(952) 922-9696MEET THE CREW
meet the owner
Erik Dutcher
Co-founder of D & D Autoworks, opened the business 40 years ago fresh out of trade school. From day one, D & D Autoworks has been a model of honesty, transparency, and customer loyalty. They hardly advertise, because they don’t need to. Their customers stay for generations.
We challenge you to site in the lobby and listen into other customer conversations, it is not uncommon to overhear Erik advising a customer not to proceed with repairs, as the cost of the necessary work was close to the value of their used vehicle. How often do you visit a shop where they talk you out of spending money; simply because it’s in your best interest?
Erik is the rare combination of technical expertise, hard work, and integrity that defines a truly great mechanic.
DnD Auto works crew
Bryan Rademacher
Bryan has been passionate about automotive repair since high school, which led him to pursue his education at Hennepin Technical College. With nearly 20 years of experience and over five years at D&D Auto Works, he has built a reputation for precision and reliability. Bryan especially enjoys working on Asian vehicles and takes pride in his customized Honda Civic. His calm demeanor and deep technical knowledge make him a trusted technician for both daily drivers and performance-minded enthusiasts.
Ivan Skripchenko
Born in Ukraine and raised in the U.S., Ivan has been immersed in car culture from a young age, inspired early on by the Fast and Furious era. He began working in shops right out of high school and now brings more than 15 years of hands-on experience to D&D Auto Works. Ivan specializes in Asian vehicles and off-road trucks and is known for his no-nonsense, practical approach to diagnostics and repairs. Customers appreciate his focus on cost-effective solutions and honest advice.
John Goggans
John is a seasoned mechanic with more than 30 years of experience working on heavy construction equipment including cranes and earthmovers. A lifelong friend of the shop’s founder, he has become an essential part of the D&D Auto Works family, often stepping in wherever needed to keep things running smoothly. His mechanical expertise is paired with an uncanny ability to adapt to evolving automotive technology. John is often described as the glue of the shop, steady, knowledgeable, and always ready to help.
Jack Sparber
Jack is one of the shop’s rising stars, having joined D&D Auto Works right out of high school just a few years ago. His passion for cars started early, so early in fact that his mom loves to share stories of him playing with toy engines as a toddler. Introduced to the team by his father, a longtime customer, Jack has quickly proven himself as a skilled and thoughtful mechanic. He enjoys working on economy cars for their clever, efficient designs and brings an energetic and focused approach to every job.
Ashley Pass
Ashley serves as a critical link between customers, technicians, and parts suppliers at D&D Auto Works. Though she joined the team less than a year ago, her connection to the shop runs deep as her family has been bringing their cars to D&D Auto Works for years. A graduate of the University of St. Thomas, Ashley brings strong communication skills, logistical savvy, and a passion for service to her front-desk role. Whether sourcing hard-to-find OEM parts or helping a customer understand their repair options, she is focused on getting it right and getting it fast.
Thomas Westbrook
Thomas has been in the automotive industry for over 25 years and has spent the last 15 years proudly serving customers at D&D Auto Works. A graduate of Hennepin Technical College, he is known for combining technical excellence with deep compassion for customers. He believes in educating drivers by showing broken parts, explaining causes, and helping people make informed decisions even if they are not car experts. Whether a customer is strapped for cash or seeking the best long-term fix, Thomas always finds a way to deliver value, trust, and transparency.
Riley Erickson
Riley is the shop’s apprentice with a love for vintage restoration and is in formal training from McPherson College’s Automotive Restoration Technology program, a certified Bachelor degree. A graduate of Holy Angels in Richfield, Riley’s career objective is to bring pre-1970 vehicles back to factory-correct condition with painstaking detail. For him, restoring a car is about more than just parts and metal; it is about reviving memories and honoring family legacies. His restored 1936 Model A John Deere, still used on his grandfather’s farm, reflects both his skill and his heart.
Chris Wall
Chris grew up inside a repair shop and was surrounded by tools, engines, and the rhythm of honest hard work from the age of four. By eight, he was already fixing lawnmowers and learning the fundamentals that would shape his career. After his family’s shop closed due to an accident, the pandemic, and lease challenges, Chris found a new home at D&D Auto Works. He loves the familiar, community-first atmosphere and believes that quality work, not discount gimmicks, is what keeps customers coming back.
Spencer DuBois
Spencer has been a valued member of D&D Auto Works for a decade, ever since graduating from Dakota County Technical College. As the nephew of one of the shop’s original founders, he carries a deep sense of pride and responsibility in his work. Spencer specializes in suspension systems but thrives on variety and is always eager to take on a new challenge. He credits shop owner Erik with creating a supportive culture where learning never stops and customers always come first.
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Whether you need a quick oil change or a full transmission rebuild, we’re ready. Book online in 60 seconds, give us a ring, or just swing by—the coffee’s always on.
D&D Autoworks—nearly three decades of keeping St. Louis Park driving with confidence.