Wow, having a mechanic like EK is so reassuring! We have recommended EK to friends and family. The owner and staff are helpful, honest, fair, trustworthy, and skilled, always exceeding our expectations. read more

Mike and the team are the best. I'd never go anywhere else. Been coming here ten years. For everything. Good diagnostics good value.

Great to find an honest mechanic! Knowledgable & reasonable prices. Great follow up! read more

I mean, wow! Class act. We needed a new, trustworthy car mechanic after moving away from Ashland Auto & Tire (THE BEST), and I cannot recommend EK enough! Easy, online scheduler - they even moved around our time when something came up at work, and got our work done the same day, knowing we had to pick up our daughter from daycare. They didn't talk down to me as a female, and also seem welcoming and inclusive, which we sometimes find is hard to find in this neighborhood - thank you for making us feel that way EK! We will be back for any and all car work, including oil changes since they are walking distance, and their facilities are flawless - you could hang out all day with how nice their waiting area is and bathroom-coolest one I've ever been in! read more

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We were in a bind to fix a car and these guys made it completely painless. Awesome people and awesome inside waiting room.

After we moved to Norwood Park we've been playing a form of auto-service roulette over the last 15 years...our checkbook is full of holes. The steering in my wife care was getting wonky, and, as luck would have it, we received a flyer from Ek Auto in the mail and decided to give the chamber another spin. They did a terrific job and sorted a couple of other issues we'd been having with the car. Clean, honest, friendly, and efficient. The waiting room is cool...very creative. Steve is a true renaissance man and a pleasure to talk to. Having a trusted auto mechanic is right up there with finding a family physician. We're very happy to have discovered Ek Auto. read more

I found this place on yelp, and I'm glad I came across it! Brian who helped me was so nice and I'm so happy he was there to converse with while I got my oil change! Going to this car shop was so different than any other place I've been to. I will never go anywhere else! Everyone here is so friendly and knowledgeable. I can't thank Brian enough for all of his help today! read more

I bought a winter beater, and decided to get a cheap oil change. I was going to go to any chain (ie Jiffy Lube) but something told me to instead pay a little more and take it somewhere where they wouldn't treat me like a number. I took the car to Ek Auto, and surprisingly they had a "get acquainted" offer that ended up putting them in the same price range as the cheap chains. As I waited in the shop for them to carry on the work, it felt so welcoming: it's a nice little cabin with tons of things to keep you distracted, and a coffee machine available for free. Awesome experience. 2 days later, I wake up to a flat tire. I decided to take it in to the same shop and uber to work, and when I came back to pick up the car, I asked how much the repair was, and they said "it was just a broken valve, so don't worry about it". Wow. Talk about not treating you like a number. And yes, I know, a valve is cheap, but it takes time to figure out what was wrong and fix it, and labor isn't cheap. So thanks again, you have a new happy customer! read more

We were looking for a mechanic close to where we live. We found automotive happiness in Ek Auto. Located in the Edison Park neighborhood of Chicago, they have been an established business for 24 years as of this month serving all your mechanical needs for your automobile. My husband and I brought our car in without an appt. It needed an oil change and we wanted to see if the brakes needed to be done. 1. The mechanics were fair and honest with us. They told us our brakes looked good, changed the oil and provided a well printed receipt detailing all charges. 2. The inside of the waitroom is very clean. The floors are neatly made with recycled crates. 3. We also needed a new windshield as a rock cracked the glass on ours. They had the windshield replaced for a decent price and a did good job. 4. Steve Ek is a, "neighborhood," guy. He is very down to earth and very fair to deal with. His character was a draw for us to try his shop. We will continue to be patron's of Ek Automotive. Both Rob and I are glad we found the place. Nellie and Rob K. read more

This is hands down the best place around to get service on your car. I have had nothing but fantastic experiences with the guys at Ek. Bring ALL your business here! read more

GREAT place for auto repair...fast, professional, good job and reasonable rates...bring your car here when you need an auto repair...THANKS GUYS! read more

Great service, seem very honest. Received a hand written thank you card in the mail, too, which was a nice touch! Also, I secretly want to work here. Their building looks so fun! (I know nothing about cars haha) read more

I was looking into places to get my oil changed besides the basic Jiffy lube stop in. I must say I am SO HAPPY I BROUGHT MY CAR HERE. They are so thorough and honest and as a young female bringing my car in I sometimes feel iffy and hesitant with the extra recommendations car places make for my car, but here at Ek they were super real and to the point and even took the time to explain what certain services were and why they are beneficial, but they were not pushy AT ALL which I appreciated so very much. The day after my oil change I unfortunately had a nail in my tire.... I called Ek Automotives and they were happy to get me in that day and patch up my tire and put it back on in no time. LIFESAVERS. I'm so very grateful and excited! Thank you guys from the bottom of my heart!!! read more

Great experience at EK. Very friendly, knowledgeable mechanics. Fair prices. My new go to for auto care! Highly recommend them!

