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    Tyler v.

    Anh Bình is great and attentive. Sweet man. Service is very quick. I've been coming here for the last 12 years. Highly recommend.

    Lloyd C.

    ALS Smog & Repair in located in the Minnis Circle, where a lot of car shops are (repair, body work, paint, etc). I was referred to ALS years ago by my mechanic, Duc, and have been taking my cars here. I've only had cars older than 2006. Not to say they cannot do other cars. They do honest work here. The testing is quick, usually less than 20 min. They do get busy, so plan accordingly.

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    Maggie G.

    Quick service with minimal wait time. I walked in on a Monday morning a little after 10am. My car was next up, they took my car in with in minutes of my arrival. I have a 2008 SUV, cost was $45. This place is situated behind the Milpitas police building month many other car mechanic shops. They are closed on Sundays.

    Alex L.

    This is a small family owned pop shop tucked away in a small plaza in Milpitas, but because of that you really get the opportunity to get to know your mechanic and gain their trust. I've been going to Steven for my car maintenance for years! He's very knowledgeable and handy, with their services priced very well! You can tell that they really care about the service that they provide, treating every car that comes in as if it's their own. On top of that, all the products that they use for your car is of high quality. The best part is, if you have any questions they'll answer honestly and to the best of their ability without beating around the bush.

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    29 days ago

    Mr Do is very professional, quick and cheap. 11/10 would go back again. Don't get scammed elsewhere, trust in the Do.

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    The owner is very honest and get the job done fast. The price is right. I recommend this place.

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    3 months ago

    Always 5 stars for me. Both Binh and Steven are very nice, honest and knowledgeable. You will get good work when coming here

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    Quick service with minimal wait time. Smoke check cost is reasonable; I paid $45 last time. The owner is great

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    In and out in under30 minutes with my smog certificate. Owner was very pleasant to talk to.

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    2 years ago

    best service and best price in the bay!!! i've been going to binh for years ever since i moved to the bay area!!!

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    6 years ago

    Went in for a smog check. Quick and simple, no issues at all. Will go again for similar services

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    5 years ago

    Great service! I recommend anyone who needs to get their smog to come here. Fast and cheap!

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    When I was told my entire engine needed to be replaced, I felt sick to my stomach. Anyone who has…read morebeen through a major car repair knows it's a hard pill to swallow, especially in California, where repair costs can be overwhelming and it often feels like everyone is charging an arm and a leg. That's why finding Kris was such a blessing. From the very beginning, Kris treated me with kindness, honesty, and professionalism. He took the time to explain everything, kept me updated throughout the process, and never made me feel like just another customer. During a stressful situation, his patience and communication made a world of difference. What impressed me most was his attention to detail. He wasn't interested in simply getting the job done, he wanted to make sure it was done right. That level of care and pride in his work is hard to find these days. I had no idea this hidden gem of a shop even existed, but I can confidently say I won't be taking my vehicle anywhere else. Not only did Kris get my Chevy back on the road, but he returned it in better condition than it was before the engine issues started. If you're looking for someone who is honest, knowledgeable, professional, and offers fair, affordable rates, Kris is the real deal. I will absolutely be returning for oil changes, maintenance, and any future vehicle repairs. Thank you, Kris, for helping me through a stressful situation and treating me with such kindness and respect. You've earned a customer for life(:

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    (565 reviews)

    True to their name, the technicians here are nothing but professional. No BS, they'll inform you…read morewith the checks as they go. But stress free equals a higher premium. Will definitely visit again if my schedule is tight.

