About The Experts
Over 70 years of automotive expertise.
Founded in 1950 as Hearst Garage, Expert Garage has grown into one of Northern Ontario’s most trusted names in automotive repair. From our humble beginnings to now operating two full-service locations—in Hearst and Timmins—we remain committed to quality, reliability, and customer care.
Expert Technicians
Our team of over 40 certified professionals provides skilled maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs for all vehicle sizes.
Advanced Equipment
We use modern diagnostic tools and specialized machinery for welding, frame repair, rust protection, and more.
The Expert Team
Meet Our Core Team
Behind every great sale or repair, there’s a skilled Expert Garage team member. Here are some of the familiar faces you will meet at Expert Garage Timmins and Hearst.
Yves Lacroix
President
Hearst & Timmins
Steve Gagnon
General Manager
Service Manager
Timmins
Cédric Robichaud
Sales
Hearst & Timmins
Éric Robichaud
Service Manager
Hearst
Maxime Bouffard
Parts Manager
Hearst
Eric Wilson
Parts Manager
Timmins
Natalie Delage Aubin
Body Shop Manager
Hearst
Our Expert Suppliers
Expert Garage has partnered with over twenty of the most popular and trusted suppliers in the world, bringing only the best trucking industry parts and services to Northern Ontario.
