By Sara Beth Williams– — Tom Ngo, owner of TN3 Automotive, said he feels blessed every day to be able to drive to his recently purchased auto shop in Citrus Heights, despite the 50- to 60-minute commute.
TN3 Automotive was once known as Pat Henry’s Automotive, a small mechanic shop with four bays located on Auburn Boulevard next to the Aquarium Depot. Previously, The Sentinel reported in 2024 that the shop was up for sale by the owner due to retirement. Ngo officially purchased and opened the shop as TN3 Automotive in January of last year.
Ngo said he has worked in the automotive industry in various roles, from tech to service manager to store manager, since 2008 and most enjoyed the experience of working in smaller, what he called “Mom-and-Pop” auto shops…