John is thorough, value priced and excellent mechanic. He runs a very nice repair shopread more

I was driving up Route 128 from Weymouth to Belmont today and noticed my engine heat light was on…read moreas I was approaching the first Needham exit. Don't know Needham well but I followed the road into town looking for a service station. I came upon Dedham Ave. Automotive and pulled in. I explained my problem to the owner John DeSimone. Without getting into all the details I'll just tell you that John stopped what he was doing and got me safely going again. I was a stranger with car trouble and John could not have been more helpful, courteous and patient with me. You folks in the Needham area are lucky to have an auto repair operation as good as this repair shop. Dave Jenkins Weymouth, MA

John is an experienced and insightful mechanic and Catalano automotive is a great place to bring…read moreyour car for service. After purchasing a used 2025 BMW 540i, I noticed a persistent grinding noise from the brakes at low speeds. I took it to the dealership as it is under warranty. They confirmed the noise but told me that the pads were recently replaced and they can't help me. I called John and described the issue and John asked me to bring it the next day. Although he could not reproduce the noise during inspection, based on my description, he suspected the problem was due to second tier BMW brake pads and recommended replacing them with OEM pads and he gave me a very competitive price. I hesitated a bit given that the pads on it were only 2 months old but then decided to trust his judgment, and he was absolutely right. Once the OEM pads were installed, the brakes became completely silent. The difference was immediate and dramatically improved my driving experience. John was professional, honest, and clearly knowledgeable. I highly recommend Catalano Automotive to anyone looking for reliable, expert automotive service.

This garage was great! My daughter was home for holiday break and we discovered she had a hole in…read morethe muffler. I called and owner said bring it in and fixed it that day!

Once again, I was pleased with the expertise at VIP Tires and Service. Eric reviewed my car and…read morefully explained what my car's issues were. His suggestions for a plan of action were very helpful.

As a family we have used Center Auto for many years even though we have moved out of town…read more They give excellent, honest service. Jim was a huge help this time in assisting me buying new tires!

refused inspection twice. First saying need come before 3pm. Second time coming before 3pm still…read morerefuse to do state inspection.

Been going to Chestnut Motors for years. Our son returned from college a couple of weeks ago with…read morehis 2007 Honda Element LX AWD 5sp manual. It was not staying in second gear. "Here we go again", I thought. Best case scenario, I was thinking maybe a synchro. Worst case, full tranny rebuild!! Despite a busy and hot day, Paul graciously said I could swing by so he take a quick look to see what we're dealing with. To make a long story very short, it turned out when the car needed a new battery up at school (in VT, and the only shop in town was the Honda Dealership), they did not put the battery holder back on and the long bolt that holds the battery fell over and prevented the shifter to fully engage second gear. UGH!!! This is from the dealership, no less!! Anyone, once again, Paul and Chestnut Motors saves the day... proving yet again, they do not rip their customers off and can be a trusted partner in keeping cars on the road.

Needham Service Center is the only place that I will take my car to be serviced. They are super…read morehonest about prices and they find every single issue with my car, immediately. During the snow storm, they kept my car inside the garage when I was away and they shoveled out my car before I picked it up. I highly recommend Needham Service Center to anyone who needs car assistance!

Please avoid this place at all costs. Super rude, lacking common courtesy and on top, very pricey…read more You have lots of other good options in Needham.

Great place. Ended up being charged less than initially quoted, and the original quote was…read morereasonable. They passed on the savings in finding a cheaper replacement part. Gave straight forward advice and did a good job. Will be back.

This is a rare trustworthy garage - I certainly know rip-off mechanics. Their prices are very…read morereasonable, they are honest, and they went out of their way the two times I had to take my car for repair/service to ensure I was happy and comfortable. I recommend this automotive garage for a down home, friendly and honest experience.

Joey, the garage owner, is knowledgeable, honest, and unfailingly kind. I've had to do a series of…read more16-hour drives over the last few years and he has been great looking at my 2015 Accord to make sure it'll make it, letting me know what's not safe now and what will need to be fixed in the next few months. And he has somehow kept my husband's old hauling van running as well. It's great when you can find a mechanic you can trust!

Re: State Inspection The gentleman running the location is…read morevery friendly and professional. The inspection was smooth and as fast as could be. As I had no other work done , this review is only for the inspection and fabulous friendly service.

I moved to Needham in 1993 and had a clunker of a car that needed attention. I asked around for a…read moregood mechanic and luckily someone suggested Art's, and we've been going there ever since for all the family's cars. The three keys things about Art's are: 1. Honesty - unlike my experience at dealers, I never feel like Art is trying to run up the bill with things that don't really need to be done. Sometimes we'll have a car getting recall work at a dealer and they will flag other work that needs to be done, but we'll always take it to Art and get and unbiased view, and generally a better price if the work does need to be done. I don't know a lot about cars, so I really appreciate the peace of mind I get leaving the car with Art and knowing he's looking out for my best interests. 2. Quality - Art has probably done work on 8-9 cars for us over the years, and I've never had cause to question the quality of his work. He knows what he's doing. 3. Friendliness - Everyone who works there is great to deal with. Exceptional personal service. I rarely do Yelp reviews, but I rely on them all the time, so I figured it was only fair to give a shout-out to Art's, since he just fixed my wife's car during this recent blizzard and I'll be in with my car for a brake job next week. A little hard to find, but a great place.

This place is a gem. Had an issue with my steering wheel. Took it to the dealer and they said it…read moreneeded +$1000 to be replaced and when I decided not to fix it there, they charged me the $150 evaluation. Spoke to Art and he said they will look at it. Bob looked at it and informed me that he will be able to fix it but the problem will come back in few months, so he recommends replacing it. He did not charge for evaluation. Brought the car back, and Kirsten (or Kristen, can't remember) in the office called me with an estimate and I agreed. Part was replaced for less than 1/2 what the dealer wanted and these guys made it easy on me. Highly recommended. Honest mechanics do exist if you look hard enough.

5 Stars - Trustworthy, Professional, and Woman-Friendly Auto Shop!…read more I found D&G Auto Repair thanks to the great Yelp reviews, especially from other women. My longtime mechanic had retired, and I wasn't sure where to go next until I discovered D&G Auto Repair on Yelp! In August 2025, I brought my car in for brake service (pads and rotors replacement). From the very beginning, I felt I was in good hands. Paulo, the manager, responded to my Yelp inquiry almost immediately. He was professional, kind, and attentive. He listened carefully to my concerns and explained everything in a clear, respectful way, something I truly appreciate. I felt a strong sense of trust that he genuinely cared about my car and my safety. When I arrived at the shop, Paulo was just as professional and kind in person. He made me feel confident in my choice to use to D&G Auto Repair. After I left my car, he followed up via text with an estimated bill before starting any work, which gave me peace of mind and control over the process. The shop itself is small but clearly run by expert technicians, and the waiting room is clean and comfortable, a nice bonus! I returned yesterday with a question about a noise I'd heard. Tony, one of the technicians, came out and personally walked around my car with me. He pointed out how clean it looked and even asked about repairs I had done elsewhere. He gave me a mini lesson on body repair which was surprisingly enlightening. He then gave me directions to the nearest Auto Parts store and Car Wash. That kind of extra care is rare and so appreciated. Overall, I highly recommend D&G Auto Repair, especially for women who are looking for a respectful, honest, and trustworthy place to bring their vehicles. I'll definitely be back!

There where not able to do the job.No Explanation giving.Maybe the Job was to big.IWas very…read moredisappointed by there decision