I tried this auto shop on a Sunday after calling a week prior for an appointment. The fact that…read morethey are open on Sundays is a blessing. The waiting area is clean and the staff was professional. When I made my appointment it was Joe that scheduled me and when I arrived for my appointment it was Sade that checked me in. I didn't wait for my car but they completed the work as if I was there waiting on it. Upon completion they called to let me know that my car was ready. I had the state inspection, parking bulb replaced, headlight restoration, and windshield wipers replaced. I mentioned all of this to one of my neighbors and she mentioned that they are under new management As of right now, I say give them a try if you need a mechanic or inspection. Pricing seems fair and the team seems polite. (10/19/2025)

This is an easy place to get your state or emissions inspection done. The lines can be long…read moreespecially at the end or beginning of the month but that seems to be the standard at all locations. The staff is pretty friendly and seem to do a good job. The waiting room could use more chairs and tables, but they do have coffee/tea/chocolate drinks. They also have a small kid area.

I could not be happier with R&j Auto Shop!…read more I have a 99 Chevy Silverado that has sat for years. I put a charger on it, which read 14.4 volts, but still it would not crank. I reached out to a number of shops, and R&j was the most responsive and reasonable. I am so glad I did. Jorge was very communicative, and texted me to let me know when he would be arriving. He brought all the tools needed to diagnose the problem. Since it was an easy diagnosis, Jorge did not charge a diagnostic fee, which was very reasonable. Jorge let me order the parts I needed, and even suggested I replace the serpentine belt at no additional cost. He replaced the alternator, battery and removed the aftermarket alarm that was draining the electrical system. He even diagnosed the brake issue that we found once the truck was running. R&j Auto Shop is my go to for quality, quick auto repairs. Jorge is a great guy and easy to work with. I highly recommend R&j Auto Repair!!

I reached out about an urgent matter and I got a response immediately. Explained the problem and…read morewithin a few days my car had rear brake pads replaced for a great price. I need future work and I'll definitely be considering getting it done with this business. Not sure of his name but he was very knowledgeable and gave me answers even the dealer couldn't do.

I cannot recommend this shop enough. Mark and his brother are both good people and honest. You can…read morebe assured that they will fix your car issue the right way. And if they cannot handle it, they will tell you and will recommend a good shop. Mark also saved me a lot of headaches every time I have car issues and all my friends are very happy with his service.

This was my first visit to Prime Automotive and I was extremely satisfied with the service and…read moreprofessionalism. I received a detailed estimate with each item priced separately. Mark went over each item and made recommendations. My car is running like new. Thanks to Mark and his staff. Rick S.

Frank did an amazing job!! I highly HIGHLY recommend him, his professionalism, timeliness, and…read moreprice is unmatched.

on time with the right equipment to fix my front brakes. did a solid job at a good price.read more

Looking for a reliable, honest, local auto repair shop in the Dale City/Woodbridge area? This is…read moreit. Quality work, fair prices, prompt service. Shop staff take the time to show you the issues identified, proposed fixes, and up front pricing. You'll be greeted at the desk or on the phone with polite welcomes and knowledgeable responses to your questions. If you wait for the repair work, (rather than drop off), you'll be treated to some visits from their dogs who are super sweet and love to be rubbed behind the ears.

This review is after a month since I had service on my car:…read more The good.. the staff was very friendly and the way they communicate is kind. Through the 2 different reasons I've had to go there, they eventually got the issues fixed. It took two trips but because they misdiagnosed an issue the first time, they didn't charge me for labor the 2nd time so I appreciate that. The not-so-good experience.. they didn't call to say to what extent the diagnosis was neither did they call to breakdown the cost for everything. So by the time I got my car back, everything was already done so I'm inclined to pay at that point. Not to mention, the cost of parts was over the average pricing that you can get online so if you're familiar with car parts, I recommend ordering it elsewhere and asking if they're able to use that instead of theirs. Overall, I'd come back here for maintenance and inspections. I think they are trustworthy but could improve method of communication to the customers.

I was in desperate need of same day car service, so I put out a project on Yelp for responses…read more Matt from Mesiah Mechanics reached out to me almost immediately. He agreed on a time for my appointment, and gave me a very competitive estimate. Matt showed up at the correct time, and made quick work of the repair. I would absolutely give my highest recommendation to this company. They are punctual, reasonably priced, professional, will come to your residence, and the communication was quick and easy. What more could you want? What a life saver this was for me today, and I will definitely give them a call again and recommend them to anyone in the area. Thank you, Mesiah Mechanics!

Mesiah is hands down the best mechanic in the ENTIRE DMV!!! If you're looking for a knowledge…read moreprofessional who knows the inside and outside of car maintenance, Mesiah is the man for you!!!!!!

Mobile mechanic came and fixed the bumper on my car. Only took 30 mins and he did a good job. Will…read morecall him again.

The Mobile Mechanic is great. I had them do a pre-purchase inspection. He responded pretty much…read moreimmediately and was able to schedule the inspection the next day. After the inspection, he sent me several photos and explained what he saw. He even gave great advice on how to negotiate with the dealership. I will definitely call them the next time I need any service.

I've been going to Caton's auto repair for over thirty years and these guys are completely…read moretrustworthy, great mechanics and honest , reliable and friendly.

Had a major exhaust leak and they did a good job, though was a lot. They did come in $500 under…read moreestimate, which I'm grateful for. I feel better about my car and the experience as a result. They are often booked out a week or more so you have to plan ahead. They do not do Virginia inspections. The folks are friendly and so it has retained a small town feel. They are convenient to where I live, which is a plus. I think busses run by there and it's near Wawa and the commuter lot somewhat.

Extremely bad work and shoddy parts…read more I had them install new brakes in the summer of 2024. By the winter of 2025, the brakes were wobbling. Apparently the brakes they installed were faulty (the rotors warped), but they still charged be $200 to replace them even though they were still under warranty. That would be fine, I guess, if they had done a good job or used good parts the second time, but it's been 2 months and my brakes are grinding and slipping. Apparently, the pins, the rotors, the pin boots, the pads, and a few other parts are so low quality that they're falling apart already. At this point, I'm not trusting my car to these guys again. I took my car to the mechanic near my work in Fredericksburg and paid him $500 to just do the job correctly. I deeply regret not taking my car to him in the first place, as he would have done a good job, stood by his work, and I wouldn't be out $700 for bad work and bad parts. Do yourself a favor and go to a different mechanic.

this is one of the best automotive places ive been to in northern VA! they're very friendly,…read moreinexpensive, & informative. i went in for a code scan and overall inspection & they reassured me that everything is looking great! :)

If you need brakes, I totally recommend the Break Squad. My tech Malcolm was on time and super…read moreprofessional. I got an appointment the same day, the price was way lower than the dealership, plus I didn't have to drive anywhere, and best of all I could just chill at home while Malcolm handled everything.

Met (technician) arrived earlier, with a call saying he was on his way over. Joe Gregory (founder)…read morewas with Met, and I really enjoyed getting to know both of them and learning the history of how Brake Squad got started. I was a curious observer who never bothered either of them. All my questions were answered. Met also found an additional issue, which required them to leave and get another part. Everything was completed, and they took my car for a test drive before handing it back to me. Great experience, and (not shared with either of them) saved me over 1000.00 based on my dealership quote. Thank you, Met & Joe.