Have been here for decades, i don't realize i never leave a review for it. The best personable, yet reasonably priced service. The service is fast and as expected. read more

I've got a 2015 Toyota Sienna I bought used, and lately the brakes were shaking pretty bad at high speeds. I figured I might have to replace all four rotors and pads. I took it over to Evolution Automotive and booked an appointment. I actually missed my morning slot (my bad!), but they still took me in that afternoon and had my car ready the same day. This place is awesome. I actually found them through AI, and since I don't speak much English, I used a translation app to communicate. Even with that, they were super patient and understanding. My front rotors and pads were worn down to the limit, and they fixed it perfectly while saving me money. Couldn't be happier with the service--highly recommend! 我有一辆2015年的sienna，我购买的二手车，高速刹车抖动，我预计要更换全部前后轮刹车盘，刹车片。我开去evolution automotive，预约了时间，我很抱歉错过了上午的时间，下午过去，当天拿到了车。这是一个很伟大的地方。我通过AI找到了这里，我不懂英语，但是我使用了翻译软件，这就是我不得不花几分钟好评感谢这家店，帮我解决了很大的问题，我的前轮刹车盘和刹车片已经磨损到极限了。修车店帮我省钱，并完美的解决了我的问题。 我需要英语的评价，谢谢 read more

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Had my manual transmission and differential fluid changed all within an hour. Good service. I do not live in the area but will come in again. read more

Excellent service I received from Surya. Called him in morning and set appointment up at 3.00 p.m. same day. He fix my wife's Lexus ES 300 2003 with a blinking AC light. Will definitely recommend him to friends. read more

Evolution Automotive was my go-to shop for the 10 years I lived in Arcadia. Their service was always excellent, prices fair, and I could always trust the work being done. After relocating to the Bay Area 9 years ago, I still haven't been able to find another shop that provides the same level of service, honesty, and reasonable repair costs. Recently, I was reminded why this place is unmatched. While driving to San Diego for a wedding, I noticed noises under my engine and discovered the rear end of my splash guard had come loose. The next morning, I stopped by Evolution Automotive. Even though the shop was already packed at 8:30 a.m., the owner told me I'd need to wait a little. As soon as he finished with another car, he immediately lifted mine and fixed the issue in just 5 minutes. When I asked how much I owed, he simply said, "No charge. A thank you will make me happy." I even tried to pay for his time, but he politely declined. Thanks to his kindness and quick help, I made it to San Diego without worries and was able to attend the wedding stress-free. What stands out most about the owner is that while he may not look outwardly welcoming at first glance, he is truly a problem solver who cares deeply about his customers. That combination of skill, honesty, and genuine care is what makes Evolution Automotive so special. If you live in Arcadia or anywhere nearby, consider yourself lucky to have this shop in your neighborhood. It's rare to find an auto repair business you can trust this much. read more

My usual mechanic no longer opens on Saturdays which is a huge inconvenience for me. My coworker highly recommended to check Evolution Automotive and this is now my new place for oil changes and other issues. The prices are fair and he is honest and does not try to upsell you on anything else. Love the service. I would recommend anyone to come here. read more

The owner is not welcoming nor is he talkative. However, he is good at his job and is honest with you. He does oil changes and can do tire rotations if you tell him a day in advance. read more

The owner/operator is extremely honest, his prices are reasonable and he does great work! I recommend all my friends and family to him. I've been going to him for over a decade for all my repairs and maintenance. I have a 2010 Toyota 4Runner and a 2005 Acura TSX. read more

I recently needed replacement for rear brake pads for my 2015 Toyota Sienna and i called him to check the labor rate since i already had the parts, I was quoted a reasonable amount, much lower than my regular mechanic shop had suggested. i was able to get a same day lunch time appointment to get the work done and they were fast and professional. The owner of the shop test drove the vehicle after the work was done and seemed very honest about some future repair questions i had asked. Overall I think i found a new place to get my Toyota cars serviced and will come back as needed. read more

We have been taking all our 4 Honda cars there for several years. We recommended him to so many friends, some even come from very far. I am reluctant to write a good review because it's already very hard to get an appointment with him. He is always very busy. But I think he deserves to be acknowledged because he is not just an excellent mechanic but the most honest I have ever encountered. Many times I would bring my car with a concern, he would check it and tell me my car was ok, that didn't have any problem. No need to fix anything. No charge. Whaaat?!? He could easily make money on me pretending to fix something and charging me a fortune. But he doesn't do that. He is hard working and trustworthy. I dread the day he will retire. Can't find honest mechanics anymore.... read more

