Super nice and fast with the work. Will go there again. They took care of a broken alternator and…read morebelt as well as pulley belt. I needed other things but they never pressured you to get it.

I brought my car here after I was driving on the BQE and all of a sudden the wheel stiffened up and…read moreI couldn't easily turn. Scary to say the least. Jay was very kind and they were able to find the issue and better yet, went above and beyond to find out the issue was covered by warranty! So instead of charge me to do the repair he recommended bringing it to a Honda dealership to repair. I really appreciated the honesty and integrity and I will come back again.

Never before have I ever had the pleasure of dealing with an auto shop -except this one. They are…read morefriendly, professional, charismatic and just all around awesome. They are up front, non bullshit and entire staff is cool, how often is that so. Everyone dealt with helped and made me feel extremely comfortable. My kind of shop. If you need any work on Ford or anything if stop by here. They did a fast and amazing job. Very detailed. They and excellent I the care and communication. 5 star service. Also. Shout out to REED. Great guy, walked me through the process and made me really glad he was on site. Shining example of an employee and awesome dude 5/5 A+++ Superrrrrr

Great work! Great staff! Highly recommended! They are prompt and do amazingly perfect body work!read more

Kenty and the crew are smart, kind, helpful, and efficient. I think their price is fair and they…read moreare very knowledgeable, especially Kenty. He is very patient and understanding. He walks you through all the steps, issues, and possible resolutions. I will come back here again. I already had my car serviced here twice.

My brother, who loves his cars like his baby, has been taking his car and my dad's three cars for…read morealmost a decade to this shop. Usually, they're easy and fast to schedule, park, and pay for any service, ranging from oil changes to repairs. I'm usually in and out within an hour because my parents are waiting in the lobby and get restless if they're seated too long. What's key for me is their expertise to inspect annually for any maintenance issues and troubleshoot the root causes that cause our car alarm to turn on randomly at night, a faulty transmission, etc. We've tried Honda dealers, but they usually upsell us or charge higher rates where the returns on investment don't support their surcharges. I realized that the staff here is likely too candid to know how to sweet talk customers and sugar coat any recommendations. They tried several times to dissuade my dad from fixing a 2001 Odyssey van because it wasn't worth the value of the car from two decades of depreciation with issues, ranging from air conditioning to a stolen catalytic converter when parked on the street in New York City. However, my dad insisted on repairing it because it was useful for transporting larger items, ranging from equipment to furniture. It's truly hard to find mechanics and a body shop you trust to bring your car and those of your loved ones. It helps that their crew (e.g., Ricky) can speak Chinese slowly and clearly to relate to my dad with his hearing impairments. Nobody's perfect in this imperfect world, so sometimes you need to take a leap of faith and find someone willing to work with you and relay all the info that you need to decide how to move forward or not with fixing your car. For me, it's better to hear the good, bad, and ugly truth than to not know the inside scoop for making a more informed decision, especially the tough ones.

Thank you!! Saved the day when trying to leave for work and car wouldn't start. Bobby came within…read more10 minutes and was able to jumpstart the car no problem. Much quicker than the 3 hours Car company would have taken to get here. Thank you!!!

An absolute life saver I was in a bind and it was like you guys were heaven sent, thanks again for…read moreeverything took great care of my car and had a lot of patience. I would definitely recommend.

I highly recommend Essential Auto Care! They provide exceptional customer service, and it is rare…read moreto find an auto repair shop that is this honest, professional, and genuinely committed to helping its customers. Before bringing my car in, I spoke with Daniel and explained that my car alarm had been going off randomly. I asked if they had a diagnostic scanner, and he said yes. I was surprised when I asked about the diagnostic fee and he told me it was free. Most auto repair shops and dealerships I have dealt with charge for diagnostics, so I truly appreciated his honesty and generosity. Daniel was also very friendly and asked for my name during our phone conversation. When I made the appointment, I let him know that my husband would be bringing the car in. When my husband arrived at the shop, Daniel remembered my name, which was such a nice personal touch and showed how much he genuinely cares about his customers. It took about 90 minutes to diagnose the problem, and they found that a loose latch on the driver's side was causing the issue. They tightened the latch, and when my husband asked how much we owed, Daniel told him there was no charge. We were both completely surprised and incredibly grateful! Daniel was friendly, professional, honest, and provided outstanding customer service from beginning to end. Auto repair shops like this are hard to find, especially ones that don't try to make a quick dollar off every customer. Essential Auto Care has earned my trust and my highest recommendation. Thank you so much, Daniel, for helping us solve the mysterious problem with our car alarm that kept going off randomly. I truly appreciate your kindness and honesty. If you are looking for a trustworthy and customer-focused auto repair shop, I highly recommend Essential Auto Care. You won't regret coming here!

