Where and how to watch new episodes of Auto Electrician's Garage in: a complete guide

Program "Car electrician's garage" It has long become a cult favorite for Russian car enthusiasts, especially those who independently repair car electrical systems or simply want to understand the intricacies of on-board electronics. New releases are released regularly, but not everyone knows where to look for them in 2026 - especially taking into account blocking and changes in platform algorithms. This article will help you understand all the nuances: from official sources to little-known life hacks for viewing without restrictions.

We analyzed all current sites, checked the functionality of the links and collected instructions for different devices - from smartphones to Smart TVs. We’ll also tell you how to avoid scammers who, under the guise of new releases, distribute viruses or outdated content. If you are looking for a specific repair issue ECU, diagnostics CAN buses or installation of additional equipment - here you will find answers to all questions.

Just a heads up: in 2026, many of the usual viewing methods will no longer work due to policy changes. YouTube and Rutub. But there are proven alternatives - some of them are even more convenient than the official ones. The main thing is not to download episodes from dubious sites, where malicious files may be hidden under the guise of videos. Next, we'll break it down step by step.

Official sources for new releases in 2026

The main platform for premiere releases "Car electrician's garage" remains Author's YouTube channel. However, recently restrictions have appeared there: some videos are only available by subscription or through YouTube Premium. Here's what's changed:

1. Main YouTube channel (@GarageAvtoelektrika) - new episodes are posted here with a delay of 1-2 days after the premiere. Important: Turn on the notification bell, as the platform's algorithms may not show the latest videos in your feed. If the video does not play, try disabling ad blockers - they often conflict with the player.

2. Official project website (garage-avtoelektrika.ru) - announcements, text versions of releases and links to videos are published here. Sometimes exclusive materials appear here that are not on YouTube. For example, debriefing after complex repairs or answering questions from viewers in stream format.

3. Telegram channel (@garage_avtoelektrika) is the most efficient source. Here they post short announcements, fragments of releases and links to premieres. Channel subscribers often get access to videos 12–24 hours earlier than on other platforms.

• 📺 YouTube — the main platform, but with delays and possible geo-blocking.
• 🌐 Official website — texts, diagrams and exclusives, but without video.
• 📱 Telegram — prompt announcements and early access.
• 📡 Rutub - a backup copy, but updated less frequently.

⚠️ Attention: Clones of the “Garage Auto Electrician” channel with similar names have appeared on YouTube (for example, “Garage Auto Electrician Official” or “Auto Electrician Garage”). These accounts often upload old episodes under the guise of new ones or ask for money for access to “exclusive content.” There is only one official channel - with a blue verification checkmark.

Alternative platforms: where to watch if YouTube is blocked

If you can't open YouTube (for example, due to a corporate network or regional restrictions), there are several proven ways to watch new episodes without a VPN. We tested them in 2026 - all are working at the time of writing.

1. Rutub (rutube.ru) - releases are duplicated here with a delay of 3-5 days. The video quality is sometimes worse than on YouTube, but there are no ads. To find a channel, enter in the search "Official auto electrician's garage".

2. VK Video - in a group "Car electrician's garage" are posting some issues. Disadvantage: videos can be deleted due to complaints from copyright holders, so it is better to bookmark the videos you like.

3. Odnoklassniki - unexpected, but here too community with an archive of issues. The quality is not ideal, but it's fine for viewing on a phone.

4. Torrent trackers — if you need to download an episode for offline viewing, look for Rutracker or NNM-Club. Important: download only distributions with positive reviews and scan the files with an antivirus. Lately, scammers have been slipping in archives with viruses instead of videos.

Venue	Display delay	Video quality	Availability of advertising	Access without VPN
YouTube	1–2 days	Full HD	Yes	Yes
Rutub	3–5 days	HD	No	Yes
VK Video	1 week	SD/HD	Yes	Yes
Telegram	0–1 day	YouTube links	No	Yes
Torrents	1–7 days	Full HD	No	Yes

⚠️ Attention: On some sites (for example, kinogo.by or hdrezka.me) episodes of “Auto Electrician’s Garage” appear, but they are often cut up, with duplicate advertising or outdated content. We do not recommend using these resources - it is better to wait for the official release.

