Steve Summers

Owner/President/ASE Certified Technician

Hi I’m Steve Summers, I’m the founder and Co-Owner along with Tom Langford of Automotive Instincts, I opened the Northridge location in 1987. It was a very easy decision for me to choose the auto repair profession because I have loved working on cars my whole life.

When I started Automotive Instincts I wanted to have a shop that was known for fair prices, honesty, integrity and doing the right thing always, I wanted to treat people like I would want to be treated if I was on the other side of the counter, and it’s worked out we are known for award winning customer service.

When I am not working I am a devoted family man, I love spending time with my family, I also like going golfing and riding motorcycles.

• Over 30 Years Experience servicing Honda, Acura, Toyota, Lexus, Nissan and Mazda Vehicles
• ASE Certified Technician

Edwin Rivera

Service Advisor

Hi, I’m Edwin, I’m the service advisor for Automotive Instincts in Northridge, I will walk you through all the details pertaining to your vehicles service or repair, I follow up with our technicians through every step of your service to make sure the service is done in a timely manner.

I’ve been with Automotive Instincts for over 2 years, I love working with so many loyal customers, and working with Steve and Tom (the owners) has been a pleasure, they’ve created a great environment here, all my co-workers have been awesome, and I love my schedule, thanks Steve.

When I am not working I enjoy power walks, yeah I said it, I also love soccer, auto shows and spending time with my family and traveling.

• 2 Years Experience
• ASE Certified Technician

Dwayne Edmonds

ASE Certified Master Technician

Hi I’m Dwayne, I’ve been an ASE Certified Tech here at Automotive Instincts in Northridge for the last 7 Years, I have always loved working on cars, in fact I’ve been taking them apart and putting them back together since 1979, I love taking a car that runs badly and making it run like new, our customer love it too.

When I am not working I enjoy cooking, I love smoking meats, I also love music and going to many concerts,

• Over 35 Years Experience
• ASE Certified Technician

David McElwain

ASE Certified Technician

Hi I’m David, I am proud to say I have been repairing cars since 1956 and have been with Automotive Instincts in Northridge for over 3 Years as an ASE Certified Repair Tech. a couple things I like about working here is how clean and modern the shop is, also how honest and fair the owners are with our customers, I also like that the other technicians I work with are experienced and certified, this makes my job easier.

When I am not working I enjoy gardening, reading magazines,and enjoying a nice glass of wine.

• Over 45 Years Experience
• ASE Certified Technician

Juan Pablo Davila

ASE Certified Technician

Hi I’m Juan, I started in auto repair over 19 Years ago and have been with Automotive Instincts in Northridge as an ASE Certified Repair Tech for 16 years now. I really appreciate my boss, he’s always there for me and my family, and you dont always get that from your employer, so I really do appreciate my job and the relationships I’ve built here over the years

In my free time I love to be with my family and building performance engines for cars.

• Over 19 Years Experience
• ASE Certified Technician

Al Renton

Service Advisor/Manager

Hi I’m Al, I started my career in auto repair back in 1990, I’ve also had the pleasure of working for Automotive instincts for the last 26 years. I know this will sound rehearsed, but it’s not, I really love the atmosphere here, the atmosphere of trust and honesty that Steve has created and maintained her for over 30 years.

When I’m not working, I love to read, listen to music, watch Hockey, Football and Movies. I also like traveling, hiking and discussing current events and politics.

• Over 26 Years Experience
• ASE Certified Technician

Rodolfo Castellanos

ASE Certified Technician

Hi I’m Rodolfo, I have been repairing cars for over 16 years, and have been with Automotive Instincts for the last 15 years as a ASE Certified Technician. I really like and appreciate the good relationships I have made here with my peers and my boss.

In my  free time I love to go running and attending church.

• Over 15 Years Experience
• ASE Certified Technician