Meet the Team at Affordable Automotive Repair

The Proud Owner of Affordable Automotive Repair

From watching to building—Bradford's been obsessed with cars since childhood. Growing up, he watched his father work with admiration and curiosity, soaking up the knowledge and passion that only comes from witnessing true craftmanship. That early inspiration stuck with him hard. By 13, he was working professionally in the automotive world. That spark? It never went out. Instead, it grew into something bigger: a mission to impact people, not just fix vehicles. He didn't just open a shop—he sparked a movement.

Affordable Automotive isn't just a repair facility—it's built on three pillars: trust, transparency, and integrity. Bradford created a place where customers feel like family and walk out respected, heard, and taken care of. The best part? Watching his team crush their goals and come alive every single day. That's what gets him fired up.

His proudest wins? Watching his team grow, exceed expectations, and chase their dreams. He walks the talk harder than anyone on the floor—because he believes great leadership means showing up, communicating fearlessly, and putting in the work alongside your people.

Outside the shop Bradford's living it up—literally. When he's not running the business, he's traveling the globe, roller skating, hitting the gym, or plotting his next adventure. At home, he's surrounded by his incredible wife Julie, their three amazing daughters—Aubree, Skylar, and Taylor—plus a crew of pets that includes goldendoodles (Jax and Teddy), Charlie (the "mini horse" Lab/Great Dane mix), Ryleigh the chihuahua, and Leo the cat.

Oh, and he's a licensed pilot. Yep—he literally takes to the skies.

The vision? Explode Affordable Automotive into multiple locations while keeping that same family-first, customer-obsessed culture alive. Bradford's just getting started.

Manager, Advisor & Customer Service Pro

With 25 Years in the automotive and customer service world, Deanna is the friendly face and powerhouse behind our front-of-house staff. She loves working with customers, helping them understand their vehicles, and making sure every person who walks through our doors leaves feeling confident and safe. Fun Fact: She never planned to learn about cars. Over the years, her curiosity about cars turned into expertise- all because she asked the right questions at the right time.

Outside the shop, Deanna is all about family time, the outdoors, fishing, kayaking, reading, and soaking up sunshine at the beach. She has been married to her amazing husband, Randy, for 25 years, and they have two wonderful kids: Logan, serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, and Julie, attending Randolph-Macon College. Her furry family includes three dogs- Coal, Dixie, and Scarlet and one very important cat, Mr. Boogs.

Deanna brings warmth, knowledge, a great smile, and unmatched customer care to our team- and we're so lucky to have her.

Our Service Advisor and Customer Experience Expert!

Nathan has been around the automotive industry since he was 15 years old. He started out in parts, became a Service Advisor at 21, and eventually worked his way into shop management. Now he’s bringing all of that experience back to the customer side as part of our team.

Nathan truly enjoys helping people. He likes solving problems, answering questions, and making customers feel more comfortable when they’re dealing with an unexpected repair. His goal is simple: take a stressful situation and make someone’s day a little easier.

He’s great at building relationships, earning trust, explaining vehicle repairs in plain language, and creating a welcoming experience for every customer.

When he’s not at the shop, Nathan enjoys studying history, learning about local communities, and keeping up with the weather. He also shares his home with Nimbus, a very lovable 23-pound Maine Coon who is apparently less of a cat and more of a small roommate!

Nathan loves to travel and has visited 10 countries so far. We’re excited to see where his next adventure takes him—and we’re even more excited to have him here at the shop!

Our Customer Service Representative and Marketing Specialist!

If you’ve visited AAR, chances are you’ve met Diane.

She brings more than 10 years of experience in customer service and sales, along with three years in the automotive industry. At AAR, Diane wears many hats as our Customer Service Representative and Marketing Specialist.

From checking customers in and out to managing punch card and referral programs, Diane helps keep the front office running smoothly. She also creates our social media posts, plans community events, builds community partnerships, and puts together monthly car care gifts.

What Diane enjoys most about her role is the creativity. She loves taking an idea and turning it into something meaningful, whether that means creating a customer experience, planning an event, or supporting an important community cause. Building relationships with customers and community partners is one of her favorite parts of the job.

Diane’s strengths include customer communication, marketing, event planning, and juggling multiple projects at once. Her superpower is coming up with new ideas and finding ways to bring people together to support them.

