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AB Auto Electrics

AB Auto Electrics

4.1(126 reviews)See reviews ↓·Melbourne

About the company

AB Auto Electrics is an auto electrician business based in Melbourne. It was established in 1994. The owners are Peter Blakey, Chris Turley, and James Cox, who have over 55 years of combined experience in the automotive electrical field. The company employs a large team of qualified Automotive Electricians. It operates a well-equipped workshop and a large fleet of mobile service vehicles. In 2009, the company entered into a partnership with Smart Start Interlocks.

It serves Melbourne's Western Suburbs and surrounding areas. The company has catered strongly for the transport and construction industries. Services include auto electrical repairs, air conditioning servicing and repairs, alcohol interlocks, fleet interlock services, batteries, starter motors, alternators, lighting, LED lighting, auto electrical accessories, anti-lock braking diagnosis, electronic engine diagnosis, and on-site and workshop services.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Drivers of trucks, caravans and everyday cars in Melbourne's west have had their auto electrical faults traced and repaired by AB Auto Electrics, with several customers describing fast turnaround on jobs ranging from a replacement battery lead made to order to wiring harness repairs completed the same day. Reviewers frequently point to that faults are diagnosed properly and that vehicles are ready when promised, including one instance where a late-afternoon electrical failure in an Isuzu MR truck was resolved before the next morning.

Communication comes up often, with staff described as easy to talk to, kind and efficient before and after the work. Named team members earn particular praise: Nathan is said to know his trade well and to fit callers in promptly, while Chris is credited with thoroughly tracking down a difficult fault in a Winnebago. Pricing is described as fair and more affordable than elsewhere, and the workshop's willingness to squeeze in a small Alfa alongside larger commercial vehicles without fuss is noted. Work covers auto electrical repairs, battery and wiring jobs, and servicing needs across cars and trucks.

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AB Auto Electrics — Customer photo

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Jaswinder Boparai15 June 2026

James is a good guy, but I can’t say the same about the bald guy at reception. Every time I’ve been there, he comes across as rude and acts like I’m asking for his kidney just by asking a simple question. I went in for a small repair, but there was nowhere to park my truck and trailer. He told me to wait somewhere nearby and said he would call me once another truck moved. After waiting an hour, I called to check, and he said he would call me back in 10 minutes. Another hour passed, so I called again, and he said, “Wait 5 minutes and I’ll call you.” On the third call, a woman answered. I explained that I had been told twice I’d get a call back, but no one had called. She laughed and said no one would have told me 10 minutes, making it sound like I was lying. I asked if she could please check how much longer I needed to wait. She transferred the call back to the same guy, who then told me they were on lunch and he would call me in another 20 minutes. After waiting two and a half hours, I left without getting anything done. James, you’re a good man, mate, but your staff really need to improve their communication and customer service.

JJ
John J Mackay13 June 2026

For all your auto electrical need's, head to AB Auto Electrical... First rate service

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baldev sidhu5 February 2026

I went AB auto electrics yesterday. I call them for appointment and they said you can come in half an hour. When I went there they said we are not free now you can come later. I left my work and went there. They were very rude with me. Their customer service was very rude. Not recommended

LR
Leroy Ritchie24 December 2025

very friendly staff and much more affordable prices compared to competitors

RD
Russell Dunne22 November 2025

Best service Ever ,,,my new auto electrical company..

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Nav Sidhu Mebourne11 November 2025

I have seen this place charge a lot of $$$ if you take truck at their shop. 1st time I was charged about 2grand for ac compressor as my Aircon wasn't working in my prime mover. However recently Aircon cooling came down in same truck and as I wanted to sell it I thought I will get it checked out as it should be probably under warranty. After dropping I got the call from them at 1:30 pm that they couldn't find the keys but keys were in truck. Later on they called me at exactly 3:59(I checked both times in my phone) saying my truck is ready for pickup. I was told there was hose suppose to be replacing and they did it and it will cost me more then $1300. When I said why nobody called me before replacing the hose and I was told we don't know. I said I don't want the hose as it's old truck and has to sell it anyway but I was told I will get charged for labour of 3 hours which is $450 plus 3 hours of removing hose so altogether $900. Mind you they only worked on my truck for 2.5 hours. I was told I have to pay either $900 for no ac or $1300 with ac. Not a very good option left for me. I will not visit this place ever.

JH
Jesse Holt8 October 2025

Great guys, easy to talk to by far the best auto electrics we could find in Geelong and Melbourne, it was good and didn't take overly too long, thanks again boys great work.

Auto electricians in Melbourne compared

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1Connected automotive & electrical★ 4,981No
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5Core Auto Electrical Services★ 4,8105No
9AB Auto Electrics (this page)★ 4,1126No
Contact
+61393127222www.abautoelectrics.com.au541 Somerville Rd, Sunshine West VIC 3020
Working hours
Monday07:00–16:30
Tuesday07:00–16:30
Wednesday07:00–16:30
Thursday07:00–16:30
Friday07:00–16:30
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed