Hilltop Automotive & Performance
“They did all I expected of them and more: I will definitely use them again...”
Best Driveshaft & Axle Repair in Indio, CA
15 specialists listed · 8 in Indio · 4 open weekends · 11 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Universal Brakes & Alignment
“Air conditioning is blowing out cold air now , I'll be able to survive the summer.”
LNL Transmission
“Great service, great experience and looking forward to having more work done with this shop.”
Jim's Desert Radiator & Air Conditioning-Service
“Passing through town needed a quick fix - they helped me out free of charge and without delay...”
Premier Mobile Auto Maintenance and Repair
“Got it towed here and he had us back on the road with a new alternator and battery in under 2 hours.”
Juan's Complete Auto Repair and Smog
“Always had the best service and always recommend this place to all my friends n family.”
Listed for drivers in and around Indio, CA, these 15 shops work on axles, drive shafts and differentials. What each one says about balancing, custom shafts and warranties comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Indio, CA
Of the 15 specialists we list here, 8 are in Indio itself and 7 come from Palm Desert (3, 8 mi), Cathedral City (3, 15 mi) and Coachella (1, 6 mi). The specialists on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,976 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews and 11 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the specialists on this page are "price" and "diagnosis". 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 38 years. 2 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 8 of the specialists on this page; 5 publish a contact page; 4 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the specialists on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the specialist before you visit.
Does experience count for shaft work?
8 of the 15 shops report a decade or more under the same name. Driveline work rewards a shop that has seen your vehicle type before, because the fix often depends on angles and shims rather than a part number. The years are what their listings state.
Avms ALL Valley Machine Shop & Auto Repair
“Called Manny and his wife and Manny diagnosed my issue within 35 minutes as a broken valve spring in cylinder 7 and had it fixed within 2 hours.”
Cardenas Transmission & Auto
“Will take my cars there again definitely!!!”
International Motors
“Thank you for diagnosing my Mercedes issue and explaining the costs and options.”
J & E Automotive
“We rely on John and Dee's knowledge, honesty, and expertise in repairing and maintaining our vehicles.”
Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
“He explained alot to me about the concerns I had for my vehicle.”
A.G. Auto Care
“They were awesome, fast and did a great job on my car 🚗”
Perfect's Auto Repair
“They did a great job on my truck I'm satisfied with the work they did”
Romo's Auto Care
“Great place with excellent customer service and they are very respectful and reasonably priced.”
Pro-Tek Automotive
“As a woman going into a man shop can be intimidating, Paulino made me feel like he would make sure the car was safe for me to drive.”
Why these companies made our list
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