I was charged a diagnostic fee over over $100 dollars when I already told them the problem from another service station. I asked if they could do Hyundai repairs for the original problem and then call and said they didn't have the equipment for the repair. ASR's for my diagnostic fee back; never got it. Will never go there again, I recommend you do not either! read more

Everyone at Ek Auto was rather friendly. I liked how that made what was going wrong with my car understandable to a simple non-mechanic mind as mine. It wasnt the cheapest place but having someone i feel like i can trust work on my car is a bigger plus in my book. read more

Steve goes over and beyond the call of duty to help his customers and the industry.

Really great job; good service and prices. Totally satisfied with their service and right down the street from me.

Ek automotive has always provided top service: efficient, competent, and courteous. They have the best for you and your car in mind and always explain the needs of your car thoroughly. read more

Angie L. 10/25/17 I have been coming to Steve for at least 10 years or more and can honestly tell you Steve and Mike are honest and extremely thorough and excellent at their jobs with cars and all. They tell you the way it is and do not try to nickel and dime you for things that you do not need done. It is a pleasure to have someone so close to where I live. Have recommended them to some of my friends too. Keep up the good work! read more

My Wife found EK and I took my car there as well. The folks at EK were friendly, understood our needs, advised on repair needs and provided a cost effective alternative instead of just charging me more. We will be return customers. read more

I would highly recommend EK to anyone looking for an honest mechanic who does high quality work. Glori R. read more

This place is awesome! Steve always gets the job done promptly and at an extremely reasonable rate. The standard oil change deal comes to about $30 with oil, with the check up and everything. My car needed an air filter replaced, which was done for HALF the price the nearby Jiffy Lube quoted (yes, I am ashamed, I did get an oil change there once...). They constantly do the "little extras" at little or no cost (like installing the wipers my husband thought would be a cinch to install). You have the added peace of mind that they will actually look out for problems on your car, and if there is a problem, fix it correctly. Their work does have a warranty apparently. I would definitely trust them to work on my car without even a second quote. read more

Ek Automotive are honest mechanics who do great work. They are quick to respond to your needs. Not to mention, the shop itself is a great place to wait! Also kid friendly, they let my kids feed the fish. Highly recommended! read more

We began taking our BMW there when the warranty was over and they have been fantastic with any issues we have had with the vehicle. Overall, our favorite things about EK are as follows: 1) They have a PERSONALITY. They are very nice and are always there to help -- even in a bind. 2) Good price -- it never fails, if the dealership gives us a quote, EK will beat it ... with better service and faster. 3) They care -- You can tell they have pride in their work. 4) They don't nickel and dime you -- They understand the relationship is a long-term investment for them not a short-term sale. 5) They contribute to the Edison Park community. This goes really far with us -- you can tell they aren't just here to make money ... they are part of us. read more

Obviously Customer S is not quite sure what he got done to his car. Pretty sure they don't charge 180.00 for an oil change and tire rotation. Customer Service was wonderful. The owner was even the one who picked me up when my car was ready. Mike, the service writer, was really helpful, knowledgeable and nice while explaining everything thoroughly. I thought price was fair and service was great. Will be going back for my next service. Can't give 5 stars until they repeat my good experience. read more

The air conditioning was not working on my Fathers 2014 Chevy Impala. My Brother said it was an easy fix I could save money and do it myself by purchasing a can of freon at the local auto parts store. Up to this point the only 'work' I had done on any car was filling It with gas and washing It once or twice. So I'm not sure why I thought it would be as easy as my brother said. Spent several hours watching YouTube videos. Spent about $50 can of freon. And eventually was successful adding the freon to the car and getting the A/C working again! The cold A/C lasted about a day. It was then I decided this was better left to a professional. I received a flyer in the mail from EK Automotive. Called them and spoke to Natalie. She had a great attitude and was able to set up an appointment right away. They inspected the car, fixed the A/C and changed the oil. The cost to do all of that was not much more than what I paid for just an oil change at jiffy lube. Excellent overall experience and Recommend EK Automotive to anyone who owns a car. It's been several months since they fixed the A/C and it still continues to work perfectly. Natalie and Mike are really helpful and fun to talk to read more