    BEWARE -- DO NOT GO HERE!!…read more Horrible customer service, questionable diagnosis, and a very disappointing experience from start to finish. We took our work van to Stress Free Auto Care after finding them on Yelp. They were close to home and, more importantly, veteran-owned. As a company that supports veteran nonprofits, we were excited to support another veteran-owned business--even though their pricing was higher than other shops we considered. Our van had been having issues starting and randomly shutting off. They quickly diagnosed it and sent us an estimate for around $1,200, which we approved. We were told it would be ready by the end of the day and picked it up the following morning. The very next day, the van broke down multiple times on the freeway, nearly causing accidents. This was extremely dangerous and terrifying. We immediately contacted the shop and were told to bring it back. We had to leave the van at a jobsite and figure out how to get it back to San Jose, which created even more stress and disruption to our business. We dropped it off in the morning and heard nothing all day. The next morning, we had to follow up ourselves, only to be told they were still running diagnostics. We were then told there was now another issue that would cost even more to repair. If the original diagnosis was incorrect, I expected the shop to take some responsibility and offer a reasonable solution. Instead, the resolution offered was a "free" diagnostic--which is essentially already credited toward service anyway. There was no real effort to make things right, no empathy for the situation, and no meaningful resolution. We were basically told we could come pick up the van. Business owner to business owner: this is not how you take care of customers. When a customer spends over $1,200 based on your diagnosis and their vehicle breaks down immediately afterward, leaving them with a dangerous, non-operational work vehicle, you should be doing everything possible to make it right. This entire experience has been incredibly STRESSFUL. STRESS FREE AUTO CARE?! Yeah, right. Take your business elsewhere.

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    Had John and Sandy take care of my Lexus V8 here. This shop is my go to for performance upgrades…read more Their prices are fair and they have the experience and the expertise to upgrade and repair your performance vehicle. I had brake pads, exhaust, as well as LCA bushings installed here. The installs are clean and done correctly the first time. I am happy with their service and look forward to bring my car in for service and performance upgrades.

    This is a belated review, but I have had my Lexus GX470 serviced at Exact Motorsports twice in the…read morelast couple years. In November 2024, my lexus had an oil leak. I went to investigate and it was near the oil filter housing it attaches to. drove it to Exact motorsports to have them evaluate, and Sandy & John were helpful in diagnosing the problems. They seem to be very knowledgable with the toyota/lexus platform. They gave me a reasonable quote and I left the car with them. They also mentioned it was probably due for new spark plugs, and a new valve cover gasket so I had them throw that in there as well. When I picked up the car, it drove much more efficiently and no more leaks! Turns out it was a broken O ring. I enjoyed that experience, so a year later (Nov 2025) my belt was squeeking a lot in cold weather. They were able to diagnose and swap the belt to a new one within a day or so. No more squeeks in the cold mornings. The best part about exact is that its a mom and pop, locally owned shop that doesnt put you in a upsell, pressure environment. They tell you what you need, what you dont need, and what are nice to do but not urgent so you can make your choices for the best quote. I will be going to them for any future needs for my Lexus, and have been recommending them to my friends and family for the same purposes.

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    I watched my brother frequently visit Alvin's growing up, and had to carry on the legacy and have…read moreAlvin's be my usual mechanic for general automotive repairs. Mike at the front desk has always been super helpful. From my first car fresh out of high school to the 5+ vehicles i've owned since, there is no other shop I would trust for quite literally any service. Even minor things that I know I can do at home like alternators, batteries, oil changes, there's a level of comfort in bringing my car to Alvin's that no other shop can possibly give me. The pricing is fair for the immense value that you get. Mike will only ever order warranty parts for you unless agreed otherwise. I've seen warranty for parts range between 1-5 years. It gives you an extra level of comfort behind the price you pay for your repairs and maintenance. Alsoheir technicians are truly top notch. Many, many, many years in the industry. Mike has a great memory of his clients too. Not many shops have that level or care and attention. If any shop catches your attention for your next service, Alvin's should definitely be your first pick. You won't regret it.

    I was recommended by my cousins to take my car here. My car didn't start Monday morning and I…read morecalled Alvin if I was able to tow my car there, they could but they wouldn't be able to work on it till Wednesday. Fair enough and I appreciate the honesty. Since battery was still under warranty at dealer, I went there first. Only to have my car die again, this time at a gas station. Called Alvin's again and they were able to see me. Mike tried to check my car but it wouldn't start and he said it's my battery, not my alternator. He recommends I take it back to my dealer as he saw it was still under warranty. I appreciate the honesty and the help I got from Mike. Definitely going here for future car issues.

    ALS Smog & Repair - smog_check_stations - Updated September 2026

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