Chelsea Clark has been a “gearhead” as long as he can remember. Chelsea grew up in nearby Bisbee and graduated from Bisbee High School. He then attended UTI (Universal Technical Institute) in Phoenix Arizona and earned an associate’s degree in Automotive Technology. He returned to Bisbee and worked for O’Rielly Chrysler, Plymouth Dodge, and Mazda as a technician.

By 1990 Chelsea had earned Master Tech status with ASE, Chrysler Corporation and Mazda Motors of America. In 1993 Chelsea married his high school sweetheart Tracey. Chelsea attended Cochise Community College majoring in Welding and Drafting Technology. Chelsea and Tracey moved to Phoenix in 1994 so he could complete his degree at ASU (Arizona State University). Chelsea graduated from ASU (Magna Cum Laude) in 1997 with a Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Industrial Management. Chelsea and Tracey returned the Sierra Vista area and Chelsea began work as a Service Manager/Technician. With encouragement from family, friends, and clients Chelsea rounded up some talent and opened Desert Automotive in January 2010.

​​Chelsea’s interests include spending time with family, drag racing and working with anything mechanical. Chelsea’s other business interests include PSI (Performance Systems Incorporated) www.psisuperchargers.com. Chelsea enjoys traveling on weekends to drag races all over the country, to race, and represent PSI products.