I highly recommend Ek Auto to anyone who is looking for honest assessment and maintenance of their vehicle. As a long time customer over 20 years, I have trusted Steve with all of the cars that I have owned over the years and have never gone to any other mechanic. Ek Auto provides me with reliable and accurate service. I depend on my car to get to work on a daily basis, so Steve and his crew are very important to me. Also, I know that Steve reaches out to the community and gives back by donating a car to someone in need every year. I wish more people would run businesses like Ek Auto. Thank you for all your years of service. I do not know what I would do without you guys. Keep on doing what you do best, servicing the community with friendly, honest and fair practices. The community needs you around for as long as possible. Lisa *Shout out to Mike, who always takes my appointments in a timely matter! Excellent customer service and valued resource in my book!!!!! read more

Took my car in for some repairs and felt I was extremely overcharged and probably had the worst customer service I've experienced with car repair. This guy charged me excessively for an oil change, tire rotation and top off the fluids. Approximately $180.00, Talk about nickel and diming me to death. The guy on the corner of Harlem/Devon charges $21.99 for the oil change/tire rotation/top off fluids. Shame on me for going to this place. How he's been in business for 20 yrs is beyond me. DO NOT take your car here, there's more trust worthy places in the area. read more

I don't know what the other reviewer is trying to do by slamming this business. We've been taking our cars there for a few years and have always been treated very well. We trust Steve, Mike, and the other mechanics with all our cars. On numerous occasions they have advised us that we did not need work done that other repair shops told us we had to have. I call them before I buy a car because I trust their knowledge and expertise. read more

I've been going to Ek for several years and with several cars. He's always been honest and helpful. I never feel ripped off by him. He's extremely friendly and his other staff are professional. There's a great vibe in his shop. You can tell he loves his job and his community. If you want personal, caring service, this is the place. Also fun to see his Facebook updates. read more

I had a minor repair today and the service was incredible! I couldn't have asked for a better experience!

These guys are awesome. Steve the owner and Mike the manager genuinely care about people and the service they provide. I have nothing but good things to say about this place and Steve is all positive energy and is actively involved in the local community which is evident in the fact that his shop is thriving. I've been bringing my car here and several other cars actually for the last 4 years and I have NEVER felt that I have been taken advantage of or ripped off in some way. Steve and Mike are true car enthusiasts and experts-- they will be honest with you and let you know exactly what needs to be done and why and will never suggest any repairs that are not necessary. I've owned a car since I was 16 and I can honestly say this is the first mechanic I've ever totally trusted. This place may not be low ball cheap but the cheapest is not always the best and although it may cost a little bit more you can be sure you will walk out of here having received quality work performed by quality people. BRING YOUR CAR HERE TRUST ME YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT! read more

EK has always been a pleasure to deal with. I wouldn't take my cars to be serviced anywhere else. I've always gotten appointments in good time and they're up front about cost and repairs. Where other shops would perform work that doesn't need to be done, EK has told me I don't need certain things repaired/replaced. I trust EK and will continue to bring my cars to them. My wife and in-laws have brought their cars to them for many years. There's a reason for that. read more

We've been taking our cars to Steve and his team since we moved to Park Ridge almost 9 years ago... they're competent and trustworthy, and we;ve always had great experiences with them. Highly recommended... and a short walk to the Metra station! read more

These guys are very knowledgeable and very customer service oriented. I have a newer car that is still covered under warranty, but I'll be sure to take it there for work because I trust the guys. Now my 94 Camry is a tank, but when it needs something fixed (rare) or it's time for an alignment, the only guys I trust are at EK's. Nice office, staff and facilities. Most importantly, the mechanics will get your car fixed. No 5 stars because nobody is perfect. read more

Great, honest service. This is the only auto place I trust. I had an issue, the estimate was given and when I picked up the car it was much cheaper than expected, they told me they were able to save some parts. Now what auto place would do that?? Also before I even brought my car in, Steve made sure he had all the parts that I needed, instead of bringing my car in and hearing "uh, we don't have the parts, we'll have to order them". I will be able to drive my car into the ground now. Will not bring it anywhere else. read more

Came across this review by accident and was very surprised. I have been taking my cars to EK Auto for about 10 years without any problems. I have used them as recently as October 2012. I like the neighborhood feel to the place and as a female, they have never talked down to me. read more