The Greg’s Japanese Auto story started in Alaska on a chilly winter morning in 1984. Greg Huntley, Greg’s Japanese Auto founder helped a woman stranded on the side of the road start her car.
His good deed was quickly transformed into a business when he and his brother David, got an old mail truck, painted it orange and stocked it with recycled batteries. Greg drove around each day before the morning and evening commute looking for stranded motorists.
One day, he couldn’t get a car started, so he towed it home to fix it. Soon, they had a full-time technician and regular customers. The lessons Greg and David learned in Alaska are the foundation of Greg’s Japanese Auto right here in Puget Sound. Treat your customers right and not only will they come back, they’ll bring their friends and family with them.
In 1987, Greg and David opened the Renton store. Greg was the service writer, David was the parts man, tow truck driver and Len Gidley was the technician. Len has since retired but those first Puget Sound customers are still with us. Today the business includes over 65 employees, service centers in Renton, Bellevue, Federal Way, Covington, Puyallup, Seattle, South Center and Lynnwood.
Greg’s is also dedicated to community service. Some of their efforts include “Toys for tots”, “Coats for kids” and local church and community donations that are given.
Greg’s Japanese Auto is the fastest growing independent auto repair facility in the northwest. Greg and company look forward to a goal of 50 stores and even better service and comfort for Greg’s customers.
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Twenty two years is a long time, but according to Greg, “We’re just getting started.”
