Reviews of Carolina Tire & Auto in Charlotte, NC

When it comes to finding out how good a company is, look no further than their customer's feedback or reviews. We've listed a few, but needless to say, we have 4.5 stars out of 5 stars at over 150 reviews just like these below.

704-553-9800 for the best in auto repair and auto service in all of Charlotte, NC.

Our reviews: 

93.0% would refer friends and family to us

5 stars JASONH Featured review

We've had two cars in to Carolina Tire & Auto for repair and/or service THIS week! Thank you for making the process quick, simple and as painless as possible.
A quick shout out to Kelly - THANK YOU! During a phone call close to the time we were expecting to pick our vehicle up, we learned the primary service we required, The State Inspection, most was not completed. The inspection computer was acting up. Kelly didn't skip a beat and must have jumped in the car before she even reset the telephone handset. She scooted down the road, had the inspection handled and got the key back in our hands as quickly as humanly possible. Go Kelly, you're a ROCKSTAR! Go Kelly, you're a ROCKSTAR!
Many thanks for making us feel like our business matters!
Eric & Dana H.

3 months ago

Carolina Tire & Auto replied:
Thank you so much, we work hard to go the extra mile everyday for our customers.

5 stars JAYO Verified customer

Nice, clean waiting room. Staff is friendly and responsive. Great work with reasonable prices.

4 days ago

5 stars ROBERTY Verified customer

Great Service in a timely manner. We were explained everything before service was started, which managed our expectation. Great job!!

15 days ago

5 stars RHONDAW Verified customer

Skip is great!

24 days ago

5 stars JENNAP Verified customer

friendly, accommodating!

25 days ago

4 stars RICHF Verified customer

Service performed as expected. Friendly, courteous & knowledgeable staff.

a month ago

4 stars TOMA Verified customer

Friendly, prompt, on time

a month ago

4 stars TIMM Verified customer

Another great service job

a month ago

5 stars DAVIDP Verified customer

Good prices on tires and the mounting/balancing was straightforward and fairly priced.

a month ago

5 stars GREGS Verified customer

Excellent service and timely work. 100% satisfaction.

a month ago

4 stars RICHF Verified customer

Repairs done according to diagnosis and estimate. Took a few hours longer than anticipated.

a month ago 

5 stars Anonymous Verified customer

Best auto repair center in Charlotte

2 months ago

5 stars ALLENC Verified customer

Arrived early for my appointment thirty minutes early. May car was taken around in minutes. The receptionist at the front desk was very nice and knowledgeable. The waiting room was well air conditioned with tv and magazine to occupy the time.

2 months ago

5 stars TERRINJ Verified customer

Great and friendly service!

2 months ago

5 stars JIMM Verified customer

Carolina Tire & Auto has excellent customer service from all employees, front desk and in the service bays. They are honest and very clear about all work being performed and the estimated time and costs for completing the work.

2 months ago

5 stars BRYANC Verified customer

As always, we were taken care of and our car issues were resolved timely. We only use CTA for all our car needs.

2 months ago

5 stars TOMU Verified customer

Everyone was very nice and honest. Car was done on time. I have AC and new tires. Very good to have.

2 months ago

5 stars RICHARDC Verified customer

great service and great pricing! highly recommend them.

2 months ago

4 stars Anonymous Verified customer

They did an outstanding job getting my battery checked and replaced. they even gave me a heads up on a belt to replace in the future.

2 months ago

5 stars JOHNW Verified customer

Great service as always.

2 months ago

5 stars RICHARDC Verified customer

it is refreshing to have honesty and trust worthiness in the auto repair business.

 

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South Charlotte Location

8 Minutes from Ballantyne Country Club

4 Minutes from Carolina Place Mall

8 Minutes from Carrowinds

12 Minutes from downtown Fort Mill

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2 Minutes from Bo Jangles Area

8 Minutes from the heart of Uptown

5 Minutes from Dilworth

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Why Charlotte Driver's Should Change Their Transmission Fluid

It’s easy for Charlotte car owners to forget about servicing their transmission because it doesn’t need it very often, but proper transmission service keeps your sedan running smoothly and helps you avoid costly repairs down the road.

