About Automotive Technician Careers in Franklin, MA
What certifications should a European auto technician have?
A European auto technician should hold ASE certifications, particularly the A1 through A8 series that qualify for Master Technician status. Advanced-level certifications like ASE L1 for emissions and specialized hybrid training are also valuable for working on modern European vehicles.
Do hybrid vehicles require specialized mechanics?
Yes, hybrid vehicles use high-voltage battery systems and regenerative braking components that require specific training and safety protocols. A technician without hybrid-specific training may not have the knowledge to safely diagnose or repair these systems.
Why choose a European auto specialist over a general repair shop?
European vehicles have unique engineering, proprietary electronics, and specific maintenance requirements that differ from domestic makes. A specialist understands these systems and uses the correct procedures, parts, and fluids to keep your vehicle running properly.
What experience should a hybrid technician have?
A hybrid technician should have hands-on training in high-voltage safety, battery diagnostics, and scan tool usage. Programs like ACDC's Up Your Voltage course provide this level of preparation across multiple vehicle makes.
Can European repair shops work on hybrid vehicles?
Many European repair shops can work on hybrid vehicles if their technicians have completed hybrid-specific training. Look for shops that have invested in hands-on EV and hybrid coursework that covers the European makes you drive, like Advance European Repair.
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