If you need your Toyota serviced I was recommended to Surya at Evolution Automotive. My friend mentioned his family has been coming here for 15 years so he highly recommends this place. I asked him to check my brakes on top of replacing my valve cover gasket and if he'd do it an all around checkup and he has discovered my right rear brakes are leaking and it needs to be looked at more closely and that I can bring it back another day but in the meantime he cleaned the area for me. So I wouldn't have a sticking issue when braking and going. I'm going to start coming here for my Toyota needs. read more

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Still the best mechanic I've ever been too. Straight up honest, reliable and trustworthy. I don't have to worry about my car being messed with. My whole family trusts him with all our (Japanese) cars. He will treat it like it's his own. read more

One of my co-workers recommended this place. Although I live at a distance (45 miles), I have to say, I found the mechanic I can trust who will treat me fair and square with my CRV. read more

Great service trustworthy mechanic. Got front brake pads done for $159.. will return for future service !

This is the most honest and reliable mechanic you can imagine. He is always there to help and he is a real gift. Plus he's very knowledgeable about all automotive problems. read more

So a friend recommended this place and I took my car here to check on all these flashing lights on my Lexus. Well I didn't get any work done here but I do want to show my appreciation. When I drove up in the morning Surya came up and I showed him the lights, immediately he suspected it was a problem with the brake actuator. So he got one of his guys to hook up some kind of diagnostic tool to confirm. He then explained to me that this was not a cheap thing to fix and due to the complexity he felt he wasn't the most qualified to fix the problem. I am very appreciative when mechanics are honest and don't try to monkey around with something they aren't qualified for. I'll definitely bring my car back for other services that is more routine. read more

Surya is the best!!! He has been working on all my family's cars for over 25 years. He's honest and very reasonable.

This is HANDS DOWN the best auto shop I've used over the years. Their detailed reports that are uploaded to links and texted as well as communication. Speed of repair! Quailty of repair! I can't speak highly enough of this place! I've taken mulitple vehicles here over several years and they always do a great job! read more

I have taken all of our japanese made cars to Suriya over the past 23 years. He is the most honest and patient mechanic I know. Our family would be lost without him.OEM parts recommended and it's almost always the best! Prices are very reasonable and he is honest, patient and extremely knowledgible. He tuly loves what he does. We recommend him to all our friend who drive japanese cars. You will never regret having your cars taken care of by him. The absolute best! read more

Found Surya bc Valvoline oil change over filled my car with oil and it started smoking. At first I thought it was a coolant problem took it to a my friends mechanic and they changed the coolant system. Drove it that night and smoke started coming out. At this point I was down thinking my engine is busted - crack piston head or blown gasket or something. Someone on from church recommended Surya and he immediately found the problem. Valvoline oil change station put 10 qt of oil! He drained 5 qts and he didn't charge me for diagnostic. Came back shortly for him to change the oil (again), the transmission fluid, and spark plugs. What was a bad thing turned out to be a blessing in disguise bc I found a trustworthy mechanic!! read more

When I bought my new Lexus, my dad told me that there's a good place on Live Oak that many people take their Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Fast forward 20 years, I no longer own my Lexus but Suyra serviced it for over 12 years. Suyra still continues to service my other vehicles and he's always my go to mechanic, I don't use anyone else - been coming here as a young adult and will continue to have Suyra service my cars. Surya is honest, trustworthy, resonable, smart and a extremely hard worker. He will never cheat you or suggest some repairs you don't need. Sometimes I ask him to change something and he tells me it looks fine, maybe next time. He will not overcharge you and always provides exceptional service / care. Surya is one of those few people in the world you can entrust your debit or credit cards - some relatives cannot be as trustworthy; he's highly ethical. Everyone I've recommended to Suyra / Evolution Automotive has stuck with him. Surya and his team is awesome, I highly recommend Surya and Evolution Automotive for all your vehichles' service/repair needs. Your Quick Three: Trustworthy/Honest - Resonable - Expertise read more

Been coming to Suyra since I was a kid! Used to come with my mom and now I come as an adult! One of the finest mechanics you'll find and one of the most honest ones. A Christian man as well. His guy Ikuya is a stand up dude as well, and knows his car. He just celebrated his 22nd year yesterday! read more

Evolution Automotive - Auto Repair Near Me - Arcadia, California

Oil change...was in and out with great service and workmanship, fast & knowledgeable. Toyota specialist.

