Sidney, BC — September 22nd, 2026 — Peninsula Transmission + Automotive, the Sidney-based full-service automotive repair shop, has announced two milestones reflecting its continued growth and community focus: the hiring of Brandon Long as the shop's second front-end service advisor, and its ongoing involvement in the Sidney Repair Café — a monthly community event bringing free repair help to Peninsula residents.

Since opening earlier this year, Peninsula Transmission + Automotive has seen steady demand from drivers across Sidney, North Saanich, and the wider Saanich Peninsula. To support that growth and continue delivering the personalized service the shop is known for, Brandon Long has joined the team as a second service advisor — helping manage customer intake, service coordination, and the day-to-day communication that keeps repair jobs running smoothly.

"Bringing Brandon onto the front end was a big step for us," said Peter Wille Jr., owner of Peninsula Transmission + Automotive. "The volume has grown faster than we expected, and having two service advisors means every customer gets the time and attention they deserve — from the moment they call, all the way through to picking up their vehicle."

Brandon Long brings strong customer service experience and a passion for the automotive industry to his new role. As a service advisor, he acts as the primary point of contact between customers and the shop's technicians — explaining recommended repairs in plain language, providing transparent quotes, and keeping clients informed throughout the process.

"I'm excited to be part of a shop that's genuinely focused on doing right by its customers," said Brandon Long, Service Advisor at Peninsula Transmission + Automotive. "The Peninsula community deserves a shop they can trust, and that's exactly what this team is building. I'm proud to be part of it."

Alongside the team expansion, Peninsula Transmission + Automotive continues to deepen its involvement in the local community through its participation in the Sidney Repair Café — a free community event where volunteers help residents repair everyday items rather than throwing them away. The Repair Café takes place on the fourth Saturday of every month, from 10 AM to 1 PM, at St. Paul's United Church, 2410 Malaview Avenue in Sidney.

The Repair Café brings together skilled volunteers from across the Peninsula to help community members extend the life of household items, small appliances, tools, and more — reducing landfill waste while building local connection. Peninsula Transmission + Automotive is proud to lend its expertise and support to the initiative as part of its broader commitment to the Saanich Peninsula community.

"Being part of the Repair Café is a natural fit for us," added Peter Wille Jr. "We believe in fixing things properly, extending the life of what people already own, and being useful to the community we're part of. That mindset applies whether we're working on a transmission in the shop or helping someone repair a lamp on a Saturday morning."

Peninsula Transmission + Automotive offers a full range of automotive services from its Sidney location, including transmission repair and rebuilds, general mechanical work, brake service, suspension repair, diagnostics, and routine maintenance for cars, light trucks, and SUVs.
More information about Peninsula Transmission + Automotive is available at peninsulatransmission.com. More information about the Sidney Repair Café can be found through local community listings.