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5 Best Car Repair Shops in Austin (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

Talise Sterling
By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Updated · 7 min read

We compared 13 car repair shops in Austin on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

A warning light doesn't wait for a convenient day, and every one of the car repair shops in Austin on this page lists weekday hours only on Google. Together they've logged more than 4,000 reviews, with ratings from 4.6 to 4.9 and more than 1,300 of those reviews at Auto Tek, so the useful question is which shop matches your car and your schedule.

Short answer: Auto Tek on Gillis St is the top pick, rated 4.9 from more than 1,300 Google reviews. Juke Auto (4.6, more than 1,100 reviews) and Dave's Ultimate Automotive (4.7, more than 780) follow. Reviewer highlights at Auto Tek read "reasonable price" or "great price".
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Austin Repair Shops Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Auto Tek 4.9 ★ 1,355 Documented diagnostics, all makes View ›
2 Juke Auto 4.6 ★ 1,104 Quick turnarounds, hybrid and EV View ›
3 Dave's Ultimate Automotive 4.7 ★ 785 Maintenance and honest second opinions View ›
4 Rising Sun Automotive 4.7 ★ 438 Japanese and import vehicles View ›
5 Hi-Tech Automotive 4.6 ★ 348 Classic and foreign cars View ›
5 Best Car Repair Shops in Austin (2026)

The shops, reviewed

Auto Tek logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Auto Tek

4.91,355 Google reviews

Auto Tek is an auto repair shop at 4313 Gillis St, open Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 5 PM. Its site says it has served Austin since 1993 and lists brakes, A/C, diagnostics, engine, transmission, clutch, alignment, fleet and hybrid repair, with Asian, European and domestic makes. Reviewers describe photos of the diagnostics and a written-up inspection.

What people praise

  • Reviewers say staff send photos and explain what they found
  • A reviewer with a no-start problem was charged only for the diagnostic after a missing fuse was found
  • One reviewer says the work comes with a warranty
  • A reviewer who got a dealership quote says Auto Tek's estimate was much lower

Worth knowing

  • A busy shop, so reviewers suggest booking an appointment
  • Closed weekends
Reputation scorecardrank in Austin
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume1,355 · 96th
Confidencevery high
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most reviews on this page, with a 4.9. A strong default for diagnosis and general repair, as long as you book ahead.

Website+1512-200-8690 Directions

4313 Gillis St, Austin, TX 78745

Juke Auto logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Juke Auto

4.61,104 Google reviews

Juke Auto is a husband-and-wife-owned repair shop at 924 Shady Ln, open Monday through Friday. Its site lists engine, transmission, brake, battery, fuel system and hybrid and EV repair, and Google adds oil changes, tires and alignment. Reviewers describe photo updates, rides to work and repairs finished ahead of the quoted time.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe repairs finishing ahead of the estimate
  • Photos and updates on what was wrong, per a reviewer
  • One reviewer was dropped off at work while the car was in the shop
  • A reviewer says staff reminded them of a 3-year warranty on the repairs

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer wanted faster status updates during an oil change visit
  • Closed weekends
Reputation scorecardrank in Austin
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume1,104 · 88th
Confidencehigh
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown86% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.6 from more than 1,100 reviews, and reviewers mention quick turnarounds and photos of the problem. Good for shoppers who want to be kept in the loop.

Website+1512-385-5853 Directions

924 Shady Ln, Austin, TX 78702

Dave's Ultimate Automotive logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Dave's Ultimate Automotive

4.7785 Google reviews

Dave's Ultimate Automotive is a South Austin repair shop at 2617 S 1st St, open Monday through Friday. Its site says its technicians are ASE-certified and lists factory-scheduled maintenance, oil changes and tire services, while Google also lists transmission, A/C and brake work. An online booking link is listed on Google.

What people praise

  • A reviewer who got a second opinion on brakes says they were told only the front brakes needed replacing
  • Staff who explain upcoming maintenance without pressure, per a reviewer
  • A reviewer mentions a new-customer discount of 20% on parts, up to $200
  • Long-term customers describe a small-shop, family feel

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer's online booking didn't have room when they arrived
Reputation scorecardrank in Austin
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume785 · 81st
Confidencehigh
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown88% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.7 from more than 780 reviews. A good fit for maintenance and for a second opinion before a big repair.