I've been going here for oil changes and regular maintenance on my Honda Odysseys (two different vans) for the past 5-10 years. I trust the owner, Suriya. He only recommends what you actually need. And if something is out of his wheelhouse, he will let you know. Prices are very reasonable and the most important thing is I never have to shop around anymore because he is trustworthy. My husband also brings his Honda CRV (formerly Toyota Highlander) and my mom brings her Toyota Camrys (two different cars) as well. read more

Brakes and rotors all around with Toyota parts. Excellent work and price. Thank you!

I've been going to see Evolution for my Lexus GX470 on a recommendation from a friend and I could not be happier. This is an honest and trustworthy shop. They will not upsell or try to get you to fix things that don't need repair. If you are looking for a no nonsense Toyota mechanic, this is your place. read more

I have been coming to Evolution since I am in high school. I am now in my thirties. Surya, the owner, is the most honest mechanic I have ever met. His price is always very reasonable, because I tend to look around for other quotes from other auto shops. Evolution specializes in Toyota and Lexus, however, they can also deal with other Japanese brand. I am not sure about European brand though. I highly recommend this auto shop if you are looking for a quote. Another thing, the way Surya runs his store, 7:30 am to 10 am - strictly oil change only. After 10 am - all other repairs... read more

My family and friends have been using Evolution Auto for all of our car repairs and maintenance for more than 15 years already! He is absolutely the best I have worked with! I would recommend him to any family member, friend, or colleague. They all told me that he was great with them. He offers great service with very competitive prices. I would say that if you have a Toyota, Lexus, Honda, or Acura that needs any type of mechanical service, I would recommend you go to him first. It is like a family member taking care of your car! read more

The positive reviews are honestly true. I've been taking my wife's Toyota Camry here for years. The price is always competitive and the owner is trustworthy. I never get around to write a review but recently my wife's Camry stalled and he said it's transmission issue and also there was a recall and there is a software issue and only Toyota dealer can reprogram the car, but he flushed the transmission fluid and looked up on the computer to print out specific recall for me to take it to Toyota dealer, all WITHOUT CHARGE me a penny. What a guy and I got to write a review about this place. read more

I recently finished a 4000 mile trip relocating to the Arcadia area. It was stressful looking for a new repair shop after years with my auto mechanic in Chicago area. Much to my relief and satisfaction I found Evolution Automotive based on Yelp reviews. I had a great experience and plan on taking my car there for all future work. Surya, the owner, made the whole experience positive! He answered all my questions, which were many, and treated me with great respect. The repair result were great, though it was Surya's way of engaging me as a client that will keep me going back. read more

I used to rate this place 5 stars. Unfortunately, I have to report an Oil change scam. I brought my own 5QT Mobile 1 0w-20 which is $29.00 bought from Walmart, and the Bosch oil filter which is around $10.00 bought from Walmart. I paid $10.00 for oil change. What I got: 1. The technician did not give me back the bottle which supposed to be given back with 1 QT oil left over. 2. I asked him where is big bottle, and he said he poured the whole bottle in, so there is no left over. I said it's not supposed to have all 5 QT oil in the engine, but he said it's ok. 3. I bought a pipe sucked two water bottles(500ml)oil out from the dipstick hole 3 days after the oil change. The color of the oil was so dark. Pictures attached. 4. I brought the bottle with the oil sample back to Surya, and he said the color was normal because the engine always have some left over oil after each oil change. 5QT for once is ok. What I did: 1. I brought my car to Walmart and got a oil change again. 2. I asked the technician was the oil drained dirty? He said that was pretty dirty. 3. I asked him how long do you think I have not changed the oil. he said looked like 4000-5000 miles. That's exactly the miles from last last oil change. 4. I asked him is it possible just replace the oil filter without change the oil? He said it's possible. 5. I waited 3 days after the oil change, I suck the oil out and compare the color. Picture attached. What I want to say is: I want thank the technician who didn't return the oil bottle to me. If he didn't tell me he put all 5 QT oil in my engine, I wouldn't suck the extra oil out, and I couldn't get to see the color of the oil. This was an other good lesson I learned: never over trust anyone. always double check if possible. Good reputation on yelp doesn't mean any trustworthy. Sometimes people felt good because they didn't know what they really get. Have you double check your oil after the oil change? read more