The transmission undergoes a lot of stress. The grit you see in used fluid is actually bits of clutch material. This grit flowing through your transmission under pressure eats away at seals and gaskets which can lead to leaks.

The transmission operates at very high temperatures – about a hundred degrees higher than engine temperatures. Those high temperatures eventually cause the transmission fluid to start to break down and lose efficiency. At best, your sedan transmission won’t operate smoothly. At worse, it could lead to costly damage.

When your transmission’s running properly, it transfers more power from your sedan engine to the drive wheels, and improves fuel economy. That’s why vehicle manufacturers recommend you change transmission fluid at regular intervals. Your sedan owner’s manual has a schedule for transmission service and, of course, your Super Service Agents Carolina Tire & Auto service advisor can tell you what the manufacturer recommends.

Your Charlotte service center may be able to perform a transmission service while you wait and the cost is quite reasonable. Actually, it’s downright cheap when you think about how much a major transmission repair can cost!

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Carolina Tire & Auto
980-219-8500
3325 Monroe Rd
Charlotte, NC 28205

At Carolina Tire & Auto in Charlotte NC (28205) we install quality NAPA replacement parts. Give us a call at 980-219-8500. To learn more about NAPA AutoCare, visit www.carolina-tire.com.

Brake Service At Carolina Tire & Auto In Charlotte

Most Charlotte drivers know that braking means slowing or stopping a vehicle. The mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There’s also the power brake system and brake fluid. And then there are the tires, which are critical to the effectiveness of the brakes.

Let’s step back. A car or truck rolls brand new off the showroom floor at a local Charlotte dealer. It has brand new brakes with brand new brake pads. The brake lines and the power assist are filled with fresh fluid and are completely clean inside. And the sedan tires are brand new, with full tread. Naturally, braking power is at its peak performance.

Now, as your drive from Charlotte to Charlotte and back, the miles start to add up. Most Charlotte car owners tend to focus on the brake pads. In the Charlotte automotive service community, the pads, and shoes on drum brakes, are called the friction material. That’s because they provide the friction used to stop the sedan. The pads are designed to be effective throughout their useful life – it’s not until they are worn so thin as to be out of spec that they lose stopping effectiveness.

The mechanical parts of the brakes have pistons and springs that get quite a workout while stopping the sedan. Over many miles, these wear and get gummed up. They start to lose effectiveness gradually and could even fail. That’s why a regular brake inspection is important. At Carolina Tire & Auto, we can test the operation of the brakes and see if any parts need cleaning or replacing.

That leads us to brake fluid service at Carolina Tire & Auto. Some of the critical additives in the fluid that lubricate and clean the sedan fluid system are depleted over time. That and moisture building up in the system deteriorate the performance of the brake fluid. Brake fluid replacement at Carolina Tire & Auto includes flushing the brake system to clean out deposits, water and dirt. Then the system is filled up with fresh fluid.

The tires are what connect the sedan to the road. The stopping force is ultimately dependent on the traction provided by the tires. The better they grip the road, the quicker you’ll stop as you drive around Charlotte.

For questions about brakes, brake pads, brake pads, Brembo braking systems, timing belts and water pumps, or tires, talk to Carolina Tire & Auto  manager Jim Seidel.

Give us a call

Carolina Tire & Auto

980-219-8500
3325 Monroe Rd
Charlotte, NC 28205

704-553-9800

10822 Pineville Rd

Pineville, NC 28134

www.carolina-tire.com 

Making Your Vehicle Last With Regular Service

A lot of people in NC have older vehicles. They’re good commuters, grocery-getters or toy-haulers. They enjoy that fact that they’re paid off, or soon will be. They would gladly like to keep their vehicles for 200,000 miles or more – as long as it’s economical to do so.

There are plenty of people in Pineville whose vehicles are running after 150,000 or 200,000 miles. We can learn from what they’re doing to keep our own cars on the road.

A common denominator is that they never skip an oil change. That may sound a bit unsophisticated, but it’s really not. First off, oil is the life blood of your engine and it needs to be clean to properly lubricate. Skipping oil changes leads to clogged oil filters and sludge that can damage your engine. Enough said.

