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About Us

Meet The Team

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Ryan Stotts

Partner

Ryan started at Drake Garage in August of 2018. Ryan has a love and passion for the automotive industry. He graduated with an Aviation Maintenance Degree from Indian Hills Community College from Ottumwa, IA.  In his spare time he enjoys camping, fishing, hunting, and spending quality time with his wife and son.

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Gus Johnson

General Manager

As some of you already know. Gus is a familiar face at Drake Garage. Gus joined our team back in 1999 and has an encyclopedia of automotive knowledge. In his spare time he enjoys vacationing at Harper's Ferry, IA, hunting, and spending time with his family. 

  "Don't take the bus, Call Gus" 

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Carson Tjeerdsma

Service Advisor

Carson loves anything automotive! He's been a great value to the team. Carson graduated from DMACC Automotive Technology / Honda PACT program in August of 2023. In his spare time he enjoys spending quality time with his fiancé and family. He also has a big passion riding motorcycles and playing video games. 

Drake Garage has been providing the finest automobile service since 1965. We’re an independently owned auto repair shop. Serving the Des Moines Metro area for well over 50+ years! Drake Garage ensures that our technicians meet the highest industry standards. Our goal is to be a vehicle service leader. We’ll do whatever it takes to earn your trust. We believe in providing the highest level of service in all areas of our expertise. We will literally go the extra mile to provide you with that level of service.

We take great pride in only hiring the best experts, so you can be sure your vehicle is in good hands. No matter what you need, our friendly and professional staff can handle it all.

We work hard to maintain our reputation as a trustworthy, reliable and transparent Auto Repair Shop. Above all, we guarantee that our work is done at the highest standard, ensuring that your vehicle meets all regulations and is safe to drive on the road.

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