Evolution Automotive - Left oil sample - 3 days after oil change at evolution. Right oil sample - 3 days after oil change at Walmart. - Auto Repair Near Me - Arcadia, California

My mom told me about this place. She thought she had to get new front brakes but they told her that she could run it another 3,000 miles. That's honest right there. I have a Toyota Camry and my brakes for the past week or so have been making this awful sound. It doesn't squeak so much as make a crunching sound. I came by on a Friday afternoon and they took a look at my car and it was too late for me to resurface my rotor. They were worn down. They shown me that it was metal rubbing against metal. That's why it was crunching. Anyways, I was really happy that they were able to fix it for me. It took about an hour and a half to get new rotor, brake pad and a caliper. I just chilled at the Ralphs while I was waiting for me car. I was able to catch up on some gossip and got girl scouts cookies, SCORE! The guys here are really nice. I would definitely recommend this place! read more

I got my front brakes done and oil change. Their service is wonderful and the price seems good, compared to the dealership. I will definitely come here from now on. The owners is super nice and helpful. read more

When my car has a problem I know to come to Evolution Automotive. Very good mechanic. Honest work. Reliable. Competitively priced. Thanks guys for not monkeying with my car. I found this place from my friend resourceful friend Eva Q. read more

Excellent service!! Came here for an estimate, and the owner came out, examine our car and explain everything to us in detail. He explained our option clearly and told us all our price option in detail. We got our uncle (who was a mechanic) to take a look at this car before him. So we knew that he is right on!! Got an reservation for the next morning. And got everything fixed on time just as he promised!! I guess that we finally found an honest shop to repair our car from now on!! The only down side... There is always a line in this shop!! Come early! read more

I am here the first time, the service was excellent, Mr. Suraya is very knowledgeable, I came for oil change but also asked him to check why my car is making noises when I back up or make turns, he looked at band add brake fluid for me for free, he even asked me to check back with him the next day to see if there is noice. he also show me how to reset all my windows which they failed to opened after I changed my car battery last month at home, his service is outstanding. read more

Second time here. First time was a few months ago for a quick tire patch for a nail in my Chevy Colorado 2016. That was a good deal, around $10 or so. Now I brought it back for an oil change. Fully synthetic around $60, which was same as jiffy lube but the service here is much better to me. They don't just do an oil change, but complete check up to make sure the truck is safe to go back out on the road. I feel safe knowing Denny (think that's his name) checked the truck all around and made sure everything was tip-top. He went around with a flashlight to check underneath. I appreciate his detail in work! read more

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I was scanning all the previous comments and I was infuriated with a couple people who gave him a single star claiming they were duped by Surya. That is a bunch of B.S.!!! I have been going to him for well over 10 years now. Surya is the most competent, knowledgable and trustworthy mechanic I have ever known. He will fix only what needs fixing or changing and his prices are always fair. There were countless of times I would take my cars in because something was wrong and if it were a simple fix he wouldn't even charge me. If you need a great, honest mechanic he is the one for you! read more

Most reliable auto services I've ever used my entire life!! Definitely worth 5 stars!!! Too bad they don't service all brands of cars.

If you're like me, you're always skeptical about auto repair shops. After all, how many people have gone in for an oil change for 15.99 and ended up spending way more for some hoses or air conditioning work you didn't need. "But there's nothing wrong with my air conditioner," you reply. The answer inevitably ends up sounding like this: "You need it. If you don't change it, your car will blow up next week. " For those of you looking for an awesome Japanese car mechanic, look no further. I have gone to this place many times over the past few years and cannot say enough good things about it. I've had minor service (oil change, regular check ups) up to major service (timing belt change, 30k, 60k service, leaking hoses) done at this place. The owner is very honest and you will not have to pay for crap or service that your car doesn't need. He will be straight up with you. A few times he has even done some diagnostics for free and didn't even charge me for the time he spent. What more can you ask for? An honest mechanic you say?? Wha??? "YES!" I highly recommend this place. read more