About Us

About Us

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    1985 when Dave and Corinne Howell took over from Les Hogg. At this time, the property was a Texaco station!

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    Car sales started in 2001

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    Circa 1987, in business for 2 years at this time. Check out the fuel price, 37 cents!

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    1985, the business was newly opened!

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    Minden Auto Care 2021!

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    Now owned by Dennis and Lorri.

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Our Story

Dennis and Lori Pennie are proud to continue a tradition of family owned and operated business here in Minden. Proven excellence of ownership and service grew into a large satisfied customer base.


Clients describe their service as knowledgeable, professional, reliable, honest, and trustworthy.


Dennis supports the apprenticeship program, assisting younger technicians. Training all repairs, specializing in skilled diagnostics, custom exhaust, and European repairs including VW, and Audi.


Minden Auto Care is a full-service station for all makes and models. We stand apart from other auto repair shops with top-of-the-line diagnostic equipment and skilled procedures.


Lori takes pride in friendly customer service and strong efficient business management skills. The Pennies team up with young, dynamic, skilled technicians who are ambitious and passionate about their work.


Armed with a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence, the team strives for efficiency and cost-effective value.

Why Minden Auto Care?

As a mechanic in Minden, our shop modernizes auto repair with equipment that accurately diagnoses the problem. We eliminate the guesswork to get it right, first time, every time.


Open communication with all clients means we listen to your concerns and explain the repair process in detail.


Minden Auto Care is in a great location, easy to find, with town amenities in walking distance. In fact, the boardwalk is so close. Bring your furry friend, so you can go for a walk while you wait.


We love cars! Old cars, new cars, yellow cars and blue cars. We treat them all as if they are our own!

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Meet The Team

Dennis Pennie, Owner and Technician

Dennis became a Licenced Automotive Technician 30 years ago and proudly entered ownership 18 years ago in Simcoe County.


With his relocation to Minden he will continue his success of ownership at Minden Auto Care.


Dennis enjoys training young apprentices. He offers specialized skill in diagnostics, custom exhaust and European cars, (VW and Audi)


Dennis is a proud Father, and Grandfather with strong family values and commitment to his community.

Lori Pennie Owner, Buisness Manager

Lori has 17 years of excellent customer service in the auto industry and is a proud honours graduate of the Small business Management Program at Seneca College.


Lori and Dennis team up and make a dynamic duo in the proud ownership of Minden Auto Care.


Lori is a proud Mother and Grandmother with strong family values she invests in her community.

Adam Judd, Team Member and Technician

Adam is a Licenced Automotive Technician with 15 years experience in the automotive industry He is a proud Professional Kia technician, AC and ODP specialist. Skiiled diagnostic technician with strong skills in wiring and suspension work.


Adam is a proud Father, who also shares strong family values and is committed to his work in Minden with Dennis and Lori at Minden Auto Care.

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