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Hunda Automotive
“They got me back on the road in the shortest time possible and made sure I was informed every step of the way.”
Best Mechanic Shops in Poway, CA
15 technicians listed · 5 in Poway · 2 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Poway Auto Repair
“They took the time to listen, ask questions, and understand the problem and were honest through the whole process.”
EAC Poway
“He dedicated one guy to do the work to ensure my list got done correctly.”
Midland Auto
“Very refreshing to walk away from a service shop feeling treated like family!”
Car's Automotive Repair
“Repairs were completed quicker than expected and I had the opportunity to look over all the broken parts.”
Japanese Car Masters
“April, at the front desk, was so friendly, explained all my options, kept me updated on the status, and couldn't have been nicer.”
Listed for drivers in and around Poway, CA, these 15 shops are general mechanics. What each one states about certifications, warranties and financing comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Poway, CA
Of the 15 technicians we list here, 5 are in Poway itself and 10 come from towns including Escondido (4, 11 mi), El Cajon (3, 13 mi) and San Diego (2, 12 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,985 reviews; 13 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price", "diagnosis" and "fair". 2 are open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are cooling system service (2), oil changes (2) and transmission repair (2). 5 list staff certifications (ASE) and 13 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 3 offer financing; 2 give free estimates; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. 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.
Why are some shops on this page not in Poway?
5 of the 15 shops are located in Poway; the rest come from other towns within 15 mi. Distances are straight-line.
Elite Smog and Auto
“He took the time to find out what was wrong with it, and got her back on the road safely.”
Hawthorne Tire & Auto Service
“Hawthorne tire got my truck in the same day I called them, provided a detailed diagnostic on the issue I was having, and did the repairs in a timely manner at a very fair price.”
Genie Auto Center N 2ND ST
“They were super fast replacing my breaks and rotors, the price was right and most importantly they were honest!”
Army Mechanics Inc.
“I've had Army Mechanics work on several of my cars and have always found them to be extremely honest and trustworthy.”
Pettey's Auto Service
“They did a great job and I would be happy to send others to Pettey's!”
Certified Car Clinic
“They had it done when they said they would and everything under the hood is no humming.”
Kirk's Radiator
“They are one of the only family owned businesses still around and that's because they're fair, price competitive, honest and stand behind their work.”
MJM Engines
“Amazing customer service, these guys stand behind their work I couldn't be more happy with my experience with MJM, I would definitely recommend”
Escondido Auto Tech
“I have been coming to Frank's shop for years, and he has never disappointed with his customer service and great track record.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about technicians in Poway
- “The whole team there is knowledgeable, helpful, and diagnosed the problem for me and fixed it the same day.” — customer of Poway Auto Repair
- “They properly diagnosed the issue, explained what needed to be done, and got everything taken care of.” — customer of Hunda Automotive
- “EAC is my go-to trusted local mechanic. Reasonable prices for quality work.” — customer of EAC Poway
- “I would recommend them to anyone wanting a knowledgeable and fair mechanic.” — customer of Car's Automotive Repair
- “One of the few honest mechanic and will always help to figure out the best but won’t cost an arm or leg for repairs.” — customer of Midland Auto
Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.
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