Pictured: James Henricks first tow truck when the business originated in 1963


Local History Henricks Auto

James A. Henricks was the founder of Henricks Auto Service in 1963.
For 23 years, he had various locations selling gas & auto services such as Atlantic, Exxon, Mobile, Boron and BP before he moved to the current location of 574 E Main St Ext. Grove City, Pa 16127

His son, Eric started working at age 12 pumping gas and learning automotive skills with his father. Eric then attended Community College of Allegheny County after graduating high school to receive his associate degree in automotive. He worked for GM for 6 years then went to work for his father full time in 1994.

Eric Henricks, the youngest of 5 children, is currently the business owner/operator.