Ladies Car Care Clinic
Hands-on automotive education designed specifically for women. Real cars, real knowledge, real confidence.
Coming in 2027
Reserve Your Spot at Our 2027 Clinic
Why This Clinic Matters
Seats fill up fast and this event is completely free. Fill out the registration form to add your name to the list and we will be in touch the moment details are confirmed for our 2027 Ladies Car Care Clinic.
Every day, millions of women get behind the wheel with little more than a driver's license and a prayer that nothing goes wrong. A flat tire on a dark highway, a mysterious warning light, an overheating engine on the interstate, and suddenly that lack of knowledge becomes a genuine safety crisis. At American & Import Auto Repair, we believe that knowledge is one of the most powerful tools a woman can carry.
That is exactly why we created the Ladies Car Care Clinic. This is not a beginner's lecture or a condescending crash course designed to overwhelm you with jargon. This is a warm, welcoming, hands-on afternoon in our actual shop on Hopper Road, surrounded by real vehicles, knowledgeable technicians, and a room full of women who all showed up for the same reason: to feel more confident every single time they turn that key.
Whether you are a college student who just got her first car, a busy mom shuttling kids to every corner of Johnson City, a professional who drives hours each week for work, or a grandmother who simply wants to stop feeling helpless when the check engine light comes on, this clinic was designed with you in mind. We strip away the intimidation, bring out the snacks, and make learning about your vehicle genuinely enjoyable.
Why This Clinic Matters
Vehicle breakdowns are the third most common cause of roadside emergencies for women in the United States. A significant portion of those incidents could be prevented or safely managed with a small amount of practical knowledge. Knowing how to check your tire pressure can prevent a blowout. Knowing how to top off your coolant can prevent your engine from seizing on the interstate. Knowing what to do if your car breaks down on a rural stretch of highway can mean the difference between a minor inconvenience and a dangerous situation.
Beyond safety, there is a financial dimension that nobody talks about enough. Women who understand their vehicles are dramatically less likely to be upsold on unnecessary services, less likely to delay maintenance that ends up costing thousands to repair, and more likely to catch small problems before they become expensive emergencies. The knowledge you gain in a single afternoon at our clinic can genuinely save you hundreds, even thousands, of dollars over the life of your vehicle.
And then there is the confidence factor. There is something deeply empowering about knowing how your vehicle works. That quiet confidence follows you onto the road. You drive differently when you are not afraid of what is under the hood.
What You Will Learn
- ✦ How to safely change a flat tire, step by step, on an actual vehicle in our shop
- ✦ How to check and top off all critical fluids: oil, coolant, brake fluid, power steering, and washer fluid
- ✦ How to jump-start a dead battery safely using jumper cables and a portable jump pack
- ✦ What every warning light on your dashboard actually means and which ones demand immediate action
- ✦ How to read your tire tread depth and check tire pressure correctly
- ✦ What to do when your car breaks down: safety steps, who to call, what information to have ready
- ✦ How to communicate effectively with a mechanic so you are never talked in circles
- ✦ Basic preventive maintenance schedules and why staying on top of them saves money
- ✦ How to inspect wiper blades, lights, and belts for obvious wear
- ✦ How to keep an emergency kit in your vehicle and what it absolutely should contain
Event Schedule at a Glance
| Time / Slot | Activity | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Check-In & Welcome | Refreshments, goody bags, meet our team | Social |
| Session 1 | Fluid checks on real vehicles in the bay | Hands-On |
| Session 2 | Tire change demonstration and practice | Hands-On |
| Break | Snacks, Q&A with technicians | Open Floor |
| Session 3 | Dashboard lights, jump-starting, emergencies | Hands-On |
| Session 4 | Talk to a mechanic like a pro | Workshop |
| Wrap-Up | Giveaways, photos, community sharing | Celebration |
Everything You Receive
- ✦100% free admission with zero obligation to purchase anything
- ✦Curated goody bag filled with useful automotive and wellness items
- ✦Snacks and refreshments throughout the event
- ✦A printed reference guide covering everything taught at the clinic
- ✦Direct access to our certified ASE technicians for personal questions
- ✦A community of local women who share your commitment to independence
- ✦Peace of mind that you can refer back to American & Import any time you need support
“Our goal is simple: every woman who walks out of that shop should feel like she owns that car, not the other way around.”
Who Should Attend
This clinic is open to women of all ages and all experience levels. You do not need to know anything about cars to benefit enormously. We specifically encourage:
Register for 2027
Fill out the form below to secure your spot. Registration is completely free, open to all women, and spots go fast. We will send you a confirmation once you are on the list.
- 1 Complete the registration form on this page
- 2 Watch for your confirmation email with event details
- 3 Follow us on Facebook for announcements and reminders
- 4 Show up, grab your goody bag, and leave knowing your car
Knowledge is the most underrated safety feature your car can have.
