About Us

A Legacy of Excellence: 110 Years of Combined Experience

At MP Automotive, our technical capability is matched only by a lifelong friendship and a deep-rooted heritage in the motor trade. Our three Directors bring a combined 110 years of industry experience to the workshop, ensuring your vehicle is overseen by some of the most qualified experts in the UK.

Innovation & Investment: New for 2025–2026

To stay at the forefront of the rapidly evolving automotive landscape, we have completed a comprehensive technology rollout throughout 2025 and 2026. This investment – representing over £60,000 in specialized hardware – ensures our Teignmouth facility is equipped with the exact same – and often superior – tooling found in manufacturer main dealerships.

• Absolute Alignment Bluetooth Pro Evo: A flagship 3D wheel alignment system providing live geometry data to within 0.1mm.
• 3-Phase 22kW EV Charging Station: Rapid charging (up to 90 miles of range per hour) for our Electric Vehicle clients.
• Bosch KTS 590 & Tesla Diagnosis Adapter Set: Dealer-level access for Tesla Model S, 3, X, and Y systems.
• Autel MaxiSys Ultra: Intelligence-based diagnostics featuring Topology Mapping for complex electrical troubleshooting.
• Launch ATF601S: Sophisticated automatic transmission service performing a 99.9% fluid exchange.
• LiquiMoly Jetclean Tronic II: Restores engine performance by removing carbon deposits from injectors and intake valves.
• Boston EM10 Gas Analyser & Diesel Smoke Meter: 2026-spec emissions laboratory for ultra-accurate MOT testing.
• Snap-on CJ2000SB Master Puller Set: Industrial-grade mechanical tooling for damage-free removal of press-fit components.
• Hoffman Tyre & Balancing Suite: Premium “no-touch” tyre mounting for total alloy wheel protection.
• GYS Flash 121.12 & Powerduction 37LG: High-spec battery support and precision induction heating.
• Yuasa YBX Battery Range: The UK’s most reliable battery technology for Start-Stop and Hybrid vehicles.

Our Leadership Team

Mike Pinter (Director – CAE AMIMI): A Certified Automotive Engineer (IMI), Mike brings over 40 years of dedicated experience to the industry. His decades of hands-on engineering expertise ensure every repair meets the most rigorous standards.

Jordan (Director – AAE MIMI): An Advanced Automotive Engineer and Member of the IMI. Holding MIMI status with AAE recognition puts Jordan in the top 1% of automotive professionals nationwide.

Russell Squires (Director – AMIMI): Our Director of Customer Experience and an Associate Member of the IMI. With over 40 years in the trade and a background as a Regional Operations Manager for national companies, Russell ensures a premium, professional service with a personal touch.

More Than Just a Business: A Lifelong Passion

MP Automotive is a proud Father and Son team. Jordan and Mike have built this business on family values, and they hope to see the next generation – Leo, Isabella, Isaac, and Teddy – join the family legacy within the next decade.

The bond extends further: Mike and Russell have been lifelong friends since their primary school days. This foundation of trust is what our customers experience every time they walk through our doors.

All three directors are true motorsport enthusiasts with a particular love for BTCC and Formula 1, frequently attending events at iconic circuits like Silverstone, Thruxton, and Brands Hatch. Our team lives and breathes the sport—this summer, a group of 15 friends, along with Mike and Russell, will be attending a European F1 Grand Prix to celebrate Jordan’s stag festivities.

Industry Accreditations & Memberships

We are proud to be recognized by the leading bodies in the UK automotive sector:

• Servicesure Autocentre Member (Includes National Warranty)
• Trust My Garage Member (RMI)
• Independent Garage Association (IGA) Member
• Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Member
• IMI Professional Register Listed

To find out more about the services we offer at MP Automotive, please call on 01626 773399 or send an email.