Website Book now+1512-881-7210 Directions

2617 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704

Rising Sun Automotive logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Rising Sun Automotive

4.7438 Google reviews

Rising Sun Automotive is an import-focused repair shop at 1001 S Lamar Blvd, open Monday through Friday. Its site says it has specialized in Japanese vehicles since 1975 and lists engine, transmission, brake, steering, A/C and electrical work. Reviewers describe Toyota and Lexus owners who keep coming back.

What people praise

  • Reviewers say staff advise against work a car doesn't need yet
  • A detailed cost breakdown and a fast turnaround, per a reviewer
  • A long-term Lexus owner says the shop recommends maintenance only when it's needed
  • Staff who suggest a better day to drop off a car when the shop is full

Worth knowing

  • A busy shop, so allow time for scheduling
Reputation scorecardrank in Austin
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume438 · 73rd
Confidencehigh
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown87% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.7 from more than 430 reviews. The pick for Toyota, Lexus and other Japanese brands.

Website Book now+1737-315-3399 Directions

1001 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

Hi-Tech Automotive logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Hi-Tech Automotive

4.6348 Google reviews

Hi-Tech Automotive is a repair shop at 1801 S Congress Ave, open Monday through Friday. Google lists repair, oil changes, body work, car inspection and used car sales. Reviewers describe work on a classic Alfa Romeo and a Saab, and one customer who has used the shop for about twenty years.

What people praise

  • Reviewers praise a patient, methodical approach to diagnosis on classic foreign cars
  • A prioritized list of next steps, according to one reviewer
  • One long-term customer says they've also bought two used vehicles there
  • Reviewers describe honest advice and fair pricing

Worth knowing

  • Closed weekends
Reputation scorecardrank in Austin
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume348 · 65th
Confidencehigh
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown88% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.6 from more than 340 reviews. Worth a call if you drive an older or foreign car.

Website+1512-441-1933 Directions

1801 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

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How the scores are built

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown. Rating is the live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated the shop, compared against other Austin repair shops. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from more than a thousand people carries more weight than a 4.9 from a few dozen. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What does car repair cost in Austin?

Cost depends on the repair, the parts, the make and model, and whether the shop charges a diagnostic fee that is credited back. Ask for an estimate in writing, and ask what warranty covers the work.

Repair shops around Austin

These shops are mostly in South and Central Austin: Auto Tek on Gillis St, Dave’s Ultimate Automotive on S 1st St, Rising Sun Automotive on S Lamar Blvd, Hi-Tech Automotive on S Congress Ave and Juke Auto on Shady Ln. Looking for car repair shops near me? Each listing shows a phone number and directions.

What to ask before you drop off your car

  • Is there a diagnostic fee, and is it credited if I approve the repair?
  • Can you send me photos or notes on what you find?
  • What warranty covers the parts and labor?
  • How long will it take, and is a loaner or ride available?
  • Do you work on my make and model?

Frequently asked questions

Which Austin repair shops specialize in Japanese or import cars?

Rising Sun Automotive’s site says it specializes in Japanese vehicles and has done so since 1975. Hi-Tech Automotive’s reviewers describe work on a classic Alfa Romeo and a Saab, and Auto Tek’s site lists Asian and European makes.

Do Austin repair shops warranty their work?

One Auto Tek reviewer says all its work is warranted, and a Juke Auto reviewer says staff reminded them of a 3-year warranty on their repairs. Ask any shop what is covered and for how long, and get the terms in writing.

Do I need an appointment at an Austin auto shop?

Often, yes. Auto Tek reviewers say it’s popular and recommend booking ahead, and Dave’s Ultimate Automotive and Rising Sun both list online booking on Google. All the shops here list weekday hours only, so plan around that.

Can I get a second opinion before a big repair?

A Dave’s Ultimate Automotive reviewer describes a free brake check that narrowed a larger quote down to front brakes only. Auto Tek and Juke Auto reviewers describe getting photos of the problem before approving work.

The bottom line

Auto Tek is the safe default for most cars on rating and review depth, Rising Sun suits Japanese brands, and Hi-Tech suits older foreign cars. Whoever you pick, ask for photos and a written estimate before approving the work.

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