Credentials by the numbers
Named credentials on staff
ASE certification, manufacturer training certifications, and facility accreditations.
Serving Mays Landing
Same family, same shop. AAA-audited for customer service every year.
Manufacturer brands trained
VW, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Land Rover, Porsche, Jaguar, Mini.
Approved Auto Repair
Annual AAA audit of quality, training, equipment, parts, and pricing transparency.
ASE certification
ASE-certified, tested and recertified every five years
ASE certification requires a written test and two years of hands-on experience, with recertification every five years.
ASE-Certified Technicians
Tested and recertified every five years
ASE certification requires a written test and two years of hands-on experience, with recertification every five years. It is the industry-standard credential for verifying a technician’s automotive repair knowledge.
Manufacturer + continuing education
Training certifications from the people who build the tools
Beyond ASE, our technicians hold training certifications issued by manufacturers, accredited ASE training providers, and the ATMC.
ABS, TCS & ESC Evolution in Brake Systems Controls
Federal-Mogul (ASE Accredited Training Provider)Brake system electronics and control strategies, including anti-lock brakes, traction control, and electronic stability control diagnostics.
Hunter Wheel Alignment Certification
Hunter EngineeringComprehensive course for performing accurate wheel alignment on the Hunter alignment platform.
Diagnosing Volkswagen & Audi Drivability
Standard Motor ProductsManufacturer-grade training on VW and Audi drivability faults, including ignition, fuel, emissions, and sensor diagnostics.
Ignition System Theory & Testing
Automotive Training Managers Council (ATMC)Ignition system theory and testing across coil-on-plug, distributor, and modern platforms.
Engine Performance Anthology Update
Automotive Training Managers Council (ATMC)Continuing education on engine performance diagnostics and current-generation drivability concerns.
Enhanced DVOM Diagnostic Strategies
Automotive Training Managers Council (ATMC)Digital volt-ohm meter strategies for diagnosing electrical and electronic faults.
Oxygen Sensor Operation and Testing
Continuing educationOxygen sensor function, fault patterns, and testing methodology across exhaust system configurations.
National Child Passenger Safety (CPS)
Safe Kids WorldwideNationally certified to inspect, install, and educate parents on the correct use of child safety seats. Part of a network of over 43,000 CPS technicians.
Facility accreditation
Independently audited and state-licensed
AAA Approved Auto Repair Facility
AAA conducts annual audits of repair quality, customer-service history, training records, equipment, parts, and pricing transparency. Approved status is reviewed every year.
New Jersey State Inspection Station
Licensed Private Inspection Center authorized by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission to perform the official state emissions inspection (NJ has been emissions-only since 2010).
Manufacturer-trained
Eight foreign brands, factory-level tooling
Same diagnostic tools the dealer uses. Same OEM parts. Closer than the dealer drive, often half the labor rate.
Volkswagen
Factory diagnostic + OEM parts
BMW
BMW protocol scan tool, ISTA-compatible workflow
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes diagnostic services and OEM parts
Audi
Audi diagnostic services, OEM-spec parts
Land Rover
EAS air suspension, JLR SDD-compatible
Porsche
Porsche-specific scan + service
Jaguar
XF, XJ, F-Pace, F-Type and more
Mini
R56, R60, F56 chassis expertise
Equipment
The tools behind the certifications
A certification on the wall only matters if the shop has the equipment to use it. Here is what is in the bays.
- Opus multi-brand diagnostic scan tool
- JLR SDD-compatible workflows for Land Rover and Jaguar
- BMW protocol scan tool with ISTA-compatible workflow
- Hunter wheel alignment system
- Snap-on diagnostic platforms
- OEM-spec refrigerant recovery for R-134a and R-1234yf
- TPMS programming for all major sensor brands
- Coolant exchange + brake fluid flush machines
- NJ state inspection terminals and equipment
What it means for you
Why these credentials matter
Diagnoses are faster
Manufacturer scan tools see codes the generic OBD2 readers miss. We catch the real problem the first visit, not the third.
AAA-audited every year
AAA inspects the shop annually. If anything slips on quality, communication, or pricing, we lose the approval. It is renewed each year.
The team keeps learning
ASE recertification is every 5 years. Manufacturer training cycles continually. Your car gets the techniques the dealer uses.
See it in person
How our team keeps up
Continuous training is part of every certification. Here is what a typical week of shop training looks like.
Common questions
About the credentials
What ASE certifications does the Kneble’s team hold?
The team is ASE-certified. We also carry manufacturer-specific training from Hunter Engineering, Standard Motor Products, Federal-Mogul, and the ATMC, plus a National Child Passenger Safety certification.
Is Kneble’s an AAA Approved Auto Repair shop?
Yes. AAA conducts annual audits of repair quality, customer-service complaint history, technician training, equipment, parts, and pricing transparency. Approved status is reviewed every year and can be lost if any of those standards slip.
Is Kneble’s a licensed New Jersey state inspection station?
Yes. We are a licensed Private Inspection Center (PIC) authorized by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission to perform the official emissions inspection (NJ has been emissions-only since 2010). If your vehicle passes, we can issue the sticker on the spot.
What kind of manufacturer-specific training do you have?
Beyond ASE certification, our techs hold training certifications from Hunter Engineering (wheel alignment), Standard Motor Products (Volkswagen and Audi drivability), Federal-Mogul (advanced brake system electronics: ABS, TCS, ESC), and ATMC (ignition systems, engine performance, DVOM diagnostic strategies).
Why does Child Passenger Safety certification matter at a repair shop?
A National Child Passenger Safety certification means a technician is nationally credentialed to inspect, install, and educate parents on the correct use of child safety seats. It is unusual for a repair shop and reflects our community focus on families in Mays Landing.
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See how we put these credentials to work
Certifications are the inputs. The customer experience is what they buy. See how the routine on every visit reflects the training behind it.
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