I came here with an A/C issue -- warm air, no cooling. They…read moredidn't confirm what the actual problem was but went straight to performing a refrigerant recharge for $235.86, without checking whether the system could function properly. I mentioned that the system had pressure, but no one explained that a recharge wouldn't help if the compressor wasn't working. As a customer, I didn't know the compressor status -- that's what I expected them to diagnose first. After taking payment and completing the recharge (which didn't solve the problem), they told me I had a refrigerant leak. But how was that diagnosed? With the compressor not engaging, there was no circulation, no dye test, no vacuum hold -- just a guess after the fact. They later explained that the recharge was done "to see if the compressor would engage" -- but I had already told them there was pressure in the system. Skipping basic electrical tests and charging for a recharge first is not professional diagnosis. What I received was uninformed consent: I agreed to a recharge without being told it was unlikely to help unless the compressor was working. As a customer, I relied on their expertise to guide the process -- but they failed to explain this critical limitation. I wasn't given a service report or receipt during the visit -- both were sent the next day, after I posted a review. Their mention of a refrigerant leak was never documented, and no leak detection tests were performed. It felt like an after-the-fact explanation when the recharge didn't solve the problem. Their process seems designed to create more work (and more charges) instead of solving the actual problem from the start. Rather than diagnose the issue first, they sold a service that couldn't fix the underlying fault -- leading to more expensive steps later. Professional mechanics explain what they are doing and why. In this case, I paid for a service that couldn't address the actual issue, and was told I'd need to pay again for proper diagnostics. If your A/C isn't working, ask exactly what they'll check before you agree to anything. I won't be coming back.

Excellent service, fast, reliable and great price. Thank you for a job well done. Would recommend…read moreit to anyone!

Very Happy!! Highly recommend it!!! They saved my SUV. I was involved in an accident which resulted…read morein a cracked bumper, broken windshield, and deployed air bags. It still ran, no issues with the vehicle besides what was indicated above. GEICO (scam of an insurance company) totaled the vehicle, gave me chump change for it. I was ready to junk it, however, I was not in a position to look for another used car or take on a new car payment. Emanuel's was highly recommended by another mechanic. They had our truck for a week and took care of everything, PLUS more. My husband and I were extremely pleased with the work. They left our car looking like new. A BIG Thanks to Nick, Roula, and Emanuela!!! See you soon!! The Knight's

I have been a long time customer with Rams alignment. Over 20 years, Ram is the owner and also a…read morevery upstanding guy. He is fair and will keep it all the way upfront with all your needs. He specializes in all vehicles as well. I would have to say he is one of the MOST HONEST mechanics I've ever dealt with.

Thank you for going the extra mile when you didn't have to. You're an asset to the community…read more Professional, diligent, with an incomparable attention to detail. Your integrity is a breath of fresh air. Keep up the good work!

Exceptional! I was treated with respect from the moment I walked through the door. I received…read moreservice I could truly trust. John worked on Lucy (my car), and he called me several times to keep me updated on the diagnostics. He never pressured me into doing anything I didn't want to do. That showed me this auto shop isn't just about making money. They genuinely cares about customer satisfaction. When I picked up my car, John explained everything to me again in detail. He even let me know that I could save more by paying in cash. Of course, I never pass up a discount, so I went to get cash from the bank down the block. My car is running smoothly, and I truly believe I've found my new auto shop.

I'm just an average guy lucky to have my dream car and even luckier to have a mechanic I can rely…read moreon without hesitation. I have been a customer for 2-3 years now, every car that I've owned at a time and brought to this shop has always been treated with care, reliably maintained and fixed. Their prices are extremely fair in my personal honest opinion. I'm proud to say that Great Bear Auto is honestly the most trustworthy mechanic shop I know in Queens. I consider them family now. Their determination to fix an old car like mine is rare and greatly appreciated. I will genuinely always hold Great Bear Auto with high regards for so many reasons. John cares just as much as I do to make sure my car is well taken care of. Carrie knows how to get quick results, Joe and the rest of the team deserve great praise for all their hardwork. Audra is such an amazing and inspiring individual that I feel lucky to cross paths with. With Audras leadership and the staffs followership, Great Bear Auto shows the quality of their work through their team effort. If you're looking for a trustworthy mechanic shop that cares, seriously give them a call, visit and let their amazing mechanics do their job and I swear you'll be impressed. PS: Some pictures were taken by John at Great Bear and shared with me as progress updates. Here I share them with you, for a review you can trust.