Northern Automotive’s comprehensive engineering services combine more than a decade of experience with modern equipment.

Our qualified team possesses the skill and know-how to deliver precision solutions for vehicle, agricultural, home and industrial applications in Katikati and beyond.

This ranges from truck and trailer modifications, through to farm equipment repairs, structural and architectural steelwork and even lawn mower repairs.

We have a wide range of equipment in our workshop, from flywheel grinders and drum brake lathes to punch machines and bandsaws, allowing us to tackle just about any job, whether on your vehicle, or in your home – even custom-made fences, handrails and staircases.

Between our expert engineers and certified welders, we proudly provide specialised services that many other Bay of Plenty workshops cannot offer.


Truck and trailer modifications

Truck and trailer modifications

With LT400 certification from NZ Transport Agency and AS/NZS 1554.1:2014 qualified welders, we can offer a one stop repair shop with the ability to certify heavy-vehicle modifications ourselves.

This allows our in-house engineering team to design and implement custom truck and trailer modifications under their own authority.

Whether you need a unique truck deck, a tipper conversion for moving materials or trailer modifications for agricultural use, our qualified engineers ensure all work meets New Zealand transport regulations and safety standards.

Welding services

Engineering

Our team of certified welders provides professional welding solutions for automotive, agricultural, home and industrial applications. Skilled in MIG, TIG and stick-welding techniques, they are capable of handling everything from precision vehicle repairs to heavy-duty structural fabrication.

From exhaust-system repairs and chassis modifications to custom brackets, agricultural equipment restoration, and structural steel, Northern Automotive’s welding expertise means you can trust our work to stand the test of time, while complying with industry standards.

Agricultural engineering services

Agricultural engineering services

We offer specialised agricultural engineering services to keep your orchard and farm machinery running efficiently for longer. We can cater for all your needs, from tractor repairs to add-on modifications and from hydraulic system overhauls to custom farming solutions.

We offer a mobile service if required, so some servicing and basic repairs can be done in the field. After decades of maintaining agricultural equipment, we know how to prolong its life to minimise any downtime during peak farming periods.

Structural steelwork

Engineering

We have the capability to fabricate and do structural steel work on your truck or trailer bodies and frames at our Katikati workshop.

We don’t just do vehicles and machinery either. At Northern Automotive, our well-equipped engineering workshop can manufacture anything from structural steelwork for small buildings through to architectural steelwork for custom made steel gates, fences, handrails and staircases.

ACME thread spindles and nuts

ACME thread spindles and nuts

We manufacture and service ACME thread spindles and nuts for a wide range of applications, including car hoists, scaffolding jacks, machine tools, CNC machines, lathes and milling machines, testing machines and specialised applications.

Our precision-machining capabilities ensure these critical components meet exact specifications for safe, efficient and long-lasting operation.

Give us a call or come see us today to discuss your engineering needs.

In the past two weeks I have had to have work done on three vehicles. I was recommended to Chris and the guys and they did not disappoint. Chris’ communications skill are great for his business, he contacted me throughout the work being done giving me options and estimates. keeping me up with what was happening, and i was very impressed with the quality of work completed. I can now say i have a new mechanic. I would highly recommend Northern Automotive Truck and Tractor to anyone looking for a great job done.

Roger Craig
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