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Motorsport Connections
- Team
- Job
- Knowledge
“Katie, Patrick and even the guys I haven't met in the tech area are fabulous because if I have to take my car in for any kind of repair it is done right the first time!”
Best Brake Repair in Winston-Salem, NC
24 experts listed · 15 in Winston-Salem · 23 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Old Town Auto Works
“They always treat us like we are special customers and call us by our first names when we come and go, but when other customers come in they get the same treatment.”
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Carolina Auto Service
- Inspection
- Mechanic
- Diagnosed
“The guys at Carolina Auto took on everything I needed to include troubleshooting a headlight issue the needed rewiring and a difficult axle seal other shops turned down.”
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Haley European Motors
- Team
- Dealership
- Driving
“I've trusted Chris and the staff at Haley European Motors for quite a few years, with an older Mercedes and now a VW and have been nothing ess than completely satisfied.”
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Ardmore Brake Services
- Grant
- Mechanics
- Brakes
“I dropped my car off with no appointment, 30 minutes before closing time for the day, talked to Grant about my situation, and they had my car ready by 9AM the next day.”
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Five Points Tire AND Auto
“The owner looked out for my specific need and with the help of a very knowledgeable technician figured out a very complex issue with my MKZ that I had pretty much given up on.”
Listed for drivers in and around Winston-Salem, NC, these 24 shops replace pads, rotors and calipers. What each one says about parts brands, warranties and free inspections comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Winston-Salem, NC
Of the 24 experts we list here, 15 are in Winston-Salem itself and 9 come from towns including Kernersville (4, 10 mi), High Point (2, 17 mi) and Pfafftown (1, 8 mi). The experts on this page are rated from 4.4 to 4.9 across 4,716 reviews; 23 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these experts on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (90%), quality (88%) and value (73%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "honest", "diagnosis" and "knowledge". The services the experts on this page list most often on their websites are brake repair (4), engine repair (4), brake service (3), check engine light (3) and oil change (3). 1 shows a license on its website; 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 15 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 73 years. 6 offer financing; 2 give free estimates; 7 are family- or locally-owned and 8 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the experts on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the expert before you visit.
Which shops listed for Winston-Salem check brakes for free?
2 of the 24 shops say they offer a free inspection. A free brake check is a real service and also a sales visit, so ask them to show you the worn part on the car and to tell you the pad thickness they measured.
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Jenkins Auto Service
- Mechanic
- Vehicles
- Dealership
“After some detailed research and contact with other repair facilities such as the dealer, I was referred by a third party and after further investigation, Jenkins Auto Service was a no brainer.”
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Carmine's Import Service
- BMW
- Dealership
- Tesla
“Was not the cheapest option, and wasn't a short drive coming from the Raleigh area either - but cannot imagine getting service even remotely close to as good as what Carmine's provided anywhere else.”
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Choice Tire & Automotive- Auto Service and Repair
“Side note - I have a 2500 GMC Diesel they take excellent care of every time WITHOUT it being returned to me with new issues and scratches on the body and hood like other places we have taken my diesel before.”
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Jackson Auto Worx
- Mechanic
- Work
- Communication
“But after trying two other, different, mechanics in the Triad, and getting unsatisfactory service, I did not hesitate to go back to the great, friendly, and knowledgeable guys at Jackson Auto Workz.”
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Foster's Automotive
- Team
- Job
- Reviews
“Fosters automotive is a very good place for a very good detail and very much appraised work they stay busy keep your car for a little bit but at the end he makes sure that you're safe to drive it!”
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Triad Import Specialists
- Vehicle
- Honest
- Crew
“They have always correctly diagnosed my cars problem and charged me a reasonable price for their services and fixed a couple small problems with no charge.”
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Lindsay Tire Automotive & Accessories
“Cheapest quote compared to any other shop, had it done same day, and when I picked up my car, they said they got it done faster than expected, so I paid $50 less than they initially quoted.”
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Andrew's Automotive
- Mechanics
- Vehicle
- Review
“Very honest all his guys are trained well in mechanics work and stands behind his work I have used him and some other friends for many years now I would trust no one else with my vehicle he's that good if you can't do the work he will tell you who wi...”
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Performance Automotive Services
- Mechanic
- Price
“The price quoted in the estimate was what we were charged and they also stayed open late to complete the job so that we could have our car back for our return trip.”
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Everything Euro
“Needed a Porsche battery replacement and that can be very expensive (depending on model will range up to 3k) at the dealer - then you have to seek a trustworthy, knowledgeable mechanic who does not work at Porsche!”
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Twin City Automotive
“TCA was able to get us right in, they gave us a great inspection, and it looks like they gave my friend the last bit of confidence needed before she bit the bullet as she's filling out the paperwork now!”
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Wilson's Garage
- Job
- Vehicle
- Quality
“Tim and crew provided excellent, prompt service - I was able to schedule my appointment online and promptly received the service appointment confirmation.”
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North Davidson Automotive
“I recommend north davidson automotive to all of my friends and family, i was having trouble with my car and needed it fixed quickly, they worked me in and got it fixed ASAP at an affordable price.”
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Cloverdale Auto Service
- Honest
- Vehicle
- Work
“They have taken care of different cars for me ands have always done good work with fair prices that are usually less than average comparable repairs found through online searches.”
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Perfection Exhaust & Auto Care
“4/18/21 Our second visit we had the exhaust on my sons C-63 AMG Mercedes Benz worked on, and Justin took his time explaining our options and did a great job customizing the exhaust.”
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Cromer Auto Repair Services
“We have been using Cromer for many years to service and repair our fleet of trucks and they are one of the last remaining knowledgeable and fair repair shops left.”
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Northwest Motorworks
- Team
- Vehicle
- BMW
“I recently had the pleasure of looking for a vehicle, and I must say that my experience was nothing short of exceptional, thanks to the assistance I received from Alan.”
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Tito's Car Care Center
- Prices
- Honest
- Job
“I keep coming back and I am pleased with this auto service shop because of the honesty, efficiency and quality of its services and both the owner and his employees treat you with respect and kindness.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about experts in Winston-Salem
- “Jenkins is the absolute best! Their communication and customer service is like nothing I have experienced before.” — customer of Jenkins Auto Service
- “The absolute best customer service. Went in with a few concerns with my car and was taken care of from the moment I walked in until I left.” — customer of Twin City Automotive
- “Bill and the team were very professional! I was able to get my front and rear brake axels replaced in addition to my front rotors in under 3 hours.” — customer of Carolina Auto Service
- “I absolutely love this place, I walk in and everyone says hi to me by name, asks how me and my car are doing, and if I've gone on any fun trips lately!” — customer of Twin City Automotive
Excerpts from public reviews of the experts listed on this page.
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