Hi-Rail - Standard Auto Works - Manitoba

Hi-Rail - Standard Railway

Canada’s Hi-Rail Truck Leaf Spring & Suspension Specialists!

About Us

For over 70 years, Standard Auto Spring Works has been the trusted name in leaf springs and suspension across Canada. Based in Winnipeg, we’re one of the few shops in the country specializing in Hi-Rail Truck suspension upgrades.

Standard Railway

With decades of experience, we have earned the trust of railway companies, national carriers, and contractors across Canada. We specialize in heavy duty leaf spring and suspension systems for Hi-Rail service vehicles, utility fleets, and emergency response units.In 2025, Standard Auto Works will introduce a dedicated Hi-Rail Service Division to deliver more efficient, reliable, and specialized solutions for Canada’s Hi-Rail fleets.

Upgrades for New Hi-Rail Trucks

Before your fleet installs heavy service bodies, welding units, or emergency response gear, we reinforce suspension with:Extra leaf spring installations.Re-arching for strength & lift.Custom setups for Hi-Rail vehicles.

Repairs for In-Service Trucks

Over time, service body weight causes fatigue, breakage, or sagging.We provide:Broken leaf spring replacement.Re-arching and strengthening.Full lifting service for Hi-Rail units.

Emergency Parts Supply & Remote Support

If a Hi-Rail truck breaks down in rural Canada, we can:Ship leaf spring packs, U-bolts, center bolts, and etc to the nearest fleet garage.Provide online support for local mechanics to get your vehicle back on track.

Out of Province Fleets

We regularly service Hi-Rail trucks from outside Manitoba, particularly fleets operating in Central and Western Canada. If your crews are passing through Winnipeg and require suspension or leaf spring repairs, our team can handle the work quickly and efficiently. Billing can be arranged directly with your corporation, and for out of province fleet garage work, services are provided with an approved purchase order (PO).

Additional Services

In addition to suspension and leaf spring solutions, we provide full support for Hi Rail vehicles involved in accidents or emergency repairs. Through our sister company, UniCity Autobody, offer certified frame and autobody services, including direct MPI claim processing.Our in house Red Seal mechanics are available for a wide range of repairs, while our alignment specialists use advanced Hunter equipment to deliver precise, reliable wheel alignments for Hi Rail Fleets.

Trusted Suspension Experts for Hi-Rail Vehicles

With over 30 years of hands on experience in rail vehicle suspension and leaf spring systems, our team is here to keep your fleet moving. Set up a corporate account or book your Hi-Rail service with us today.

Regular Fleet Services

Not operating Hi-Rail units?Our Fleets X division provides complete fleet management for enforcement and emergency vehicles, government departments, postal services, dealerships, Indigenous communities, and many others. With decades of experience, we keep fleets across Canada reliable and road-ready.