Ladies Car Care Clinic in
Johnson City, TN
Real cars. Real knowledge. Real confidence.
Hands-on car care education built just for women. Learn the skills that keep you safe and in control behind the wheel.
Reserve Your Spot at Our 2027 Clinic
Seats fill up fast, and this event is completely free. Fill out the registration form below to add your name to the list, and we'll be in touch the moment the 2027 details are confirmed.
Every day, women get behind the wheel with little more than a driver's license and a hope that nothing goes wrong. A flat tire on a dark highway, a mystery warning light, an overheating engine on the interstate, and suddenly that gap in knowledge becomes a real safety problem. At American & Import Auto Repair, we believe knowledge is one of the most powerful tools a woman can carry.
That's why we created the Ladies Car Care Clinic. This isn't a beginner's lecture or a crash course full of jargon. It's a warm, welcoming, hands-on afternoon in our actual shop on Hopper Road, surrounded by real vehicles, friendly technicians, and a room full of women who all showed up for the same reason: to feel more confident every time they turn the key.
Whether you're a college student with your first car, a busy mom running all over Johnson City, a professional who drives for work, or a grandmother who just wants to stop feeling helpless when the check engine light comes on, this clinic was made for you. We take away the intimidation, bring out the snacks, and make learning about your car genuinely fun.
Why This Clinic Matters
A large share of roadside emergencies could be prevented or safely managed with a little practical know-how. Knowing how to check your tire pressure can prevent a blowout. Knowing how to top off your coolant can keep your engine from seizing on the interstate. Knowing what to do when your car breaks down on a quiet road can turn a scary moment into a small one.
There's a money side too. Women who understand their vehicles are far less likely to be upsold on services they don't need, less likely to put off maintenance that turns into a big repair, and more likely to catch small problems early. The knowledge you gain in one afternoon can save you hundreds, even thousands, over the life of your car.
And then there's confidence. There's something powerful about knowing how your vehicle works. That quiet confidence follows you onto the road. You drive differently when you're not afraid of what's under the hood.
"Our goal is simple: every woman who walks out of that shop should feel like she owns that car, not the other way around."
What You Will Learn
- How to safely change a flat tire, step by step, on a real vehicle in our shop
- How to check and top off every critical fluid: oil, coolant, brake fluid, power steering, and washer fluid
- How to jump-start a dead battery safely with cables and a portable jump pack
- What every dashboard warning light means, and which ones need action right away
- How to read your tire tread depth and check tire pressure the right way
- What to do when your car breaks down: safety steps, who to call, what to have ready
- How to talk with a mechanic so you're never talked in circles
- Simple preventive maintenance schedules and why they save you money
- How to check wiper blades, lights, and belts for obvious wear
- How to build an emergency kit for your vehicle and what it should hold
Event Schedule at a Glance
| 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 and 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
- Free admission with zero obligation to buy anything
- A goody bag full of 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 ASE certified technicians for your personal questions
- A community of local women who share your commitment to independence
- Peace of mind that you can come back to us any time you need support
Who Should Attend
This clinic is open to women of all ages and all experience levels. You don't need to know anything about cars to get a lot out of it. We especially welcome new drivers, college students, single moms, first-time car owners, working professionals, military spouses, senior drivers, and anyone who has ever felt nervous about their car.
Ladies Car Care Clinic Sign Up
American & Import Auto Repair hosts the annual Ladies Car Care Clinic at our Johnson City shop. There are only 30 tickets available. We welcome all ladies and children aged 15 and over. An asterisk (*) marks a required field.
Inside Our 2026 Ladies Car Care Clinic
A look back at the afternoon we shared with the women of Johnson City, TN. Here's what happened, what we taught, and why it mattered so much to everyone in that shop.
On a beautiful day in Johnson City, the bays of American & Import Auto Repair on Hopper Road turned into something that felt less like a garage and more like a celebration. Women of every age and background came through our doors, many admitting they had never set foot in an auto repair shop before. By the time the afternoon was over, those same women were changing tires, checking fluids, and talking about their vehicles with a confidence they didn't arrive with.
We set up stations across our working shop floor so attendees could work directly with real vehicles, not diagrams or videos, but actual cars and trucks like the ones you drive every day. Our ASE certified technicians staffed every station, and from the first moment the tone was clear: this is a judgment-free zone, no question is too basic, and we're here for you.
Highlights From the Day
- Attendees performed real tire changes on vehicles in the bays, from removing the flat to torquing the lug nuts back on
- Every woman who wanted to check fluids got hands-on time under a real hood with a technician beside her
- Our team walked the group through a real dashboard warning light demo, explaining which lights are urgent and which can wait
- Guests received fully stocked goody bags with automotive essentials and local wellness items
- Snacks and refreshments made the afternoon feel like a community gathering as much as a class
- An open Q&A let every attendee ask personal questions about her specific vehicle
- Multiple generations attended together, with mothers bringing daughters and friends bringing friends
- Our technicians showed proper jump-starting with both cables and modern jump packs
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."
Johnson City Attendee"I brought my 18-year-old daughter and we both learned so much. The staff made it fun, not scary. We'll be back next year and bringing more people."
Local Mom & Daughter"The goody bags were adorable and the snacks were great, but the real gift was knowing I can handle a flat tire on my own now."
Washington County Resident"As 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."
ETSU StudentSkills Covered at the 2026 Event
| Skill | Format | Takeaway |
|---|---|---|
| Tire change | Hands-on practice | Full process, start to finish |
| Fluid inspection | Hands-on under the hood | Know your levels and intervals |
| Battery jump-start | Live demo and 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 and Q&A | A simple schedule to follow |
| Emergency kit setup | Show and tell | A complete item checklist |
We'll see you in 2027. Bring a friend.
Reserve your spot for the 2027 clinic
Registration is free and spots go fast. Add your name to the list today.