Lino's Automatic Transmission was recommended to me by my "primary auto healthcare provider"…read more(mechanic) -- someone I trust implicitly. Because of the confidence I have in my "PAHCP," I felt comfortable taking my SUV to Lino's. My vehicle had been experiencing a shudder in the transmission -- a lack of smoothness when changing gears. Lino's checked it out and, rather than jumping straight to replacing the torque converter, suggested starting with a transmission fluid change and a high-quality additive. I had already done some online research and asked about a product called Shudder Fixx, but the mechanic explained that it can cause sludge buildup and recommended a better alternative. That's the route we took, and I noticed on the way home the shuddering has completely stopped. While inspecting the vehicle, the mechanic also noticed (and showed me a photo of) a damaged CV joint boot -- it had a hole that would soon cause the joint to lose lubricant and fail. I saw it for myself and agreed it needed replacement, so they handled that repair as well. Lino's is located on 29th Street in McAllen, just north of Business 83. Parking can be a little tight, as the lot is usually full of cars, but you can pull into the first gate and park where possible. After check-in, they'll move your vehicle as needed. The waiting area isn't fancy, but it's clean, air-conditioned, and comfortable, with a TV and remote available. Lino's prices are fair, and their service is honest and professional. I wanted reliable, and that's exactly what I got. I'm very happy with the service I received at Lino's Automatic Transmission and will definitely return if I need transmission work in the future.

I was sure I had ruined my transmission by letting my problems with it go unattended for so long…read more And so it should have. But apparently there was a leak and my transmission fluid was nonexistent. I filled it up halfway and showed up at Lino's the next morning. They spent a couple of hours looking for the leak but couldn't find it. I was asked to drive my car around regularly for the rest of the day, and bring it back the next day. They did find the leak, fixed it, but were unable to explain why I hadn't ruined the car. The cost to fix the leak was small compared to the alternative of having to fix or replace the transmission. They recommended I drop by any morning in the next few weeks or so so they could check my car's transmission again. I'll be there. Whew! Hopefully I can keep my 21 year old Subaru Forester running a while longer. Thanks, Lino's. I really appreciate your straightforwardness and help. - Kevin Shropshire

Michael, the owner, knows his stuff. I have taken my Ford flex for a water pump replacement and my…read moreChevy making for the same. How ironic! Great job and very reasonable in cost. I'm in Edinburg and his shop is in north Pharr. So it's a little out of the way for me but definitely worth the visit if you're needing Auto repairs!

From the owner: From normal typical repairs to customized modifications to your vehicleread more

Thought I had an issue with my 2014 Jeep Cherokee ,87,000 miles called Chico's talked to Victor…read moremade an appointment for the next morning at 900am , he listened to my concerns hooked it up to a lap top. That can pull codes from the Transmission , , then took it for a test drive , came back and showed me it was shifting properly I asked him if I should have him change the transmission filter and oil , He said since it's a sealed transmission not unless I had an issue leave it alone , he was prompt thorough explained everything then erased some stupid chassis codes , I picked up when I changed the battery a few weeks before , all for the price he quoted which was 25% of what the dealer wanted , was rolling away at 10 am. Would recommend him anytime

From the owner: At Chico's Transmission, we offer full transmission services, transmission repairs, transmission…read morereplacements, and transmission inspections by our team of dedicated professionals who specialize in expert transmission services. We are family owned and operated and we service the entire Rio Grande Valley area from our Donna transmission shop. Decades of experience in transmission repair allow us to provide expert skill and accurate and reliable services as transmission experts. We thoroughly inspect and diagnose your transmission problem correctly from the start. Then our team of experts execute the mechanical solution and transmission repair or transmission service to bring your car back up to its top condition. You should not have to sacrifice quality transmission service in order to avoid paying exorbitant fees to the car shop. At Chico's Transmission, you can have the best transmission repair shop in the Valley and all of South Texas, and also enjoy very reasonable prices at the

Very knowledgeable, straight forward and sincerely trying to do the right thing by and for each…read morecustomer. I've been going to them for years with no problems or complaints. The very best. 'Nuff said.

Looks like I've found my new go-to mechanic. I appreciate the fact that Buster guided me through…read moresome troubleshooting on the phone, and then took care of my car within a day's time! Very professional and courteous staff, too--especially considering I was all scatterbrained as is easy to do when car issues hit unexpectedly. Very satisfied. Thank you!