Best of Ottawa 2021: Auto repair shops and garages

After over 20-years writing about life in Ottawa, we think we have a pretty good idea of the best of what this city has to offer. In this weekly series, we share our picks with you — our top spots for takeout, live music venues, local brews, bands and more. Check, share and discuss #OLMBest every week!

DJ’s Auto

1359 Coker St, Greely

With over 20 years of experience, DJ’s Auto is located in Ottawa’s south end. Specialising in complete exhaust systems, including high performance and custom exhausts, this auto shop guarantees to return your car in tip top shape.
Photo: via DJ's Auto Facebook

Doval Automotive

5457 Albion Rd S, Gloucester

Established in 1997, Doval Automotive provides Ottawans with their best mechanical work and guarantee quality products. The auto shop includes a tire department and a used car dealership. Check out Doval Automotive for their affordable prices and quality work.
Photo: Christine Drew, Google images 

Stagra Automotive 

1375 Greely Ln, Greely

A full automotive machine shop, Stagra Automotive is also a light truck repair shop. Located in Greely, Stragra is capable of domestic, foreign, light truck and marine engines. The shop is open five days a week and for more information, check out their website!
Photo: via Stagra Automotive Facebook

Beechwood Auto Service

188 Beechwood Ave., Ottawa

A full service maintenance and repair shop, Beechwood Auto Service specializes in brakes, car and truck care. They also offer services electrical services, electronic services, engine & transmission and more. This auto shop promises to tackle any challenge using their latest technologies to guarantee you a happy outcome.
Photo: Beechwood Auto Service via Canada247.ca

Harding Automotive

1319 Sale Barn Rd, Greely

Founded in 2009, Harding Automotive provides the finest auto service in the growing community of Greely, in Ottawa’s south end. Dedicated to their customers, they provide honest answers and prices! Harding Automotive offers safety inspections, tire services, auto repair and maintenance.

Photo: via hardingautomotive.net

Jim Dickinson Auto Tech

1150 Gladstone Avenue

Located in the city of Ottawa, Jim Dickinson Auto Tech is a popular local auto repair. This shop is known by word of mouth and has a large customer base. Performing services in the best interests of their customers, the shop guarantees updated tools and methods to provide efficient services.
Photo: Via Auto Tech Google

Doug’s Auto Repair

6 Bexley Pl #108, Nepean

Family owned and operated for 33 years, Doug’s Auto Repair has expanded their customer base and grown over the years. This locally loved auto shop can solve any problem with your car and offers high quality service!

Napa AutoPro J&D Auto Tech

1030 Pleasant Park Rd

J&D Auto Tech is a family owned and operated shop that has been serving the community for over 25 years. They offer a complete line of services as well as accessories for your vehicles.

Savasta Auto Ottawa

 417 Gladstone Avenue, Ottawa

Savasta Auto offers top of the line services for imported and domestic vehicles. Located in the heart of Ottawa, Savasta Auto prides themselves in turning customers into friends and has grown their family since 1981.

Photo: Savasta Auto via google images

Parker Auto Care

891 Bellevue Avenue, Ottawa

Known for their honesty and integrity Parker Auto Care is a full service garage. From four-wheel computerized wheel alignment, to brakes, suspensions and steering, tune-ups and tires, they do it all. After 30+ years in business, they have thousands of happy customers. 

Photo: via parkerautocare.com

Canadian Tire Auto Centre, Carling Ave location

1660 Carling Avenue, Ottawa

With great customer service,Tony is a the guy to see at the Carling Avenue Canadian Tire. Once handing over the key, he makes you feel confident that your vehicle is in good hands.