She also enjoys helping customers understand their vehicles and the information provided through digital vehicle reports. Diane loves knowing that AAR is helping people stay safe and keep their vehicles on the road for years to come. She is passionate about educating customers and helping them make informed plans for their vehicle’s maintenance and repairs.

Community outreach is another important part of Diane’s work. From blood drives and suicide awareness initiatives to food drives and educational classes, she loves finding ways to support the community and make a difference.

Outside of work, Diane enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, listening to music, and going on adventures with her husband, Jake, their son, Wyatt, and their two rescue hound mixes, Loki and Valkyrie. Music is also a big part of her life—she listens to just about everything and is always ready with a great song or playlist recommendation.

Diane and Jake have been together for 16 years and married for nine. She is always excited to learn something new, try something different, and see what comes next.

We’re so grateful for the creativity, positivity, and heart Diane brings to AAR and our community every day!

The Heavy Hitter Behind the Repairs!

With 11 years in the automotive industry, Jose has earned his place as our Shop Foreman and diagnostic king. Starting as a General Service Technician, he has worked his way up through the shop by building his knowledge, sharpening his skills, and always taking on the toughest challenges.

Jose enjoys working on General Motors vehicles. Whether it’s a routine repair or one of the biggest, most complicated jobs in the shop, Jose is ready to tackle it. If it’s broken, he’ll figure it out! 

For Jose, being a technician is all about learning, problem-solving, and working through automotive puzzles. He enjoys the challenge of diagnosing a vehicle and finding the right solution.

Away from the shop, Jose enjoys spending time with his wife and their two children, playing video games, and keeping up with their four cats.

Jose is more than an exceptional technician. He is a dedicated leader, a patient educator, and a constant source of support for the team. His positive attitude, sense of humor, and friendly smile make a lasting impact every day.

Jose is a true asset to our shop, and we are proud to have him on our team!

Engine Whisperer & Proud Girl Dad

Jon brings 6-7 years of experience in the automotive field, with a strong focus on Asian vehicles. His expertise lies in engine teardowns and rebuilds, where his attention to detail truly shines. What keeps him hooked? The unbeatable sense of achievement when he diagnoses and repairs a tough issue. When he is off the clock, Jon is still all about cars -- working on his own projects, hitting car shows, and spending quality time with his girlfriend of 8 years and his daughters. He brings skill, heart, and a whole lot of dedication to our team.

Our High‑Energy, High‑Skill Aerodynamics & Suspension Specialist, and one of the most passionate teachers you’ll ever meet.

David brings 13 years of automotive experience with a rare blend of auto body craftsmanship and mechanical expertise. He shows up every day fired up to solve problems that challenge both the body and the mind, and his enthusiasm is absolutely contagious.

Fueled by a love for motorsports — rally, endurance racing, and anything that pushes engineering to the limit — David has spent years mastering aerodynamic behavior, suspension dynamics, and vehicle handling. His passion didn’t stop at studying it… he went racing himself.

But David isn’t just about cars. He’s a creative soul who loves art, music, hiking, gaming, and even entomology. That mix of curiosity and energy makes him an incredible mentor for kids and adults alike.

We’re pumped to have him on our team — and you’ll see exactly why the moment you meet him.

Our Apprentice With Heart, Humor & Horsepower

If you’ve been in the shop lately, you’ve probably seen Bryce jumping in wherever he’s needed — from diagnostics to hands‑on repairs without hesitation. He’s the kind of apprentice every shop hopes for: hardworking, quick to learn, and always ready with a joke that keeps the team laughing.

With about a year and a half in the automotive world, Bryce is already showing real passion for the trade. If it’s Mazda or anything Asian‑import, he’s on it instantly. He’s curious, asks smart questions, and never shies away from getting his hands dirty. Whether he’s tearing down a suspension or assisting on a big job, he shows up with the same energy every day — heart, humor, and horsepower.

When he’s not wrenching at the shop, Bryce is… still wrenching. He’s either working on his own builds or hanging out at car meets. And if you spot a massive coonhound named Max, that’s his sidekick — a total beast in the best way.

We’re proud to have Bryce growing with us and excited to see the technician he becomes. Keep an eye out — you’ll be seeing a lot more of him around the shop.