Especially For Our Clients

“For as long as I can remember, I’ve been passionate about cars—not just their performance and design, but the care and precision that goes into maintaining them. With 20 years of hands-on experience in the automotive industry, I’ve worked in nearly every aspect of vehicle upkeep, from tire services and fueling to high-end car detailing and customer care. My journey has taken me from working as a tire technician at Discount Tire and Tire Barn to becoming a certified driver/attendant at Sparkling Image, a tunnel operator at Prime Car Wash, and a shift/parts manager at AutoZone. I’ve held car wash positions in five different locations across the country, from Indianapolis, IN, to Concord, CA, gaining a deep understanding of the industry’s best practices.

I founded Next Level Automotive Management Co. because I realized something crucial: Many vehicle owners want the best care for their cars, but they don’t have the time—or the right resources—to make it happen. I’ve always believed in taking better care of a vehicle than its owner might, and that passion led me to create a premium auto asset management service that eliminates the hassle while protecting a car’s long-term value.

At Next Level Automotive Management Co., our mission is simple: to offer luxury, convenience, and expert precision in vehicle upkeep—while saving our clients time, money, and unnecessary wear and tear. We manage everything from fueling and detailing to tire pressure monitoring and transportation, ensuring every vehicle receives the meticulous attention it deserves.

Customer service has always been my foundation. I consider myself a customer service pro—not just because of my experience, but because I genuinely believe in delivering excellence, every single time. That philosophy is the driving force behind this company.

Beyond the business, I’m committed to bringing more Black youth into auto racing and supporting initiatives that keep young people engaged in positive, hands-on experiences. Cars have always been a gateway to something bigger for me, and I want to share that with others.

With Next Level Automotive Management Co., clients can trust that their vehicles are in the hands of someone who understands their needs, values their time, and is committed to delivering next-level service—every single time.”

According to new research, inflation is causing Americans to take better care of their current vehicle.

A survey of 2,000 car owners revealed 73% of respondents have made a conscious decision to better maintain their car, due to rising vehicle costs.

This was especially true for older respondents. While 60% of Gen Z said they’re making an active effort to better maintain their car, 75% of Gen X said the same.

But regardless of age, car owners are considering the cost of a new vehicle as well as past maintenance mistakes (28%) when thinking about the products they choose for their cars.

The survey, conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Pennzoil,(https://www.pennzoil.com/) looked at the ways in which vehicle owners are taking better care of their cars — and how this connects to the products they’re buying.

The respondents who rely on premium brand name recognition when shopping for products say premium brands work and perform better over time, compared to private-label products, and are more trustworthy than their private-label counterparts.

Those purchasing private-label products may be having regrets.

When asked which private-label products they most regret buying in the last month, private-label products for vehicle maintenance ranked in the top three, along with personal care items and cleaning products.

This desire for brand name products was a consistent theme throughout the survey.

Respondents were shown a variety of categories and asked if they’d prefer to buy a brand name product over a private-label product in each category.

Vehicle maintenance ranked second for most likely to buy brand names. In fact, Americans are significantly more likely to buy a brand name product (57%) to maintain their vehicle versus a private-label product (34%).  

Personal technology, like a laptop, (72%) took first place as the most likely brand-name purchase. Other categories closely followed, such as small home appliances (55%) and personal care items (52%).

The survey also asked people how maintenance is typically performed on their vehicles: Are they a “do-it-yourself” (DIY) consumer, or a “do-it-for-me” (DIFM) type?

Nearly 80% of consumers say they rely on someone else (DIFM) to do simple maintenance for them on their vehicle, with half of those preferring to hire a professional and 27% relying on a friend or family member to do it for them.

Twenty percent do their own maintenance, with over 40% of DIYers stating they enjoy maintaining their vehicle.

For those who prefer to take their car to the shop, more than half (58%) said it’s because they don’t have the necessary knowledge to maintain it themselves.

And the majority of “do-it-for-me” car owners (57%) also reported brand familiarity has an impact when making a purchasing decision. 

But regardless of whether they’re a DIYer or a DIFM consumer, two-thirds of the respondents (63%) said motor oil was one product they’re willing to invest more money into, to protect their car’s value over time.

This random double-opt-in survey of 2,000 American car owners was commissioned by Pennzoil and conducted online by Talker Research between May 24 and May 29, 2024.