How to set up notifications for new releases

To avoid missing the premiere, set up alerts on all platforms. Here are step-by-step instructions for each service:

1. YouTube:

1. Open channel "Garage Auto Electrician".
2. Click "Subscribe" (if you haven't signed up yet).
3. Next to the subscribe button, click on bell and select "All notifications".
4. In your account settings (youtube.com/account_notifications) check that notifications are enabled for this channel.

2. Telegram:

1. Subscribe to the channel @garage_avtoelektrika.
2. Turn on sound alerts for a channel (press your finger on the name → “Notifications” → “Unmute”).
3. Add a channel to "Favorites"so as not to lose.

3. VK/OK:

1. Join the group VKontakte or Odnoklassniki.
2. Turn on "Notifications about new publications" (in VK: three dots in the upper right corner of the group → “Notifications”).

Subscribe to the YouTube channel|Turn on the “All notifications” bell|Subscribe to the Telegram channel|Turn on sound in Telegram settings|Check notifications in VK/OK-->

If you are not receiving notifications, check:

• 📵 Are notifications disabled in the phone settings (section "Notifications").
• 🔕 Isn’t the channel worth "Blocked" (on Telegram or YouTube).
• 📧 Do emails from YouTube get into "Spam" (if email notifications are enabled).

Release schedule for new releases in 2026

This year the release format has changed: instead of weekly videos, it is now released 2 full-length releases per month (on Tuesdays) and 4 short streams (on Thursdays). Here is the current schedule for the coming months:

— Full releases (30–60 minutes): 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 19:00 Moscow time.

— Streams with answers to questions (15–20 minutes): every Thursday at 20:30 Moscow time (stream archives are posted on YouTube after 24 hours).

— Exclusive releases for cartridges (available by subscription to Patreon): last Friday of the month.

Topics for upcoming issues (according to data from Telegram channel):

• 🔧 May 14 — Diagnostics CAN buses on Toyota Camry 2018+ (part 2).
• ⚡ May 21 — Repair of the power window control unit Volkswagen Passat B6.
• 📡 May 28 (cartridges) — Analysis of errors P0300–P0306 on Lada Vesta.
• 🔌 June 4 — Installation of an additional connector 12V in the trunk.

Streams take place in YouTube chats and Telegram-voice, where you can ask questions in real time. To participate:

1. Subscribe to the channel and turn on notifications (see previous section).
2. 10 minutes before the start of the stream, go to live broadcast page.
3. Write your question in the comments - the most popular ones will be answered on air.

How to watch Auto Electrician's Garage on TV

If you prefer to watch episodes on the big screen, there are several ways to play the video on Smart TV or through the console. We tested all the options - here's what works without glitches:

1. YouTube on Smart TV:

1. Open the application YouTube on TV.
2. In the search, enter "Car electrician's garage" and select the official channel.
3. If the video doesn't play, update the app or restart your TV.

2. Via set-top box (Android TV, Apple TV, Xiaomi Box):

1. Install YouTube or SmartTubeNext (for Android TV).
2. Sign in to your Google account to save your subscriptions.
3. Use voice search: say “Turn on the Auto Electrician’s Garage latest episode”.

3. From phone to TV (Screen Mirroring):

1. On your phone, open a YouTube video.
2. Turn on "Broadcast to screen" (on Android: swipe down → “Smart View” or “Cast”).
3. Select your TV from the list of devices.

4. Via browser on TV:

1. Open your browser (eg Samsung Internet or Opera TV).
2. Go to channel.
3. If the video is slow, reduce the quality to 720p.

⚠️ Attention: On some TVs LG and Sony The YouTube app may not show the latest episodes due to cache. To fix this, clear the application data: Settings → Applications → YouTube → Clear cache.

How to speed up video loading on a weak TV?

If the video on your TV is constantly freezing, try:

1. Connect TV to the Internet via cable (not Wi-Fi).

2. Disable in YouTube settings "Autoplay" and "Quality statistics".

3. Use an alternative player, for example, SmartTubeNext (requires installation via ADB).

What to do if the video doesn't play

Sometimes new releases do not open due to technical problems on the platform or your device. Here is a checklist for troubleshooting:

1. Check your internet connection:

• 📶 If you are watching on Wi-Fi, reconnect or use mobile Internet.
• 🔌 On PC, check the speed at speedtest.net - for 1080p you need at least 10 Mbit/s.

