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A workbench and tool chests inside the Hughes Automotive shop

Family owned · 5 service bays

Our shop

Hughes Automotive, at 7116 Harrisburg Road in Charlotte, has been in business since 2004. Hughes is a family owned and operated 5-service-bay facility, now running under new ownership with the Littlejohn family, local to Mint Hill, NC.

The shop is an above-average professional facility with ASE certified technicians who are highly qualified, provide superior service, and pride themselves on honesty and integrity. We work closely with NAPA AutoCare as one of the largest repair facilities in this market. Being independently owned and managed lets us keep our service flexible for our customers. We service most makes and models across a wide range of ages, from domestic to foreign, for individual owners as well as fleet service programs.

Dave Littlejohn, our commander-in-chief, grew tired of corporate life and bought Hughes Automotive to run with his sons Brad and Brandon. With the help of his family, Dave kept the company thriving through the 2020 COVID pandemic that shut down so many family-owned businesses across the country. Hughes Automotive is dedicated to providing quality automotive service to Charlotte and the surrounding areas.

The Hughes Automotive Center team in the shop
The Hughes crew at 7116 Harrisburg Rd.

Our team

Dave Littlejohn at his desk in the Hughes Automotive office

Dave Littlejohn

President / Sales

Dave has over 28 years of experience with Fortune 100 companies developing teams, making sure we not only take care of customers but that our employees are exceeding their capabilities.

Brad Littlejohn working in an engine bayBrad Littlejohn moving an engine on a stand in the shop

Brad Littlejohn

Shop Foreman

Brad is the oldest of the Littlejohn brothers. Born with a wrench in his hands, Brad built his own 1972 Chevy C10 pickup when he was just 14 years old. He graduated from the T10 program at CPCC in 2009 and is an ASE Master Technician with over 16 years of experience in auto repair. Brad honed his skills working for Toyota, and when the time was right he moved to Hughes to lend his talents. As shop foreman he provides insight on vehicle diagnosis, inspects repair equipment, oversees repairs completed by other technicians, trains new techs, and much more. He is a proud husband and father, and enjoys modifying trucks in his spare time.

Brandon Littlejohn on the phone with a customerAn engine bay under repair at Hughes Automotive

Brandon Littlejohn

Service Manager / Sales

Brandon, the younger of the two brothers, is our service writer. He will be your main contact during repairs, giving you all the information you need and answering any questions you have. Brandon also procures our parts and handles any quotes customers need. Before moving to Hughes, Brandon worked with his brother as a technician at Toyota. He was the first Littlejohn to work at Hughes, helping the business operate during the pandemic alongside his father, Dave. He has 6 ASE certifications and is our resident “problem solver” — his specialty is diagnosing challenging vehicles. Brandon is the proud father of our shop dog, Jack.

Justin Willems under a vehicle on a lift in the Hughes shop

Justin Willems

Technician

Our newest addition at Hughes Automotive, Justin is a Master Diagnostic Technician. He worked with Brad and Thomas at Toyota for 10 years, then spent 4½ years working on heavy machinery and equipment. Along with motor vehicles, Justin can repair skid steers, tractors, mini excavators, lawn mowers and other small equipment. He is a proud husband and father!

Kim Littlejohn

Treasurer

Matriarch of the Littlejohn family, Kim has spent 35 years making sure our family values are implemented. She is a registered nurse as well as a real estate broker. Although she is an owner, she maintains full-time employment as a certified nurse case manager.

Madison, office manager at Hughes Automotive

Madison

Office Manager / Marketing Coordinator

Recently joining the Hughes team, along with her dog Tuck, Madison is the first face you see when you come into the shop. Madison handles new business development alongside Dave, plus all social media, event planning and marketing.

Jack, the Hughes Automotive shop dog, resting on the office floor

Jack, our shop dog

Brandon is the proud father of Jack, the Hughes shop dog.

Certified, affiliated & parts we trust

  • ASE Certified
  • Identifix
  • iGo NC
  • Charlotte Chamber of Commerce
  • Interstate Batteries
  • NAPA AutoCare Center
  • Cooper Tires
  • Be Car Care Aware