Who We Are
With over 30 years combined experience in the auto industry (at OEMs, Independent shops, and dealership service centers) we are excited to offer the most seamless, high-quality vehicle repair and maintenance experience in Metro Detroit. If you are looking for professionals devoted to making vehicle repair a seamless, and high quality, experience you have found the right place.
Tyler Betthauser brings a unique and powerful combination of deep, high-level automotive industry experience and sophisticated business process expertise to The Car Conservatory. His background, forged at the heart of the automotive world with General Motors, provides a distinct competitive advantage, moving beyond traditional shop management and into a new model of data-driven efficiency, quality, and customer service. Tyler’s experience is not just theoretical; it is grounded in the core mechanics of auto service and repair. During his tenure at General Motors, he worked directly within the Labor Time Guide and Service Manual Validation group. Furthermore, he worked closely with dealer service organizations to root-cause and service issues on customer vehicles. This provided direct insight into the daily challenges of a service center, the diagnostic process for complex customer complaints, and the critical relationship between manufacturers and service shops. His role as a Quality, Reliability, and Durability (QRD) Engineer at GM further deepens this expertise. He was responsible for investigating customer-reported hardware and software issues, accelerating diagnostic turnaround, and developing solutions that saved over $500K by reducing "no-trouble-found" (NTF) returns. This experience in diagnosing systemic issues and preventing warranty costs is a key profitability and quality control skill directly transferable to shop ownership. A modern mechanics shop thrives or fails on its operational efficiency. This is where Tyler's background becomes a game-changing asset. With a Master of Science in Lean Manufacturing, his entire career has been focused on process optimization, data analytics, Six Sigma, and advanced statistical process control. His extensive career as a Data and Software Engineer translates directly into the "back office" management of the shop.
David J. Weglarz II will serve as the Lead Technician for The Car Conservatory, bringing over two decades of deep, hands-on diagnostics and repair experience. His qualifications represent the ideal blend of master-level mechanical knowledge and elite specialization in the complex electronic systems of modern vehicles. As a Michigan Master Mechanic and a certified Ford Electrical Specialist, David provides the technical leadership and expert-level skills necessary to ensure the highest quality of service and repair. David’s career is built on a foundation of comprehensive, bumper-to-bumper vehicle knowledge. His 13-year tenure at Firestone Tire & Service saw him rise from a General Service Technician to a senior Automotive Technician responsible for a complete range of diagnostics and repairs, including: Engine, brake, suspension, and alignment services. Heating, A/C, and cooling system repairs. Complex engine performance diagnostics. His certification as a Ford Electrical Specialist and deep familiarity with CANBUS system diagnostics and Snap-On scan tools establish him as an elite problem-solver for the electrical issues that are increasingly common in today's vehicles. David's expertise extends directly into the most advanced automotive technology on the road today. He is an i-Car certified ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems) Technician, and his most recent role as an ADAS Senior Service Technician involves the calibration and programming for all makes and all models. This specialization is a critical asset, positioning The Car Conservatory to service the complex safety and sensor systems that many independent shops are not equipped to handle. His previous roles at Jaguar Land Rover and Ray Laethem Buick GMC further solidified this expertise, giving him a primary focus on infotainment, HVAC, and vehicle communications diagnostics. Beyond his technical prowess, David brings invaluable experience from dealer service departments. He has served as a Warranty Administrator at both Jaguar Land Rover and Ray Laethem, giving him a complete understanding of dealer-level warranty processes and claims execution. In his current role, he is also responsible for key operational duties, including scheduling vehicle delivery, performing inspections, creating estimates, and managing invoicing. This administrative and customer-facing experience ensures he can not only lead the service bay but also contribute to a smooth and professional front-office operation. David J. Weglarz II is a true master technician. His combination of a Michigan Master Mechanic certification, specialized electrical and ADAS credentials, and direct experience with dealer-level service and warranty operations makes him the ideal technical leader forThe Car Conservatory. He possesses the rare ability to expertly service everything from classic cars to the most technologically advanced vehicles, ensuring a foundation of quality and trust for our customers.