Relay Hill Auto Acquires Motor Tech Auto Repair, Expanding Its Network of Independent Shops in Denver Metro

Relay Hill Auto has completed the acquisition of Motor Tech Auto Repair, a well-established automotive repair shop serving Littleton, Centennial, and south Denver since 1982. The move continues Relay Hill Auto's strategy of preserving respected neighborhood repair shops while bolstering their operations with modern resources and support.

Motor Tech Auto Repair has been a staple for over four decades, serving communities including Centennial, Greenwood Village, Englewood, and Highlands Ranch. Known for honest service and dependable repairs, the shop built its reputation on long-term customer relationships. Owner Charlie, who took over from Brian, expressed pride in passing knowledge to technicians and watching them grow. The shop will remain at its location at 6599 S Broadway in Littleton.

By joining Relay Hill Auto, Motor Tech gains access to expanded training, operational support, and shared best practices across a network of locally managed facilities. The goal is to honor the shop's history while equipping the team to adapt to a changing industry. Relay Hill Auto is recognized as the fastest-growing independent, non-franchise automotive group in Colorado.

Relay Hill Auto CEO Shiju Thomas emphasized the responsibility to protect the trust Motor Tech has built. "We believe in neighborhood automotive repair. We believe local business is part of the integral fabric holding local communities together," Thomas said. The group prioritizes integrity over profits and aims to strengthen what customers value.

Under Relay Hill Auto, the shop will focus on technician development, modern diagnostics, digital vehicle inspections, and transparency. The group is deploying AI to enhance customer communication, workflow transparency, and service quality. Senior Manager Cody Leach noted, "We want to make the old school community garage cool again!"

Relay Hill Auto operates multiple locations across Denver, including Hotchkiss Auto Repair, Arvada Square Auto, Applewood Auto Care, Applewood Auto Service, and Advanced Transmission Center. Each location remains locally managed, united by a mission to build community in the neighborhoods they serve.