Last updated October 5, 2026 · ranked from 1,012 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 10 auto repair shops in and around Kalamazoo, MI, led by Full Service Auto Repair, Performance Plus Auto & Fabrication and Wenger Automotive. Together they have 1,012 Google reviews; C.A.R. Services LLC has the highest Google rating on the list at 5.0. Every place on the list is in Kalamazoo, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
A 4.9-star Google rating across 114 reviews anchors Full Service Auto Repair’s No. 1 placement in Kalamazoo, MI. Located at 3803 Gembrit Cir, the shop lists onsite services, a mechanic, and oil changes among its offerings. Appointments are recommended, making advance planning part of arranging a visit. A wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking provide practical access, while credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments give customers several ways to pay.
Custom exhaust work and performance tuning distinguish Performance Plus Auto & Fabrication at 4024 Portage Street in Kalamazoo, MI. Its No. 2 placement is supported by that specialty work, a broad repair menu, and a 4.7-star Google rating from 116 reviews. The shop handles brakes, tune-ups, oil changes, and fluid exchanges, along with engine and transmission replacements. It reports having ASE-certified technicians. Appointments are required, with hours Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Custom exhaust work
Performance tuning
Engine and transmission replacements
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ASE-certified and state-certified technicians, a broad repair lineup, and a 4.6-star Google rating from 67 reviews earn Wenger Automotive the No. 3 spot. The women-owned shop at 201 E Alcott St in Kalamazoo, MI handles engine and transmission repairs, diesel service, electrical diagnostics, brakes, suspension, and alignments, alongside oil changes and routine maintenance. It is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with appointments recommended. Onsite parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance add practical convenience.
Straightforward diagnostics and a broad repair menu earn May Automotive LLC the No. 4 spot in Kalamazoo, MI. Operating since 2018 at 734 Portage Street, the shop handles Asian import, domestic, and fleet vehicles, with services ranging from oil changes to electrical, engine, and transmission repairs. One reviewer appreciated receiving a diagnostic report and choosing which recommendations to approve; others describe thorough assessments and respectful treatment. Its 4.5-star Google rating across 194 reviews adds support. Appointments are required.
Detailed diagnostic reports
Fleet vehicle service
Electrical repair services
“My car battery died right at the corner near the shop. They got me out of the road, and scheduled for a replacement that same day. It was a relief to have broken down right next to the shop and have them take care of me.”
Transmission work is the clearest reason Superior Transmission earns rank 5 among auto repair shops in Kalamazoo, MI. Located at 2107 Palmer Ave, the shop has a 4.5-star Google rating from 124 reviews. Supplied reviews describe a truck running smoothly after transmission work and a replacement completed correctly the first time. Reviewers also praise the team’s knowledge and helpfulness. Appointments are recommended, and the shop offers onsite services, accepts credit and debit cards, and has a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Transmission repair focus
Knowledgeable, helpful team
Appointments recommended
“I went with my friend Franco for his truck for transmission work the owner and the staff very helpful they did great job on the truck now running very smooth 👍👏🇮🇹🇲🇦🇵🇸”
A 4.6-star Google rating from 43 reviews helps earn D & S Auto Kalamazoo Shop the No. 6 spot. Located at 3520 East Cork Street in Kalamazoo, MI, the business lists oil changes and an on-site mechanic. Its weekday hours run from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., allowing for early visits. Appointments are recommended, and credit and debit cards are accepted. A wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking add practical access features for customers planning a visit.
Oil changes and an on-site mechanic give drivers concrete reasons to consider 3N1 Service Stop in Kalamazoo, MI. The shop earns rank 7 with those listed offerings and a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 15 reviews. Located at 1021 N Westnedge Ave, Suite B, it also lists wheelchair-accessible parking. Its rating, mechanic availability, and oil-change service are the key reasons it makes this list.
A service list spanning routine maintenance and repairs earns Independent Automotive & Performance the No. 8 spot. Located at 1800 King Hwy in Kalamazoo, MI, the shop lists oil changes, diagnostics, tune-ups, brake service, and suspension repairs. Its Google rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 30 reviews. Hours run Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and appointments are required. A wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking provide practical access, while credit and debit card payments are accepted.
Diagnostics and tune-ups
Brake and suspension repairs
Appointments required
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Quick turnaround in several customer accounts helps put Muffler Man at No. 9. This shop at 913 Riverview Dr in Kalamazoo, MI has a 4.3 Google rating from 307 reviews and lists oil changes among its services. One reviewer reported a flex-pipe repair completed in a couple of hours; another described same-day diagnosis and getting back on the road within 24 hours. Feedback also includes a complaint about exhaust work and accountability. Saturday hours run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Oil changes
Saturday hours
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
“Thank you Muffler Man, my flex pipe broke and my exhaust was dragging the ground. They got me in and out in a couple of hours and didn’t break the bank like most places.”
Repair work, car audio, and high-performance parts sales and installation give C.A.R. Services LLC its place at No. 10. Located at 3710 S Westnedge Ave, Suite A, in Kalamazoo, MI, the shop covers both automotive repairs and audio or performance projects. It holds a 5-star Google rating from two reviews and opens Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wheelchair-accessible parking and an accessible entrance add practical conveniences, as does acceptance of credit and debit cards.
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each auto repair shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Kalamazoo category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Auto Repair Shops in Kalamazoo, MI: common questions
Which auto repair shops in Kalamazoo, MI are open on Sundays?
Uncle Ed’s Oil Shoppe at 3429 S Westnedge Ave, Firestone Complete Auto Care at 3529 S Westnedge Ave, and Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers at 1001 Riverview Dr all list Sunday hours of 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Firestone and Monro list appointments as required.
Where can I get transmission repairs in Kalamazoo, MI?
AAMCO at 541 Portage Street lists transmission and clutch repairs and has 4.7 stars from 265 reviews. Superior Transmission at 2107 Palmer Ave specializes in transmission repair and has 4.5 stars from 124 reviews. AAMCO opens at 7:30 a.m. Monday–Friday; Superior lists hours of 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Thursday. Both recommend appointments.
Which shops in Kalamazoo, MI offer wheel alignments and brake work?
Otto Kihm Tire And Service at 425 E Vine St lists wheel alignment and brake services, with weekday hours of 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m. May Automotive LLC at 734 Portage Street also lists alignments and brakes, alongside electrical, engine, and transmission repairs. May’s hours are 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Monday–Thursday. Both list appointments as required.
Where can I get collision damage repaired in Kalamazoo, MI?
Caliber Collision at 522 E Walnut St lists auto body repair, dent removal, and fender repair, covering minor dents through major collision damage. It has a 4.7 Google rating from 292 reviews and lists a limited lifetime warranty on its services. Hours are 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Monday–Friday, and appointments are recommended.
Which shops in Kalamazoo, MI have the highest Google ratings?
Westnedge Auto leads the listed shops with 4.9 stars from 164 reviews, followed by Uncle Ed’s Oil Shoppe with 4.8 from 813. Three shops hold 4.7 ratings: Caliber Collision with 292 reviews, AAMCO with 265, and Spring Valley Motors at 735 Mills St with 128.
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