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The story of Apex Autoworks & Tyres began at Trivett Classic in 2003. Daniel Smith (Owner) began his apprenticeship with the Honda Department. By 2005 Daniel was named Honda Australia Apprentice of the Year and Trivett’s Apprentice of the Year. He was then named in the Honda Australia’s top 10 technicians twice. Honda Australia rewarded Daniel with two trips to Thailand to tour their manufacturing plant of new cars and parts.
In 2008 Daniel set out for the next challenge, opening Apex Autoworks & Tyres. He would quickly realise the importance of customer satisfaction as the global financial crisis hit. Relying on his honesty and strong work ethic he quickly established his business and built up a strong customer base. It was however a much bigger challenge than first anticipated. With no experience running a business and limited experience on brands other than Honda the first first few years were extremely challenging. Daniel’s will to succeed pushed him to work to long days and often Sundays.
5 years into the business when everything seemed to running smoothly the workshop was broken into and everything that Daniel had worked for was taken away in the blink of an eye. Despite wanting to walk away Daniel once again pushed himself to take the business to another level. Not longer after Apex Autoworks welcomed Jake Hopkins who had stared his apprenticeship with Trivett on the same day as Daniel.
Jake had worked with Audi for 10 years. He brought an equally as impressive resume being named in Audi Australia’s top 10 technicians. Jake added a new dimension to the business with years of Audi, Volkswagen and Skoda experience and an overall understanding of current European vehicles.
With Jake now on board the workshop reached its limit. With only 2 hoists it was time for a much needed overhaul. The workshop was pulled to pieces and redone. Now with 5 hoists including a wheel aligner the business could continue to grow and serve the expanding customer base. Apex Autoworks then employed Max as an apprentice (now qualified) and would continue to grow over the next few years to the point there are 6 full time staff. The next move is to open a 2nd site in Valley Heights, in the building previously used by Bill Luhrs Auto Electrical.
Apex Autoworks first opened in 2008. The owner Daniel Smith, started with Trivett Classic in 2003. During his time there he was named Honda Australia Apprentice of the Year and was twice named as one of the top 10 Technicians Australia wide. When the opportunity to start his own business and Daniel never looked back. He has always been focused on customer satisfaction, honesty and quality work. Daniel has extensive experience on a large range of vehicles.
Phil is usually the first point of contact at Apex Autoworks. His role is to manage the day to day running of the shop. Phil started with Apex Autoworks in 2018. His career started at supercheap auto, followed by Repco and Burson’s. He gained years of experience in spare parts and customer service as he worked his way up to manager of the Penrith Burson’s store. Phil’s focus is to provide a more personal approach to vehicle servicing and to implement the values of honesty and trust that have built the business to where it is today.
Jake, alongside Daniel started his career with Trivett Classic in 2003. Jake worked at Audi for 10 years where he was named in the Audi Australia top 10 technicians. Sharing the same components and systems Jake has gained unmatched experience in Audi, VW, Skoda and even Lamborghini. Jakes knowledge doesn’t end there. With a lifetime of research and love for cars, Jake is a walking encyclopedia. Having started with Apex Autoworks in 2012 Jake has gained extensive experience on all makes and models.
Luke started his apprenticeship with Apex Autoworks in 2021. He has gained experience on a large range of vehicles not only through the shop but his commitment to motorsport in his spare time.
Noah started with Apex Autoworks in 2022. He had worked with MyCar and another local workshop prior and is currently studying to become not only a qualified mechanic but an auto electrician. He has aspirations of becoming a mechanical engineer.
The newest member of our team Alex completed his apprenticeship in a Subaru/ Kia dealership. He then went on to work 6 years in a Ford dealership before moving to the Gold Coast and working in 2 private workshop where he has gained extensive knowledge of a large range of vehicles.