2. Update the application or browser:

• 📱 On the phone: Play Market → My Apps → YouTube → Update.
• 🖥️ On PC: update Google Chrome or Firefox to the latest version.

3. Clear cache:

• 📺 On Smart TV: Settings → Applications → YouTube → Clear cache.
• 📱 On Android: Settings → Applications → YouTube → Storage → Clear cache.

4. Check geo-blocking:

• 🌍 If the video is not available in your region, use a VPN (for example, ProtonVPN or Windscribe).
• 🔒 On YouTube, sometimes changing the region in your account settings helps.

5. Alternative players:

• 🎬 If YouTube is glitchy, try opening the video via Invidious or Piped - these are lightweight versions of YouTube without unnecessary fluff.

Episode archive: where to find old episodes

If you need to repeat material from previous issues (for example, on repair generator or setting immobilizer), here's where to look for the full archive:

1. YouTube playlists — all issues are divided into thematic collections:

— Electronics diagnostics

— Repair of control units

— Installation of additional equipment

2. Official website - in the section "Archive" There are text versions of the releases with timecodes and diagrams. This is convenient if you need to quickly find information on a specific malfunction (for example, error U0100).

3. Torrent trackers - on Rutracker There are high quality compilations of issues for 2018–2023. Search by request "Car electrician's garage complete collection".

4. Telegram bot — in the @garage_avtoelektrika channel there is a bot that searches for releases using keywords. For example, if you enter "starter repair", it will provide links to all videos on this topic.

Year	Number of issues	Where is the archive available?	Format
2020	48	YouTube, Torrent	720p/1080p
2021	52	YouTube, Official website	1080p
2022	40	YouTube, Telegram	1080p + schemes
2023	36	YouTube, Patreon	1080p/4K (cartridges)
2026	12+ (for May)	YouTube, Rutub	1080p

If you need a specific episode, but don't remember its name, use the hashtag search in Telegram:

• #diagnostics - issues about scanning errors.
• #repair - troubleshooting.
• #installation - installation of equipment (alarms, cameras, etc.).
• #review - tests of tools and devices.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about watching episodes

Is it possible to download episodes for offline viewing?

Yes, but only legally:

1. On YouTube: use the function "Save offline" (available on the mobile app for patrons or subscribers YouTube Premium).
2. Through torrents: look for distributions on Rutracker or NNM-Club, but check the files with an antivirus.
3. Using programs: 4K Video Downloader or JDownloader (download from YouTube in original quality).

Important: Do not distribute downloaded videos - this violates copyright.

Why does YouTube say “Video unavailable”?

Causes and solutions:

• 🔒 Geoblocking - use a VPN (for example, ProtonVPN).
• 👤 Age restrictions — log into your YouTube account and confirm your age.
• 🚫 Removal based on complaint — check if the video has been moved to another playlist.
• 🛠️ Technical work — wait 1–2 hours and refresh the page.

Where to watch episodes without unnecessary water?

Options:

• 🎞️ YouTube Premium — paid subscription disables advertising.
• 🌐 Invidious/Piped - alternative YouTube players without unnecessary water (link).
• 📥 Download video and watch offline (see previous question).

Don't use ad blockers on YouTube — they can break the player.

How can I find an issue on a specific topic (for example, generator repair)?

Search methods:

1. On YouTube: search generator repair site:youtube.com/@GarageAvtoelektrika.
2. On the project website: use the filter by tags (link).
3. In Telegram: write to the bot @garage_avtoelektrika_bot request("generator").

If you haven’t found it, ask a question in the comments under the latest issue. The author often answers and provides links to old videos.

Is it possible to ask the author a question directly?

Yes, several ways:

• 📩 Email: write to info@garage-avtoelektrika.ru (response within 3–5 days).
• 💬 Telegram: in a group @garage_avtoelektrika_chat (answers are given by both the author and experienced participants).
• 🎥 Streams: Ask a question in the chat during the live broadcast (fastest way).

Advice: Attach a photo or video of the malfunction to the question - it’s easier to get an accurate answer.