I have been coming to Dad's garage for years. I am retired military and it is hard for me to find…read morepeople of high moral fiber that I actually trust with my vehicles. Mike is one of those people. I read some of the reviews and one sticks out like a sore thumb. Darren's post does not sound like any experience I have had. Mike is a stand up guy. Seems like a Darren issue not a Dads garage issue.

Got some tires rotated on both my car and my girlfriends. good fair prices and quick turnaround for…read moresimple stuff. Knowledgeable staff, i know my parents have used them in the past and been happy.

I needed to replace the EPS steering damper on my 2013 Toyota Camry. After reviewing online…read morefeedback and calling several local shops for estimates, I ultimately selected Huntingtown Automotive. Prior to taking my car in, I researched the typical repair costs. The replacement damper itself is an inexpensive part (around $10), and a fair total repair cost at an independent shop typically ranges from $300 to $450 based on 2 to 3 hours of labor. Many Camry owners reported paying roughly $300 at independent shops familiar with this specific fix. When I called Huntingtown Automotive beforehand, they gave me an estimate of approximately $300. However, once the job was completed, I was billed $750 based on 6 hours of labor. Surprised by the unexpected cost, I discussed the invoice with the shop manager, Troy, who subsequently reduced the bill to $600. While I appreciated the discount, I still feel that $600 is significantly higher than what is fair and reasonable for this repair.

02/2024 Came in for…read moreoil changes on both cars, as always excellent service and a job well done also checked tires and other fluids and filled as needed. Good for another 2-3 months

I brought my car here after the temperature gauge started running higher than normal during my…read morecommute. I initially thought it might just be an aging coolant issue, but I didn't want to keep driving it and risk turning a cooling-system problem into an engine problem. Their technicians inspected the heating and coolant system rather than simply topping off the reservoir and sending me home. They found that the coolant level was low and traced the issue to a leak that needed attention. They also checked the hoses and other components of the cooling system and explained what they found before doing the repair. I appreciated that because I wanted to understand why the temperature had been fluctuating instead of just being handed a repair bill. While they had the vehicle, they also checked the heater operation because I'd noticed that the cabin heat wasn't getting as warm as it normally did. The technician explained how the coolant system affects both engine temperature and the vehicle's heating system, which helped everything make much more sense. After the repair and coolant service, the temperature gauge stayed exactly where it should during both stop-and-go D.C. traffic and longer drives. The heater also returned to normal operation. I love that they didn't immediately recommend replacing expensive parts. They inspected the system, identified the actual problem, explained the repair, and then verified that everything was operating properly afterward. That's exactly the kind of approach I want from an auto repair shop. Plus, everyone was professional throughout the visit, and the technicians clearly knew what they were doing - very reassuring!

My car completely dead and died on me in a grocery store parking lot last week. I was losing my…read moremind thinking it was a blown alternator and bracing myselft for a massive towing and repair bill.l I managed to get it here, and the team figured out the issue almost immediately. Turns out it was just a dead battery mixed with a tricky little wiring short. They didn't try to upsell me or hit me with fake diagnostics fees just fixed the wire, swapped the battery, and had me back on the road the same afternoon. Super honest guys, quick turnaround, and they saved me a massive headache.

Horrible job. Manager is nasty. I would not recommend to send any cars. The only thing going is the…read morepeople are Nice. Parts guy Jacob was very nice and helpful l

Quick and accurate communication. Informed options to the customer and professional staff…read more Recommended.

I woke up Monday morning with an almost flat tire and I was on my way out of town to South Carolina…read moreby myself. It was an emergency situation! I called Art's and Chris said to bring it in (I've been a loyal customer of Art's for 9 years). They were able to squeeze me in at the last minute, fix my tire, air up the rest of my tires, and made sure I was safe to leave on my trip. I could not express how grateful I am for the value of service I received. I would recommend Art's to anyone! Thank you so much for everything!!! Y'all are the best!!!

Chris & Mercedes CARE !! About customers they were able to fix my car and get me on the road ,…read morevery knowledgeable , no hidden bs you get with other shops. Nice people !!!!

I have been taking our family's cars to RPM for over ten years. Mike, the owner, is always honest…read moreand clear about what needs to be done versus what could be done for repair or maintenance. He also does vehicle inspections, including motorcycles. It's a small shop and he may not always be able to finish the work on the day you dropped it off, but that is usually more due to availability of parts than anything else. Highly recommended.