There’s another reason why the scheduled oil change is so important. It’s simple – a Carolina Tire & Auto professional is going to be looking at your car. All of your fluid levels will be inspected and topped off so they won’t get so low that damage can be done. If there is a significant fluid loss, let’s use brake fluid as an example, your Pineville technician can look for the cause of the loss and find the problem before it leads to an accident or costly repair.

Your Pineville service technician will also visually inspect the vehicle for worn belts and hoses, uneven tire wear, leaking shock absorbers and more. Problems get addressed before they lead to repairs that cost more than the car’s worth. And your Pineville service advisor will be able to remind you of other services that the factory recommends you get done.

Just think of that oil change the same way as you do about going to the dentist for your six month cleaning and checkup. Don’t skip it.

Of course, good maintenance costs money, but it’s far cheaper than new car payments.

Give us a call to schedule your next oil change today. You can find us online at Carolina Tire & Auto, or you can find us in Pineville, NC 28134 at 10822 Pineville Rd. Or simply give us a call at 704.553.9800. At Carolina Tire & Auto we install quality NAPA replacement parts.

Winter Driving Tips for Charlotte, NC

In case the weather breaks bad on us again here in the Carolinas, Carolina Tire & Auto has come up with some driving tips for you.

The best advice for driving in bad winter weather is not to drive at all, if you can avoid it.

Don't go out until the snow plows and sanding trucks have had a chance to do their work, and allow yourself extra time to reach your destination.

If you must drive in snowy conditions, make sure your car is prepared and that you know how to handle road conditions.

It's helpful to practice winter driving techniques in a snowy, open parking lot, so you're familiar with how your car handles. Consult your owner's manual for tips specific to your vehicle.

Driving safely on icy roads

1. Decrease your speed and leave yourself plenty of room to stop. You should allow at least three times more space than usual between you and the car in front of you.
2. Brake gently to avoid skidding. If your wheels start to lock up, ease off the brake.
3. Turn on your lights to increase your visibility to other motorists.
4. Keep your lights and windshield clean.
5. Use low gears to keep traction, especially on hills.
6. Don't use cruise control or overdrive on icy roads.
7. Be especially careful on bridges, overpasses and infrequently traveled roads, which will freeze first. Even at temperatures above freezing, if the conditions are wet, you might encounter ice in shady areas or on exposed roadways like bridges.
8. Don't pass snow plows and sanding trucks. The drivers have limited visibility, and you're likely to find the road in front of them worse than the road behind.
9. Don't assume your vehicle can handle all conditions. Even four-wheel and front-wheel drive vehicles can encounter trouble on winter roads.

If your rear wheels skid...

1. Take your foot off the accelerator.
2. Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go. If your rear wheels are sliding left, steer left. If they're sliding right, steer right.
3. If your rear wheels start sliding the other way as you recover, ease the steering wheel toward that side. You might have to steer left and right a few times to get your vehicle completely under control.
4. If you have standard brakes, pump them gently.
5. If you have anti-lock brakes (ABS), do not pump the brakes. Apply steady pressure to the brakes. You will feel the brakes pulse — this is normal.

If your front wheels skid...

1. Take your foot off the gas and shift to neutral, but don't try to steer immediately.
2. As the wheels skid sideways, they will slow the vehicle and traction will return. As it does, steer in the direction you want to go. Then put the transmission in "drive" or release the clutch, and accelerate gently.

If you get stuck...

1. Do not spin your wheels. This will only dig you in deeper.
2. Turn your wheels from side to side a few times to push snow out of the way.
3. Use a light touch on the gas, to ease your car out.
4. Use a shovel to clear snow away from the wheels and the underside of the car.
5. Pour sand, kitty litter, gravel or salt in the path of the wheels, to help get traction.
6. Try rocking the vehicle. (Check your owner's manual first — it can damage the transmission on some vehicles.) Shift from forward to reverse, and back again. Each time you're in gear, give a light touch on the gas until the vehicle gets going.

If all else fails, call the # 1 rated auto center in all of Charlotte, NC at 704-553-9800 and we'll send someone to rescue you.

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Carolina Tire & Auto

10822 Pineville Rd

Pineville, NC 28134

704-553-9800

http://www.carolina-tire.com

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Carolina Tire & Auto is Charlotte's most trusted auto repair center in all of Charlotte. *Based on Angie's List Super Service Award and over 200 positive reviews from customers in Charlotte.