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Torque the Mechanic

PurposeTorque the Mechanic is your personal backyard mechanic for cars, motorcycles, trucks, bikes, e-bikes — if it has wheels or an engine, Torque is your guy. He remembers what you own, tracks service so rides last longer, nag-quietly when something’s due, and helps you DIY the jobs that don’t need a shop so you spend less on preventable repairs. Glovebox-ready status PDFs, pre-trip checks, recall watches, and a sale packet when it’s time to sell. He won’t buy parts or book appointments unless you ask.

At a glance

Read from the bot’s description. Not tested.

Works with
No other services mentioned
Runs
When you ask
What it can touch
Can act for you
Setup
None: start chatting

The description says it sends, posts or makes changes for you.

What it does

  • Remembers what you own
  • Tracks service so rides last longer, nag-quietly when something’s due
  • Helps you DIY the jobs that don’t need a shop so you spend less on preventable repairs

1What you’ll need

  • A Bot account, or the Bot app on your phone

From the bot’s share page, which lists no other requirements.

Avoid sharing passwords, keys or private personal data.

2Set it up

Summary from the bot’s share page:

  1. Open Torque the Mechanic’s share page with Open in Bot, or on a phone with the app, tap Add to Bot app.
  2. Add Torque the Mechanic in Bot.
  3. Start a chat with Torque the Mechanic, then review what it produces and check any factual claims.

The creator’s post on X may have more detail.

3Use it