We believe every woman deserves to feel capable, confident, and completely in control behind the wheel. That is the mission behind everything we do at American & Import Auto Repair in Johnson City.
Event Recap
Inside Our 2026 Ladies Car Care Clinic
A look back at the incredible afternoon we shared with the women of Johnson City, Tennessee. Here is what happened, what we taught, and why it mattered so much to everyone in that shop.
On a beautiful day in Johnson City, Tennessee, the bays of American & Import Auto Repair on Hopper Road were transformed into something that felt less like a garage and more like a celebration. Women of every age, background, and experience level filed in through our doors, many of them admitting they had never set foot inside an auto repair shop before. By the time the afternoon was over, those same women were changing tires, checking fluid levels, and speaking with a confidence about their vehicles that none of them had arrived with.
That transformation is what our first Ladies Car Care Clinic was all about. From the moment we began planning this event, our entire team was united around a single goal: create an experience that treats women as capable, intelligent adults who simply needed the right environment and the right instruction to unlock knowledge they could carry with them for the rest of their lives.
We set up stations across our working shop floor so attendees could interact directly with real vehicles, not diagrams, not videos, but actual cars and trucks representing the kinds of vehicles you drive every day on the roads of Northeast Tennessee. Our certified ASE technicians staffed every station, and from the very first moment they welcomed guests, the tone was clear: this is a judgment-free zone, no question is too basic, and we are here for you.
Highlights From the Day
- ✦Attendees performed actual tire changes on vehicles in the shop bays, from removing the flat to torquing the lug nuts back into place
- ✦Every woman who wanted to check fluids got hands-on time under a real hood with a technician by her side
- ✦Our team walked the group through a real dashboard warning light demonstration, explaining which lights are urgent and which ones can wait
- ✦Guests received fully stocked goody bags that included automotive essentials and local wellness items
- ✦Snacks and refreshments were provided throughout, making the afternoon feel like a community gathering as much as a learning event
- ✦An open Q&A session allowed every single attendee to ask personal questions about her specific vehicle
- ✦Multiple generations attended together, with mothers bringing daughters and friends bringing friends
- ✦Our technicians demonstrated proper jump-starting technique using both traditional jumper cables and modern jump pack devices
What Attendees Said
I have been driving since 1991 and nobody ever taught me any of this. I left feeling like a completely different person behind the wheel. I cannot thank this team enough.
Johnson City AttendeeI brought my 18-year-old daughter and we both learned so much. The staff made it fun, not scary. We will absolutely be back next year and bringing more people with us.
Local Mom & DaughterThe goody bags were adorable, the snacks were great, but the real gift was knowing I can handle a flat tire on my own now. This event changed something for me.
Washington County ResidentAs someone who always felt talked down to at auto shops, this was the opposite. These people genuinely wanted us to learn and leave feeling capable. More of this, please.
ETSU StudentThe moment that stood out to nearly every member of our team came during the tire change station. One attendee, who told us she had been driving for over thirty years, had never once changed a tire. She had always relied on roadside assistance, a family member, or a passing stranger. When she lifted that first lug nut off and set it in the palm of her hand, she looked up with an expression that said everything. She did not need anyone anymore. She had it.
That moment is not unique to her. We watched version after version of it happen throughout the afternoon. Women who walked in nervous and uncertain walked out carrying a fundamentally different relationship with their vehicle. Not because cars are magical or complicated once you understand them, but because nobody had ever taken the time to show them before.
We also heard from several attendees who shared how much they appreciated being in a space that did not feel condescending. Auto repair can be an intimidating industry for anyone who did not grow up around it. Our team works hard every day to be different, and seeing that effort validated by the women who attended the clinic was genuinely moving for all of us.
Skills Covered at the 2026 Event
| Skill Covered | Format | Takeaway |
|---|---|---|
| Tire change | Hands-on practice | Full process, start to finish |
| Fluid inspection | Hands-on under the hood | Know your levels & intervals |
| Battery jump-start | Live demo + practice | Both cables and jump packs |
| Dashboard lights | Real vehicle demo | Know what's urgent vs. routine |
| Breakdown protocol | Group discussion>Step-by-step safety plan | |
| Talking to a mechanic | Workshop | Language, questions, confidence |
| Preventive maintenance | Printed guide + Q&A | Simple schedule to follow |
| Emergency kit setup | Show and tell | Complete item checklist |
By the Numbers
Our 2026 clinic proved something we already believed: when you give women the right environment, the right instruction, and the right tools, they do not just learn. They thrive.
Why We Will Do It Again
Hosting this clinic was one of the most rewarding things we have done as a business. Watching women from our community leave with skills, confidence, and smiles on their faces reminded every member of our team why we got into this work. American & Import Auto Repair is not just a shop. It is a part of this community, and events like this are our way of giving back in a way that creates lasting value.
We will see you in 2027. Bring a friend.