BEWARE!!! IT'S NOT MIKE HOWE'S ANY MORE!…read more I USED to take my car to Mike because he was the most honest mechanic I've ever known. Unfortunately, Mike Howe sold the place to a guy named Obeleo, who I learned is not as honest and upstanding as Mike Howe was. Here's what happened: I brought my car in because the engine light was on, the windshield washers stopped working and the battery was dead. I was charged $119.86 each to diagnose the three problems I brought it in for. I didn't have them fix the windshield washers. They replaced the battery and said that the new Battery took care of the Engine Light because the code was from low voltage. Total cost was $642.82. On the way home, the Engine Light is still on. I brought it back to "Mike Howe's Automotive" the next morning and complained. The new Owner, Obeleo tells me that he's going to have to tear into the thing to diagnose what the problem is. I then asked if the $119.86 I had already paid to diagnose the Engine Light would be applied to this job, he said no. He said that the Engine Code he's getting now is different than the engine code he got yesterday, so he wants me to pay the $119.86 again to diagnose the problem I already paid him to fix yesterday. The problem for Obeleo is, I have a FIXD auto diagnostic tool that shows a readout of the Engine Light error code history. The P1004 error code has been appearing since April. It shows that code also appeared when he ran the first diagnostic test. He's now claiming that code didn't appear until I took the car home. I have proof of the contrary. I will never bring my car to Mike Howe's Automotive again. It's sad these guys are dragging Mike Howe's name and reputation through the dirt.

Great repairs topped off with excellent service…read more I was having this terrible sound coming out of my front wheel. Took it in. Sue at the front desk was awesome, caring and very helpful. I did not get to Meet Mike but I saw him working hard in the garage bay. Got my truck back and it sounds awesome. I dread any problems with my car, but I feel good knowing I now have such a great place to take it if I ever have a issue. Would recommend to anyone..

I dread anytime I need service on my Mercedes. It's normal, of course, to need some type of…read moremaintenance, but OMG, it's so so expensive. This time, I had an "A4 Service" message on my panel, so I looked for a local place other than the dealer, which is very inconvenient in SLO. Well, Yelp came to my rescue. Auto Limits shows with 5 stars, and it's located so close to me. I called them, made an appointment, and they gave me a reasonable quote. That morning, I dropped it off, and John said it would be ready by 2pm. Well, before 2pm, i received a call that it could be picked up. Not only that, it was nearly a $100 lower than the estimate "...because it was checked, and wasn't needed"...wow. I love it. What makes up for a little messy / fugly office, they are nice, honest, and give good service. Again, love it.

My daughter suddenly had flashing check engine lights while driving Hwy 41. We called a tow to Paso…read moreRobles, but the first auto repair shop we called declined to help and suggested a dealership in SLO. Auto Limits was helpful, responsive, and took a look at the car as soon as she arrived. After trying to trigger the code again, the mechanic told her it was working fine and only charged her for the time. He was very kind, explained everything thoroughly, and most of all did not try to take advantage of a young woman in an emergency situation.

Excellent service and very professional. Bob took the time to explain what was wrong with my car…read moreand how to fix it. Very grateful!

Resized a fitting for me, wasn't gonna charge me ,but I gave him a 20 for his effort. Can't stay in…read morebusiness giving away your work.

When asked where I would recommend anyone to bring their car in for general maintenance or specific…read moreissues/repairs, Kings Auto is the place to go! They've helped me increase the longevity of my 2006 toyota highlander with major repairs and maintenance, as well as always providing good customer service that made me feel welcome and respected as a woman in a mechanic shop. I think their prices are fair compared to other shops in the area and they always try and work with your timeline and schedule. Thanks for everything Kings!

Made an appointment for an oil change over the phone. Was quoted a drop off time and time frame I…read morewas expected to wait. Come the day of I hand over the keys and occupy myself for the expected hour. When I returned not only was my car still in the spot I had parked it, but when I asked why I was told it would be an hour a very rude and snarky young man told me "well that's from whenever we get it up on the lift" So why did I make an appointment and get a wait time?? Never again at this place. Unprofessional.. rude. Bad first impression. I'll be at jiffy lube I guess.

I needed some help with an auto transmission as part of my restoration of a 1989 BMW 325i…read moreConvertible (e30) that was daily driven for many years. Long story short- it suddenly would not go into gear and nothing I tried worked. Spoke with Sean and Brian and got the transmission diagnosed, fixed and reinstalled in just a couple weeks. This was not an easy task- since not many know these older ZF automatics, but Gars figured it out and fixed it well. I am now able to finish the rebuilt engine break in and enjoy top down, spirited driving this summer! I Recommend this team!

I waited 4 years to write this They rebuilt my trany April…read moreof 22. 2004 ford f250 diesel Truck just hums along. Great work. Highly recommended by me.

Jesus and the crew were awesome caring folks. Was passing through going to Marietta Ca. When I…read morebroke a cv axle. They not only took me first based on my needs at around 2:30 they ordered the part I needed had it there in the shop at 8:30 the next morning. In the mean time the put two new tires which almost blew up due to the damaged cv axle. They directed me a hotel and in the morning finished the job. Fantastic work awesome crew. I'll go back again for sure. I'm coming from San Jose CA too. Thanks guys God bless.

Very professional, quality and timely service every visit and variety of card I've taken in for…read moredecades! Every member of team is top notch and great communicators.

Dealership misrepresented my vehicle sale. I purchased a 2023 Hybrid Jeep wrangler and was not…read moreinformed of battery issues until after the purchase.. I purchased 5/15 /26 and on 5/28/26 Hybrid battery failed. I was informed that this is the second time the vehicle has had issues with the battery. Vehicle at the shop and another saftey recall occurs while at the shop which states you cannot park your vehicle inside a garage or around buildings. Come to find out same warnings where on the battery recall. Finally get my car 7/20/26 and less then 2 hours later check engine light goes on again because they forgot to add coolant to the hybrid battery so it was dry.. It was also 95 degrees outside which means hybrid battery is leaking now. I am scared and sick to my stomach driving this car now in fear of my safety. 3 problems with vehicle and less than 2 weeks of driving. General manager John W would not even come talk to me. Each time I was there bringing the car back he would start to walk toward me and then turn around and walk the other direction when he looked my direction. As a manager I would never do that to someone when I see members having a hard time. Dealership will not help me in anyway to return this vehicle or give me my money back and I am scared to death of it now.:(

Great customer service, and the easiest vehicle purchase I've experienced! Mike made the entire…read moreprocess simple from start to finish!

Great communication, clean work and customer environment, excellent maintenance completed on time…read moreas promised! I will be bringing my other Subaru here as well with confidence that it will be taking good care of! Thanks very much!

I am driving home to Oregon from SoCal when my shifter cable breaks and leaves me stranded in…read moreAltascadero on a Sunday evening. Lame. Tommy and team leaped into action and began solving my issue with great communication and knowledge. The guys at Tommy's Auto and Performance really saved my bacon and did so as if we were family, couldn't recommend them more.