Throughout South and Southwest Austin, residents can find locally owned auto repair shops offering services ranging from oil and filter changes to state inspections. For community members seeking minor fixes or major repairs, the following list provides options for various services at locations across the region. This list is not comprehensive.
1. Austin Auto Repair
9324 W. Hwy. 290
512-288-4932
www.austinautorepairtx.com
Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun.
Services: Brake, electrical services, oil and filter, and tire services
Extra services: engine and transmission, heating and cooling, tuneups
Specialties: domestic and import cars and trucks
2. Christian Brothers Automotive
9200 Brodie Lane
512-920-6660
www.cbac.com/brodie-lane
Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun.
Services: Brakes, electrical services, oil and filter change, tire services
Extra services: engine and transmission, heating and cooling, tuneups
Specialties: domestic and import cars and trucks (all makes and models)
3. Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care
6534 S. Congress Ave.
512-518-5412
www.cottmanofsouthaustin.com
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-noon, closed Sun.
Services: Battery, Brakes, Electrical services, oil and filter, tires services
Extra services: heating and cooling,
tuneups, transmission repair, diagnostics
Specialties: domestic and import cars and trucks (all makes and models)
4. Dr. Beemer
8901 S. First St.
512-573-7423
www.drbeemer.com
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun.
Services: Brakes, electrical services, oil and filter change, tire services
Extra services: courtesy inspections, heating and cooling, tuneups, detailing (services depend on make of vehicle)
Specialties: European cars, including BMW, Mini Cooper, Land Rover and Mercedes-Benz
5. Edgestone Automotive
10908 W. Hwy. 290
512-580-7429
www.edgestoneautomotive.com
Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun.
Services: Brakes, oil and filter change, tire services
Extra services: timing belts, air conditioning services, tuneups
Specialties: European, Asian and American vehicles
6. Klingemann Car Care Center
5635 W. Hwy. 290
512-892-3737
www.klingemanncarcare.com
Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., closed Sun.
Services: Battery, Brakes, oil and filter, state inspections, tires services
Extra services: heating and cooling, transmission repair, tuneups
7. Lamb’s Tire & Automotive
A. 5001 Hwy. 290
B. 501 W. Slaughter Lane
C. 2204 W. Slaughter Lane
512-891-9988 (Hwy. 290), 512-280-5235 (2204 W. Slaughter Lane), 512-291-8662 (501 W. Slaughter Lane)
www.lambstire.com
Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Sun.
Services: brakes, electrical services, oil and filter, state inspections, tire services
Extra services: engine diagnostics, engine cooling system and radiator repair, transmission repair, tuneups
8. Lawson Tire & Automotive
9520 Hwy. 290
512-288-5022
www.lawsontireandautomotive.com
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun.
Services: brakes, oil and filter, tire services
Extra services: engine diagnostics, transmission repair, radiator/cooling repairs, heating/air conditioning repairs, tuneups
Specialties: domestic and import cars and trucks (all makes and models)
9. Leonard’s Garage & Service Center
4401 S. First St.
512-445-2892
www.ineedcarrepair.com
Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun.
Services: battery, brakes, electrical services, oil and filter, state inspections, tire services
Extra services: transmission repair, heating and cooling, tuneups, safety/emissions inspections
Specialties: hybrid vehicle services, fleet services
10. Lopez Auto Repair
8811 S. First St.
512-840-0066
www.lopezautorepair.com
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun.
Services: battery, brakes, electrical services, oil and filter, state inspections, tire services
Extra services: transmission repairs, heating and air conditioning repair, engine repair and replacement, tuneups
Specialties: domestic and import cars and trucks (all makes and models)
11. Lugnuts Automotive Services
6212 Manchaca Road
512-445-6887
www.lugnutsautomotive.com
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun.
Services: brakes, electrical services, oil and filter, tire services
Extra services: air conditioning services, tuneups, timing belt repair, diagnostics, wheels and suspension services
Specialties: Asian imports and domestics
12. Manchaca Service Center
11833 Manchaca Road
512-280-0685
www.manchacaservicecenter.com
Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. by appointment, closed Sun.
Services: brakes, electrical services, oil and filter, tire services
Extra services: tuneups, engine services, computer diagnostics, air conditioning repair
Specialties: domestic and import cars and trucks (all makes and models)
13. McSpadden’s Tire & Automotive
4241 S. Congress Ave.
512-623-7582
https://mcspaddenautomotive.com
Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-1 p.m., closed Sun.
Services: battery, brakes, oil and filter, state inspections, tire services
Extra services: cooling service, heating and air conditioning, power flushes
Specialties: domestic, import, European and diesel cars
14. Sun Auto Service
405 W. Slaughter Lane
512-368-4752
www.sunautoservice.com
Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Sun.
Services: battery, brakes, oil and filter, tire services
Extra services: transmission repair, engine repair, air conditioning services, emission testing, timing belt replacement, tuneups
Specialties: domestic and import cars and trucks (all makes and models)
Routine maintenance on a vehicle can help extend a car’s life and help it run more smoothly and efficiently. (via Source: Department of Motor Vehicles, Michelin/Community Impact Newspaper)
