Meet Our Team of Qualified Mechanics

As a small, local business, we are proud to be involved in our community. Our staff has been working together for years and is eager to offer their experience and expertise to ensure that your needs are met in a timely manner.


Fort Bragg and Mendocino Auto Care

Family-Owned & Operated

Transmission & Automotive Repair Shop


Dave Cimolino, Fort Bragg Transmission

Years of Automotive Experience & Expertise

Fort Bragg Transmission & Auto Repair has been a family-owned and operated business since 1980. Owner and founder, David Cimolino, has built his business with the goal of providing his customers with the highest quality service available. On staff are Les Bishop, Richard Daniels and Moises Flores who are highly qualified automotive mechanics. Les has worked at Fort Bragg Transmission & Auto Repair for over thirty years. Richard Daniels has worked at our auto repair shop for over five years and is also ASE Certified. Originally, the business specialized in transmission repair; however, our clients wanted more. With our years of automotive experience and expertise, we are now pleased to offer general auto repair. Fort Bragg Transmission & Auto Repair is ATRA Certified and strictly adheres to the ATRA bylaws and code of ethics.

Helping the Community


In addition to striving to ensure each and every customer is treated with respect, Fort Bragg Transmission & Auto Repair is diligent in its effort to give back to the community. Each year, the shop contributes to various local charitable efforts including Fort Bragg High School, providing sponsorship to various athletic programs, and contributing to fund-raisers and community programs. David Cimolino is a member of the Fort Bragg Volunteer Fire Department and has dedicated countless hours to protecting and serving his community. His wife and bookkeeper, Lori Cimolino, is a nurse at the North Coast Family Health Clinic and is equally dedicated to helping her community and serving others.


Transmission Repair - Truck Engine

Specialized Diesel Mechanic

Richard Daniels is the newest addition to the automotive repair team at Fort Bragg Transmission & Auto Repair. Richard obtained his specialty certifications in Diesel Technology and Advanced Diesel Mechanics from WyoTech in Wyoming. Having a well-rounded education in mechanics, Richard is also certified in Air Conditioning and has proved an invaluable addition to our team of technicians. Richard's expertise and skills will help solidify our commitment in providing complete auto repair service for our customers.

ATRA Certified, Master Technician, Mechanic

Certified Mechanics & Quality Automotive Service

At Fort Bragg Transmission & Auto Repair, we believe in quality service. Our mechanic, Les Bishop, has achieved the status of ATRA Master Technician, making him an elite member of the mechanic industry. His experience and continuing education have earned him several ATRA specialist certifications including Rebuilder, Chassis Technician, Diagnostician, as well as the prestigious Master Technician Certification. Whatever your automotive need may be, Les and our professional team will ensure that your vehicle will receive the highest quality service.