Our Story.

A man and woman holding hands, standing against a plain light gray background. The man is wearing a white suit jacket, black pants, and black shoes, with a bald head and a beard. The woman is wearing a black off-shoulder dress, beige high heels, and has dark hair styled in loose waves.

Hi, we’re Max and Yasara, and welcome to Schneidx Automotive!

Schneidx started from a shared passion for cars, engineering, and helping people. We’re a small local workshop built on honesty, problem-solving, and creating a space where people feel involved in their car’s journey.

A young boy with red hair and a black hoodie looking at a dirt bike inside a workshop or garage.

Max has loved working on cars and motorbikes since a very young age, spending weekends repairing dirt bikes and cars with his dad and always wanting to understand how things worked. What began as a hobby soon grew into a lifelong passion. While building a career as a Mechanical Engineer, Max also dedicated his spare time to offering auto care support within his local community..

Students working on a robotics project in a laboratory at RMIT University.
Students working on a robotics project in a laboratory at RMIT University.
Two people working on computer screens displaying 3D CAD models of a mechanical part.
Two people working on computer screens displaying 3D CAD models of a mechanical part.
A smiling man wearing safety glasses and a high visibility vest working in a workshop with tools and equipment, handling a cylindrical object.
A man working on a racing car engine, adjusting gears.
A mechanic working on a blue pickup truck with an exposed engine in a garage. The mechanic is smiling, wearing safety glasses and orange gloves, and standing next to a red engine hoist. The garage has tire racks, tools, and a “Toyo Tires” sign on the wall.
A mechanic working on a blue pickup truck with an exposed engine in a garage. The mechanic is smiling, wearing safety glasses and orange gloves, and standing next to a red engine hoist. The garage has tire racks, tools, and a “Toyo Tires” sign on the wall.

Now a chartered mechanical engineer and qualified mechanic, Max has spent years refining his skills in mechanical design, vehicle diagnostics, welding and fabrication, vehicle testing and road safety, product development, risk analysis & advanced simulations with industry-leading companies. His expertise spans both the practical and technical sides of auto care, having worked extensively on drivetrain and chassis systems, suspension, GVM upgrades, and rig durability testing. For his Mechanical Engineering thesis, he developed a custom planetary hub-motor gearbox for the RMIT Formula SAE electric vehicle, successfully striking a balance between innovation and practical knowledge.

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For us, Schneidx has never just been about qualifications or ticking boxes. We’ve always loved working with people who genuinely care about their cars, the ones with questions, stories, memories, or a real connection to their vehicle. That’s also what inspired our social media series, Parts in Perspective. It’s our way of showing what happens behind the scenes in the workshop, sharing old vs new parts, why things fail, and helping people feel more connected to the work done on their car.

Exterior of an automotive repair shop named SchneidX Automotive with a red brick facade, large garage door open showing a vehicle on a lift inside, and parked cars outside.
Three people standing in front of a tire shop called TyreBarn, which sells tires and wheels. The shop has an open garage door, with tires displayed inside. The group is smiling, and the shop's sign has a wheel graphic and phone number.
Three people standing in front of a tire shop called TyreBarn, which sells tires and wheels. The shop has an open garage door, with tires displayed inside. The group is smiling, and the shop's sign has a wheel graphic and phone number.
Group of nine people standing outside TyreBarn automotive shop under a red sign with yellow and black lettering.
Group of nine people standing outside TyreBarn automotive shop under a red sign with yellow and black lettering.
Two men standing next to a large red and black sign for TyreBarn, an automotive business offering tyres, wheels, and repairs. The man on the left has gray hair and a beard, wearing a black shirt and shoes. The man on the right is smiling, wearing a black cap, black shirt, shorts, and sneakers. The sign includes a phone number and website, with a background of trees, buildings, and a clear blue sky.
Interior of an office or waiting area with a black brick wall, a neon sign that reads 'Schneider Automotive' with a yellow and orange logo, an orange upholstered lounge chair, and a large green plant.

In our first year, we were incredibly lucky to be welcomed into the space at Tyre Barn Clayton. Pali, the owner and a long-time family friend, believed in what we were trying to build and gave us the chance to slowly grow within the local community. We’ll always be grateful for the support and encouragement he gave us in those early days. Since the beginning of 2026, we’ve proudly called our own workshop in Springvale home. Even as we continue to grow, our focus has stayed the same, caring for people and their cars, staying curious, and always striving to do our best.

A young boy dressed in a red racing suit with checkered flag patterns on the sleeves, collar, and legs, standing on a small blue slide outside of a house, flexing his right arm and making a determined face.

Coming from different cultural backgrounds has naturally shaped the way we run Schneidx. Max grew up in a German household and speaks fluent German, Italian, and English, while Yasara comes from a Sri Lankan background and speaks Sinhalese and English and we think that’s given us a strong appreciation for different people, perspectives, and experiences. Because of that, creating a welcoming and respectful environment has always been important to us.

Two smiling people sitting on black armchairs in a garage-like setting, with a black Labrador dog between them. The man on the left is wearing a black cap, black shirt with white stripes, and tan work boots. The woman on the right is in a black hoodie and gray sneakers, giving a thumbs up. There is a coffee mug on a small table in front of them.
A woman sits at a desk talking to a man who is seated behind the desk. The man is wearing a black cap, black gloves, and a black polo shirt. There are office supplies and a plant on the desk, and a sign that reads "Keep Left" in the background.
Two young men standing close to a white Honda car with a black front grille, in a garage or service area. One man is wearing a black cap and a red Manchester United soccer jersey, the other man is wearing a black cap, black shirt, and khaki cargo shorts. The man in the soccer jersey is smiling with his arm around the other man. There are car-related signs and tires in the background.

At the end of the day, Schneidx is about more than just repairing or modifying cars. It’s about building trust, sharing knowledge, and creating genuine connections along the way. Whether you’re here for a repair, diagnosis, engineering support, or even just a coffee and chat, you’re always welcome here.