Tracey Clark has her share of experience in the business world. Tracey owned and operated a beauty salon in Bisbee and gave that up when she and Chelsea moved to Phoenix in 1994. Tracey then went to work for Southwest Airlines while the couple resided in the Phoenix area. After the two moved back to Sierra Vista in 1997 Tracey joined Terry Pohl’s team at Globetrotter Travel, where she worked as a travel agent. Tracey joined the Desert Automotive team right from the beginning and she was kicking and screaming all the way! (No Joke)!!! Tracey handles the décor and administration side of things and she is best at keeping the Desert Automotive crew in line.
Daniel began his automotive career washing cars at a new car dealership. Since then, Daniel has grown into a well rounded ASE Certified Technician. Daniel attended Cochise Community College majoring in Automotive Technology. Daniel is a man of few words and he is the guy “always working.” Daniel gladly helps everyone and he is the one the Desert Automotive team would like to clone, he knows no fear and successfully tackles every job thrown at him. Daniel is also an original member of the Desert Automotive team. In his spare time, he enjoys working on his cars and racing at local SCCA events.  However, his top priority is always his family!
Camille was born and raised here in Sierra Vista. He has seen the city grow and change throughout the decades. It is here that he met his wife, (married since 2012) and now where they’re raising their two children. He has provided exceptional customer service to the community for over 10 years. He has always had an interest in the automotive world and is excited to combine his passion for cars and the dedication he has had in serving the community. Camille joined the Desert automotive team as a service advisor in February 2021.  
Tony was born July 8th, 1994, in Sierra Vista, AZ and has spent most of his life in Southern Arizona.
Tony started "tinkering" and driving go-carts, motorcycles, and quads when he was 7. His first job, at a NAPA store at 14, was the start to his automotive career. He moved on to work in automotive detailing at a Toyota dealership during the summers throughout his high school years. He began doing automotive repair and fabrication on his own vehicles, then subsequently all of his friend's vehicles too, during high school. After high school, Tony took automotive courses at Cochise College and ended up back in automotive parts where he worked up to store manager, then wholesale parts sales representative in the Tucson and Cochise County market. Tony made the move to Desert Automotive in September 2021.
In his spare time, Tony enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons, Connor and Dean. Tony has had a love of off-road motorsports and automotive technology since his youth and currently races UTV's. 
​Rachelle first became interested in cars as a young teenager, as she always had an eye for artistic beauty and was fascinated by the lines of classic muscle cars. Later when Rachelle learned to drive, vehicle maintenance was something her grandfather made a point to teach her and a love for turning wrenches was borne of that bonding experience. Rachelle attended Cochise Community College where she earned an associate degree in Automotive Technology. From there Rachelle worked to gain knowledge through on the job experience at a few repair facilities before "landing the big one" at Desert Automotive. Rachelle is known for her love, and knowledge of, all animals and the deserts surrounding her home town of Sierra Vista. She is always volunteering facts she has learned about any and all of the various subjects she finds interesting. In her free time she enjoys playing Dungeons and Dragons with her friends, pursuing assorted knowledge, and working on her artworks.
​Lexi has a wide background in administrative work, from High School Secretary to Assisted Living Office Manager. She graduated from Northern Arizona University with her Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science (Go Lumberjacks!). She joined the team in July 2021, and is looking forward to learning all about cars! When she is not working; she enjoys playing with her daughter, relaxing with a good book, tending to her garden or crafting to create something beautiful.
Aric started in the automotive industry in 1995 at a family owned shop. He is an ASE Certified Technician specializing in brakes, steering, suspension and exhaust. Aric has many years of experience with welding, tube bending and chassis fabrication. Aric joined Desert Automotive upon opening and brought a whole slew of customers with him. Aric is the Desert Automotive in house “Diesel Guy” and gladly accepts any and all diesel challenges. Aric is fun to have around the shop and he is the guy that is always smiling even when the sky is falling. Aric enjoys spending time with his daughter, riding horses, and desert racing.
Mark was "borrowed" from the local Toyota Dealership in 2014 and was never allowed to return! Mark has worked in several shops and dealerships throughout his career. When he first joined the team, he requested to "only work on Asian imports". After 2 - 3 days at work, Mark's other talents were recognized and he now works on all of the motor homes and many of the HD vehicles that come through the door. Every now and then we "throw Mark a bone" and dispatch him a Toyota or two, just so he doesn't lose his touch. Mark is also ASE certified holding Master Status, ASE L-1 and Toyota Master Certified.
David served in the United States Army for 5 years as a Tank and Heavy Wheel Mechanic.  He worked as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic for 21 years prior to working on cars. He is happily married to Karen and has 3 children and 3 grandchildren. When David is not at the shop working he loves spending time with his family!
Rene first started his path into automotive repair back in high school, from jimmy-rigging his best friends hooptie to present, he has over 17 years of experience along with advanced college courses. Rene is very dedicated and has impeccable attention to detail in all aspects of his work. When he is not conquering Desert’s mission he enjoys being a part of race teams, hunting and spending time with his family. He is quite proud of his two sons who volunteer after school to help around the shop!
Jason was born and raised in Oceanside, CA. He started working on cars at a young age and has been a Mechanic for over 25 years, mostly servicing European cars. He started work as a mechanic at Coastal Foreign Auto in Encinitas, CA and worked there for 8-9 years. After moving to Sierra Vista he worked at Lawley Ford for a year, then Lawley Nissan where he received his Electrical certification. Now he has found the place he was meant to be at, Desert Auto.
He has no children, but two amazing dogs. He moved to Sierra Vista in 2018, and currently lives with his girlfriend whom he has known for 38 years. In his free time he likes to offroad, and go shooting. He misses Deep Sea diving and Spear Fishing in the Ocean, but will find other activities to do here. Jason says, "I wish I would have known about Sierra Vista Earlier, I love the small town feel, it's a lot less stressful than The California life."
Kenny began his mechanical career in upstate New York as a child fixing his and his friend's bicycles. As an adult he began service advising at a Walmart Auto Care Center, before working his way to the back of the shop as a lube and tire technician. He then went on to the local Chevy dealership doing oil changes, and eventually worked his way up to main line technician. In 2019 Kenny moved to Arizona, and shortly thereafter his baby girl was born. He excels at electrical diagnosis and is enthusiastic about learning diesel technology. Outside of work Kenny enjoys car rides and is known for going out of his way to help people, especially strangers, bringing his unique brand of sunshine wherever he goes.
Cris joined our team in January! Cris grew up in Douglas, AZ but moved to Sierra Vista about 8 years ago. Cris's interest in automotive repair began at about 12 years old when we taught himself to repair brake lights with some trial and error. Growing up he had a passion for anything with 4WD.
Jared was born in South Dakota, but grew up moving all around the United States due to his father serving in the Air Force. As a child, Jared found an interest in automotive engines and how they work. He would take parts off of vehicles to learn their functions and how to put them back together. Jared moved to Sierra Vista, where he met his wife and now have 3 children together. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, attending drifting events and riding dirt bikes.