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Gateway Auto Clinic
“After several horror stories with other places where they damaged my car and attempted to lie about it I came to Gateway through a recommendation by a friend.”
Best Car Tune-Up in Kettering, OH
24 technicians listed · 4 in Kettering · 5 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
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USA Tire
“When calling to get a quote on tires, John made sure to leave no information out, even explaining the differences in grades of tires, costs, and functionality.”
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Bellbrook Automotive
- Fuel
- Diagnosed
- Vehicle
“However, the technician advised me it was a common problem with GMC/CHEVY vehicles who have chrome wheels, whereas overtime the chrome flakes off the wheel, and causes slow leaks.”
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Grace Tire & Auto Service
“I have used this shop for several repairs and each time I have had an excellent experience, quick work honest prices I will continue to use this mechanic.”
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Champion Auto-Truck-Fleet Service
“If something unexpected comes up or the repair may be more costly than originally thought, they always call before they do anything to the car to explain the situation and get your approval.”
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Detroit Tire and Auto
“But little did they know I was laid off three weeks ago and haven't been able to get unemployment, and even though this wouldn't have been a huge dent in the pocket, every little bit is so helpful.”
Listed for drivers in and around Kettering, OH, these 24 shops handle tune-up work and running faults. What each one says about diagnostics, warranties and service specials comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Kettering, OH
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 4 are in Kettering itself and 20 come from towns including Dayton (8, 6 mi), Beavercreek (2, 4 mi) and Fairborn (2, 10 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 5,119 reviews; 22 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), quality (82%) and value (78%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "honest", "diagnosis" and "fair". 5 are open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are alignment (2), fleet services (2), hybrid vehicles (2), tires (2) and towing (2). 7 list staff certifications (ASE) and 15 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 18 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 77 years. 6 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 11 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Can I book a tune-up online with shops listed for Kettering?
Online booking is offered by 4 of the 24 shops on this page. Put the symptom in the notes rather than picking a service name, because a shop that knows it is chasing a misfire will set aside diagnostic time instead of a quick parts slot.
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Dayton Tire & Auto Service Center
“It was replaced with a new tire due to extensive damage but the new tire was covered by the roadside hazard coverage I had when I bought the tires at Dayton Tire.”
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Carroll-Wuertz Tire Company
“As a result, I've tried twice now to schedule with Grismer online, and twice they've failed to have any record of it and refuse to accommodate their failure.”
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Euro Classics
- BMW
- Vehicle
- Diagnose
“We were here in our van from another country and they sourced parts and took care of a repair even though these vans are like completely unheard-of here in the US.”
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Echelon Automotive Care
- Noon
- Needs
- Oil
“I stopped in to a couple shops around town and with every other shop looking at at least a week out then I found Echelon Auto Care and man am I glad I did!”
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John Pierce Auto Care
- Dealership
- The Future
- Vehicle
“I got my car towed there and they were kinda booked but when I explained my situation they hooked me up and got the issue identified and my battery replaced by that afternoon.”
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Muffler Brothers Bellbrook
- Sell
- Mechanics
- Team
“The services of which I've taken advantage of include brakes, suspension, batteries, front end alignments, air conditioning and coolant systems, transmission fluid and oil changes.”
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Smith's Auto Repair
- Vehicle
- Engine
- Quality
“I got an estimate for my Jeep in a matter of minutes of course had I known I wouldn't have left I would have waited but the guy was super nice and I will be back.”
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Schmidt Auto Care
- Brakes
- Oil
- Job
“I have had many different types of experience when dealing with car repair shops but now I know what it is like to work with a modern, techy shop that gives their customers A+ service.”
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Quick Rev
- 2014
- Dyno
- Tuning
“My husband had his car built up and with all that was done to it with the previous owner they did an amazing job, Jim's the best and we always recommend him to everyone that asks !!!”
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Murphy's Autocare
“Not only did Murphy's fix the problem, but they went above and beyond and fixed my radio which has been broken for months completely free of charge and left a carnation with a cute little note.”
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Edwards' Autocare Llc
- State
- Job
- Vehicle
“The first time I used them my dealer was trying to sell me extra things I didn't need and was quoting me over $3,000 in the extra maintenance my car needed.”
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Jlees
- Muffler
- Work
- Tire
“They are well known for their great service and ethics - as told by their perpetually full lot (and how quick they are to call for you to come get when they are done cause more are coming in, LOL).”
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Acme Spring Automotive Specialists
“They made exactly what I wanted, while I waited and for a very reasonable price.”
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Colonel's Garage
- Truck
- Mechanic
- Honest
“We were very happy that you took care of our truck issue & so was my friend.”
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Zwissler's Automotive Service
- Vehicles
- Towed
- Night
“Always a straight shooter and won't sell persons unnecessary repair work.”
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Lindon's Auto Service
- Mechanic
- Honest
- Old Cars
“Turned down more work because he suggested us to wait and come back.”
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Seibert Automotive
- van
- Oil
- Vehicle
“From the point of making an appointment, to keeping me fully informed of the repairs, and finishing in a quicker than expected time, all made for an awesome experience.”
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Madison Auto Care
- Quality
- Price
“I think that is because everyone knows how reliable Steve and the crew are.”
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