I go to this shop for service to my regular cars, as well as my Corvettes and street rods. This is…read morea one-man operation and you will be dealing with the owner, Mike. This is not a fancy shop full of the latest and greatest equipment. However, he does have a bitchin Snap-On diagnostic computer for the later model cars. Mike is a local Southern Maryland country boy and his somewhat shy countryfied charm will be apparent the first time you meet him. You will never be pressured to have extra work done on your car. Mike does not work that way. if he sees something while he's fixing your immediate problem he will tell you, but won't tell you that you have to fix it now. I tell my friends that he's as honest as the day is long. When he gives you an explanation of the problem, it's simple, direct, and to the point. He never speaks down to you. I have sent several female friends to him through the years and every one has remained a regular customer. I also believe that Mike is one of the most reasonably priced shops in Calvert County.

Where do I begin with a gem of a place?! Found out from a local friend, said this was a great mom…read moreand pop shop that was still run by hardworking good people. This was my second time coming to the location, the first time was for an O2 Sensor which the welder took great care of the issue. I then went this time for my beater truck which needed some strut towers installed the old ones were rusted. Let me tell you the price was unbeatable and they completely my car in a matter of days. Also the lady at the counter was so nice and friendly, makes you feel right at home. Let me tell you I will be coming back for all my automotive needs!

Bought a used car of an auto body repair place in the same complex as Owings Automotive. The…read moreseller recommended for a MD state inspection so I agreed. It passed MD state inspection with flying colors. No issues. I knew the tires should have failed because the tread wear indicators were exposed at the same level as the tread itself. I let that go because I had negotiated a price that would allow me to buy new tires. When the tires were being put on the garage called and told me it needed new brakes all around. The front should have never passed MD state inspection, metal on metal on the right side pads. The left side was at the minimum. The rotors also needed to be turned. The back brakes were at the state minimum so nevertheless they passed as expected. Be aware of this place.

After the hard sell they gave me the run around. I needed the two rear tires on my truck replaced…read moredue to wear. The front two are newer and in good condition. They tried several times to sell me four new tires, said they could only get expensive tires for my model, I should leave the truck and they would have their expert take a look at it and do everything I needed,etc. I said I was looking for two rears tires at a resonable price - nothing more. They finally got my point and quoted me '$144 complete' for 'entry level tires'. After the install, the price was $307. The sales woman didn't tell me the $144 was per tire. Pushy and misleading. I will never go to this place again.

Worst automotive shop I've ever been to. Mediocre mechanic running a low budget operation. Slow…read more(had my car 5 days!) and still doesn't get the repair done right the first time, so I had to take it there twice. I didn't know not to go there b/c I'm not from the area. Then, I talked to a local and it seems to be common knowledge. Anyone who writes a good review ijust got lucky.

Went to Hi-Tech 2.0 for some repairs. I agreed to everything they recommended ($2800), but by their…read moreown admission my truck drove worse after they finished. Said I needed lower control arms (additional $1300) before they could do an alignment. I said no thanks, went elsewhere, and got an alignment for $150 no problem. Side note 1: the truck wasn't safe to drive when I picked it up so I took it immediately to another shop. Side note 2: I called 2x to speak with TJ and emailed as well: no answer. I don't think they're dishonest. I just think they lack the experience to properly diagnose vehicles. Seems like they look at it like "let's see what we can come up with" as opposed to "what needs to be fixed." Finally, every time I called, whoever answered the phone always just said "Hello" like she was answering her home phone. Not very professional. Also failed to mention 3% surcharge for laying with a credit card.

I have to update this review to show the honesty and integrity of R&G. After the owner (Omar) read…read moremy initial review, he immediately contacted me. Acknowledging that I am a longstanding customer, he recognized how concerned I was about the previous visit, and immediately made a correction. I too understood his concerns, and we came to a happy medium. I can honestly say that I would definitely recommend R&G! And if you ever encounter any problems, please contact Omar.. he's a listener and doer!

I recently came here based off reviews and am glad I did! I want to pay it forward to the crew at…read moreR&G and leave a review for their great service! My 2016 Mazda 6 needed a replacement on the tensioner and serp / pump belt. My car runs like a top and am very happy with their work! These will be my new go to guys for any mechanical work I need done on my or my family's car.