About Us
Hub Tune Up has been servicing Colchester County and beyond since 1975 and has built a reputation for great quality, integrity and care. Our seasoned technicians have the experience and knowledge to diagnose and repair all makes and models. We want to make sure your vehicles is taken care of properly so you can get to where you want to go safely.
What was once a diagnostic service shop, has now expanded to also include electrical, brakes, suspension, OEM maintenance and any other service or repair from bumper to bumper of your car or light truck. Here at Hub, we want to get to the problems before they become bigger problems, but we understand that people work with budgets and we want to help you find the best solution for you, your wallet and your car.
Our comfortable waiting room will have you not wanting to leave. We have hot and cold drinks, as well as, some quick snacks to help you settle in. We have a cable TV located in our waiting room so you can relax and watch your favorite show or catch up on the news. Just want some peace and quiet? Use one of our comfy chairs and bring a book! Or catch up on some work on your laptop at our business center – complete with a charging station. We want you to have the comforts of home while we take care of your vehicle needs. We understand your time is valuable and if waiting around is not for you, we offer the ability to drop off your vehicle and come back for it at the end of the day.
Meet Our Staff
James & Cheryl McLeod
James & Cheryl McLeod
James & Cheryl McLeod
James and Cheryl started back in 2012 as owners when they purchased Hub Tune Up from Martin Vissers. Then in 2019, they purchased this Willow Street location, from long time owner Steve Ellis and merged the two together. James has a well-balanced knowledge of both domestic and imported vehicles. He has a great ability to explain what is h
James and Cheryl started back in 2012 as owners when they purchased Hub Tune Up from Martin Vissers. Then in 2019, they purchased this Willow Street location, from long time owner Steve Ellis and merged the two together. James has a well-balanced knowledge of both domestic and imported vehicles. He has a great ability to explain what is happening to your vehicle in your terms, as well as, coming up with the solutions needed to get it repaired and get you back on the road safely. Cheryl takes care of the office administrative duties & community support. We tell James he is in charge but we all know the truth. Together they make a pretty good team!
Doug McLeod
James & Cheryl McLeod
James & Cheryl McLeod
Doug has been with us from the start and is our unofficial welcoming greeter. He meets you as soon as you walk in and helps you to diagnose those sounds you are hearing so we can set up a proper appointment. He orders the parts that are needed and sometimes he just catches up with whoever is in the waiting room. He is taking the winter mo
Doug has been with us from the start and is our unofficial welcoming greeter. He meets you as soon as you walk in and helps you to diagnose those sounds you are hearing so we can set up a proper appointment. He orders the parts that are needed and sometimes he just catches up with whoever is in the waiting room. He is taking the winter months off, but you will be sure to see him again in the Spring.
Mike Tothill
James & Cheryl McLeod
Mike Tothill
Mike excels in diagnostic analysis and problem-solving skills, especially when it comes to imported vehicles. He keeps his knowledge current with various industry courses and certifications. His patience and expertise help us to better assess your vehicle to figure out what exactly is going on with it and how best to fix it.
Charles Hyslop
Richard "Bubba" McFarlane
Charles Hyslop
Charles is a Red Seal Mechanic Technician, with a Gold Honda Certification. He has his MVI license and has completed many industry trade certificates to keep up on the latest technology and trends. His years of experience on imports specifically has helped him gain knowledge on common problems and solutions to better service your vehicle.
Mark Miller
Richard "Bubba" McFarlane
Charles Hyslop
Mark is a licensed technician certified in air conditioning, MVIs, and other various industry trade certifications to keep up on the latest technology and trends. He specializes in domestic vehicles, welding, exhaust work and engine replacements helping your vehicle to perform better. His attention to detail allows him to focus in on what needs to be done and do it properly.
Richard "Bubba" McFarlane
Richard "Bubba" McFarlane
Richard "Bubba" McFarlane
Bubba is a Red Seal Automotive Service Technician, who is also a certified Ford Master Tech. He has over 23 years of mechanical experience and knowledge. He has been EV (electric vehicle) certified and has great knowledge and experience in medium duty truck and medium duty diesels. His can-do attitude, problem solving skills and willing
Bubba is a Red Seal Automotive Service Technician, who is also a certified Ford Master Tech. He has over 23 years of mechanical experience and knowledge. He has been EV (electric vehicle) certified and has great knowledge and experience in medium duty truck and medium duty diesels. His can-do attitude, problem solving skills and willingness to take on any job, alongside his vast knowledge, make him our Ford & truck expert.
Brandon Mancini
Brandon Mancini
Brandon Mancini
Brandon is a Red Seal Automotive Service Technician, with a Platinum Honda Certification. He has his MVI license and is continuously upgrading his certificates and skills, keeping him up to date on all the latest trend and technology. He has over 20 years’ experience working on vehicles, beginning at a young age where he grew up on a ju
Brandon is a Red Seal Automotive Service Technician, with a Platinum Honda Certification. He has his MVI license and is continuously upgrading his certificates and skills, keeping him up to date on all the latest trend and technology. He has over 20 years’ experience working on vehicles, beginning at a young age where he grew up on a junk yard. Although Hondas are his specialty, Brandon doesn’t shy away from a challenge and has proved himself knowledgeable on all makes and models.
Lisa Fletcher
Brandon Mancini
Brandon Mancini
Lisa is a Licensed Service Technician, with her MVI license. She has over five years’ experience in the trade and is continuing her education regularly. She specializes in automotive interior and has a drive to learn. With many years working in and around Fords, she has learned many common hitches and ways to fix them efficiently. Lisa do
Lisa is a Licensed Service Technician, with her MVI license. She has over five years’ experience in the trade and is continuing her education regularly. She specializes in automotive interior and has a drive to learn. With many years working in and around Fords, she has learned many common hitches and ways to fix them efficiently. Lisa doesn’t mind rolling up her sleeves and getting to the root of your vehicle’s issues.
Colton Stokdijk
Brandon Mancini
Colton Stokdijk
Colton joins us after having finished the Automotive Service & Repair program in Pictou. He is part of the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Program and is working his way through the program. His determination and attention to detail helps him to get to the root causes and help solve your vehicles problems.
Billy Blackburn
Billy Blackburn
Billy Blackburn
Billy is currently enrolled in the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Program after over 20 years of being around and working on vehicles. No task is too big or too small for Billy, and he has a willingness to learn it all. He is committed to finding out what is wrong and coming up with solutions to make it right. If he had to pick, Hondas are hi
Billy is currently enrolled in the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Program after over 20 years of being around and working on vehicles. No task is too big or too small for Billy, and he has a willingness to learn it all. He is committed to finding out what is wrong and coming up with solutions to make it right. If he had to pick, Hondas are his passion, but working on his RCs on the weekend might be a close second.
Geoff Bevan
Billy Blackburn
Billy Blackburn
Axle
Billy Blackburn
Axle
Axle is tasked with overseeing the protection and safety of the business, which he usually does from the safety of his big comfy chair. He is quick to alert all that someone has entered the building. Although his bark sounds tough, he is a softy at heart. He can easily be coerced with a yummy treat. He is known well in the shop for his ag
Axle is tasked with overseeing the protection and safety of the business, which he usually does from the safety of his big comfy chair. He is quick to alert all that someone has entered the building. Although his bark sounds tough, he is a softy at heart. He can easily be coerced with a yummy treat. He is known well in the shop for his aggressive bum wiggle, and need to greet all in the shop in hopes of a loving pat or scratch. He welcomes other dogs into his space, leaving treats at the counter for them and water available in the community bowl.