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Clausen Automotive
“Daily these guys kept me in the loop with updates and were so helpful in diagnosing the issue with my car and getting it fixed as quickly as possible, despite that they are in their busy season.”
Car Tune-Up in Madison, WI
24 technicians listed · 8 in Madison · 4 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
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Crestwood Auto Clinic
- Vehicle
- Honest
- Communication
“They are very honest and fair and will tell you what needs to be done now, what needs to be done later, and what can be put off based on the age and condition of the car.”
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J & L Automotive and 4-Wheel Drive Center
- Vehicle
- Job
- Communication
“In my experience, my regular mechanic didn't want to deal with anything other than stock but J&L had the experience necessary to address issues with my lifted Tacoma.”
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Budd's Auto Repair
- Oil
- Drive
- Trust
“I have taken multiple cars to them, and even when on a old carbureted truck they didn't think they would be able to tackle it given their bandwidth, not only did they call around to find the best shop to do so AND scheduled an appointment for me.”
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The Diesel Medic
- Sprinting
- Diagnose
- Fair
“Really enjoy doing business with individuals and businesses such as his and will be coming back to Diesel Medic for routine maintenance and issues when they arise.”
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Apex Automotive Services
“The mechanic there explained things I could understand and was a pro the whole estimate, prices”
Area overview: Madison, WI
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 8 are in Madison itself and 16 come from towns including Monona (3, 4 mi), Stoughton (3, 15 mi) and Middleton (2, 6 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 2,098 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (98%), quality (84%) and punctuality (76%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price", "fair" and "communication". 4 are open on Saturdays. 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 11 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 2 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 16 of the technicians on this page; 12 publish a contact page and 6 list a public email. 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.
Data verified October 9, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Madison, WI, 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.
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Jerry's Garage
- Mechanic
“Never have to bring the car back after a service because its done right the first time.”
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JM Car Repair
“We do excellent work in our price they're really good for everybody”
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Gene'sautorepair
“Knowledgeable staff wen it comes to any vehicle issues.”
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On the Spot Auto
- Dog
- Oil
- Job
“They were able to interpret what I said I was experiencing with my vehicle, gave it a thorough inspection, and handed me a line by line estimate of the work it needed.”
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Dimaggio Auto
- Honest
- Tires
- Team
“But… I just want to say thanks for providing a place I can bring my car without feeling any sort of stress or that I'm being taken advantage of in any way.”
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Handel Automotive
- Dealership
- Job
- Cookies
“When I initially spoke with Darryl he provided an estimated price for the service work I described with a 'could be' and a 'higher cost' therefore I knew what I was looking at so that it wasn't service sticker shock.”
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David's Certified Auto Repair
“They are beyond reasonable and up front with costs and for the most part have been same day service for me unless there is a part that is necessary to order, which it is then a next day thing.”
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Eagan Automotive
- Job
- Sales
- Mechanic
“Tom at the front desk keeps us informed on the progress of my vehicle, checked on me to see if I had any questions, and lets us know the costs prior to doing the work.”
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Kellymoss Inc.
“All you have to do is walk in and check out their shop and you'll see what I mean by the caliber of cars they service--everything from your typical daily driver to full blown race, domestic, exotic and custom!”
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Wrench Auto Service Inc
- Brakes
- Diagnostic
- Estimate
“As a person with little understanding of auto mechanics, I'm grateful to have found a shop where I feel complete confidence that I'm not being taken advantage of and that stands behind their work.”
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Main & Page Auto & Towing
- Battery
- Communication
- Prices
“I have nothing but the most positive things to say about Main & Page Auto after breaking down on the highway while passing through on the start of a road trip.”
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Schwenn's Service
“I've had a lot of work done there (some small maintenance and a couple larger repairs) and they are knowledgeable, honest, reasonable, timely, friendly and funny while being straightforward and thorough.”
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Cross Plains Motors
- Truck
- Ginger
- van
“He saved us close to $1000, communicated with us several times through the process, recommended makes of cars as we plan to trade the Altima, and is just a friggin' delight of a man to work with.”
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Varesi Service & Repair
“I had previously been to a known chain mechanic and that mechanic tried to tell me I needed a new rear end for my truck and i was belittled, but this guy was respectful listened to me and did the job right and way more reasonable!”
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Forrer Service Center
- Prices
“He knows what he is doing and I feel like he can be trusted with anything we need.”
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Middleton Motorsports
“Great place and great people!”
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Dialed In Auto Repair LLC
- Price
- Team
“Honest, no frills approach gets you exactly what you need with no hidden costs!”
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JDH Auto Repair
“Two flat tires, on two different occasions (one when I was out of the country) Cody has shown up personally and helped change the tire and get the vehicle back on the road.”
Car Tune Up Services in Madison, WI Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$185
Maximum cost
$982
National Average
$369
Avg Per Hour Rates
$80
$246
$553
Typical price range is based on 451 cost profiles
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Which shops listed for Madison open on Saturdays or Sundays?
4 of the 24 shops here show Saturday or Sunday hours. Plugs and filters fit neatly into a Saturday. A chase for an intermittent misfire does not, since it can need the car overnight to catch the fault happening from cold.