Cal Pascanu, owner of two Christian Brothers Automotive locations (Peoria and Surprise AZ) is a powerful example of the American dream in action. He immigrated to the U.S. at age 18, determined to build a better future. With no English skills and no financial safety net, he relied on the support of his church and first taught himself English by watching rented library VCR tapes. His first job was as a dishwasher, working weekdays at one diner and weekends at another.

Over the next two decades, Cal became a naturalized U.S. citizen, started a family, and built a thriving business. Today, he runs two of the highest rated shops in the region under the Christian Brothers brand. Both locations have achieved the top scores on the Raise a Hood certification scale, an achievement that reflects not only technical excellence but also a culture of trust, transparency, and customer care. Christian Brothers itself has been named number one in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power 6 years in a row, a reflection of the same principles Cal brings to life every day.

His leadership style centers around teamwork, accountability, and mutual respect. At Cal’s shops, every success is shared and every challenge is met as a team. That camaraderie extends beyond the shop floor. His team regularly gathers for barbecues, helps each other in times of need, and supports one another like family. It’s a culture customers feel immediately when they walk through the door.

Christian Brothers Automotive is rooted in Christian values, and Cal and his team bring those principles to life through honest pricing, expert service, and a commitment to doing right by every customer. With national recognition for service quality and customer care, Cal’s shops not only meet a higher standard, they consistently exceed it.