Key Facts

  • Book by phone, email, or in person
  • Email booking requests answered within 4 business hours
  • Provide vehicle details and symptom description for faster service
  • We confirm appointment time and estimated service duration
  • Drop-off times available to fit your schedule
  • Loaner vehicles available for multi-day repairs (valid license, min age 21, insurance required)
  • Emergency/urgent requests prioritized
  • Appointment confirmations sent by SMS/email

How to Contact Us

PHONE: Call +358(9)42452716 during business hours (Mon-Fri 8:00-19:00, Sat 9:00-18:00, Sun 10:00-16:00). Speak directly with service advisors who can answer questions and schedule immediately.

EMAIL: Send to info@hudson-auto.lastbot.fi with vehicle details and requested service. We respond within 4 hours during business days (Mon-Fri 8:00-19:00).

IN PERSON: Visit us at 123 Hudson Parkway. Walk-ins welcome for simple inquiries, but appointments are recommended for service.

Information That Helps Us

Providing complete information when booking helps us prepare and serve you faster. Helpful details include:

  • Vehicle make, model, year (e.g., "2018 Toyota Corolla")
  • VIN (vehicle identification number) if available
  • Current mileage
  • Symptom description (when it started, how often it occurs)
  • Dashboard warning lights or error messages
  • Recent repairs or parts replaced
  • Preferred appointment date/time
  • Whether you need loaner vehicle or shuttle
  • If issue is urgent/safety-related

What Happens After Booking

After scheduling, you receive appointment confirmation by SMS/email with date, time, service advisor name, and drop-off instructions. We send a reminder 24 hours before your appointment.

If your appointment is more than a few days away and symptoms change or worsen, contact us immediately. Safety-critical issues may need earlier appointments.

Drop-Off Process

Bring your vehicle at scheduled time. Your service advisor greets you, discusses symptoms in detail, and provides initial timeline estimate. You receive contact information for status updates.

Leave keys with service advisor. We contact you with diagnosis and repair estimate before starting any work. See our repair process for details on what happens next.

Loaner Vehicles and Shuttles

For repairs requiring several hours or days, we offer loaner vehicles (subject to availability) and shuttle service within 15 km radius. Loaner requirements: valid driver's license, minimum age 21, proof of insurance, advance reservation.

Request loaner vehicle when booking if you need one. Subject to availability - early booking recommended for guaranteed loaner access.

Urgent and Emergency Service

For safety-critical issues (brake failure, severe fluid leaks, no-start preventing you from leaving a location), call immediately. We prioritize emergency situations and make room in our schedule.

Describe the urgency when calling. We help you determine if you need towing or if you can drive to us safely. See our troubleshooting guides for safety advice: Guides.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far in advance should I book?
For routine service (oil changes, inspections), book 1-2 weeks ahead. For urgent issues, we often have same-day or next-day availability. Seasonal services (tire changeover in Oct-Nov and Mar-Apr) book up quickly - reserve 3-4 weeks early.
2. Can I book online?
Currently, booking is by phone (+358(9)42452716) or email (info@hudson-auto.lastbot.fi). We prefer direct communication to understand your needs fully and provide accurate time estimates. Online booking system planned for future.
3. What if I need to reschedule?
Contact us as soon as possible. We reschedule appointments easily with adequate notice. See our cancellation policy.
4. How long will service take?
We provide time estimates when scheduling based on service type. Actual time may vary if we discover additional issues requiring diagnosis or approval. We keep you updated throughout service.
5. Do you offer after-hours drop-off?
Yes, for scheduled appointments. Contact us to arrange after-hours drop-off. Use our secure key drop box and complete the after-hours drop-off form (available on our website or at facility entrance).
6. Can I wait while you service my car?
Yes, for services under 90 minutes. We have a comfortable waiting area with WiFi, coffee, and refreshments. Longer services may require loaner vehicle or shuttle service.
7. What if you're fully booked?
We maintain a waiting list for cancellations. Urgent issues are prioritized. Call early in the day for best chance of same-day service availability.
8. Do I need an appointment or can I walk in?
Appointments are strongly recommended. Walk-ins are served as time permits, but may wait significantly or need to return. Appointments ensure we're prepared and have time allocated for your vehicle.
9. How do I know you received my email booking?
We send confirmation reply within 4 hours during business days. If no confirmation after 4-6 hours during business days, call +358(9)42452716 to verify we received your request. Spam filters sometimes block our replies.
10. Can I request a specific technician?
Yes, mention technician preferences when booking. All our technicians are ASE-certified and highly capable. We try to accommodate requests but cannot guarantee specific technician availability due to workload and scheduling.

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