My son attends Ashland College and the other day while he was gassing up his van wouldn't start…read more After a battery swap it was clear the thing wasn't going to run any more so I checked reviews and decided any company around as long as this one must be a good place. Called AAA and they tried to send another company tow truck out but I asked for Bates towing as well and their company tow truck came out in less than an hour, hooked it up and agreed they'd take a look at in on 10/19. The tow was on 10/18. We weren't sure when they would be able to get to the vehicle. This morning 10/19 we got a call telling us the starter was shot and a price for replacement. Before noon we got a call the car was done and my son could go out and pick it up. We're a couple hours away. I cannot recommend this business highly enough. From the gentleman who picked the van up to the guy who called this morning, friendly, professional, reasonable and fast. Couldn't ask for a better experience.

My car's alternator went out as I was driving up I-71 past Ashland. I called AAA, and they sent…read moreBates to come pick me up. The driver was careful with my car, and he was very courteous and personable ... we had a good conversation on a whole range of topics as he took me and my car to a nearby repair shop. Turns out he's the third generation of this family-owned operation started by his grandfather. They have 12 different trucks, so they can handle a lot of different types of jobs. I'm hoping my car holds up and I won't need to use Bates again, but I would definitely recommend them for anyone in the Ashland area who needs a tow.

I was stuck yesterday in a customer's steep driveway and could not get out - ice covered by snow…read more My insurance company contracted with Wayne Towing, and they did a remarkable job of pulling my car up that hill. I had a long wait due to my location, but when Rod showed up he right to work and had me back on the road in about 15 minutes. Very professional and courteous. I would definitely contact them again.

They did awesome! I blew a tire on the side of I-71 and they were dispatched by my insurance…read morecompany. The driver was there in an instant, very friendly, and got me back on the road in about 29 minutes. Excellent and friendly service!

This place is 100% recommended without a doubt. Of course my truck decided to take a crap 20 miles…read moreout and these guys did nothing but help me. They towed me in and Fixed my DEF problem and warranties were taken from manufacturer without a headache. Through in an oil change in and new windshield washer motor and BAM, I was back on the road again. Had the shuttle guy come to the hotel for me even. I mean just hands down phenomenal work and kindness here. Thank you Dale for putting up with me for a week!

I am so thankful for Bill Harris Dealerships and Nate Bowles (finance manager) and Connor McFadden…read more(the person who sold me my Buick a couple of years ago). It didn't matter that I've managed an $80 million budget, the prospect of navigating the process for GAP insurance on a totaled car (while trying to move states, etc.) nearly brought me to tears. They took care of the paperwork -and me - with such grace and kindness. This is why I came back to them even when living in NJ to buy the Buick in the first place. Thank you!!!!!!!!

I came in looking at New Trucks. Zack, was amazing to start with, then the Sales Manager came out…read more He completely over rode Zack, would not listen to what I wanted. Just kept pushing. If I had to base my opinion on the Sales Manager, I would not go back. I am basing my opinion on Zack instead and will return to buy a vehicle from him.

Fast affordable and reliable. My go to place. I will return when the time comes. They have saved me…read moreallot of $$

They are very good people work with and good service and good prices in town. book you with within…read morecouple days. thank you very much

Rude, I needed a jump on my hybrid C Max. Said he doubted that was possible. I have owned the car…read more12 years and know it inside and out. He was condescending and I don't put up with that. Another company came, jumped the car and got paid. My husband and son both worked as tow drivers and weren't rude.

Dustin was absolutely AMAZING. He went out of his way to help us and make a stressful situation a…read morelot less stressful. Thank you Dustin and Rigz Towing!

It was time for our vehicle's tire rotation and oil (full synthetic) change. I did an internet…read moresearch for a location offering those services in Ashland. Smetz's Tire came up and I gave them a call and was informed that early afternoons would be the best time of day for walk ins. That turned out to accurate info, as the work on our vehicle was able to done right away -- Not having to wait was much appreciated, BUT, what really impressed me was that the "reminder" sticker placed on my front window, once the work was completed, indicated the next recommended oil change was listed at a 7500 mile interval. That is the number that our car manufacturer recommends, but my previous quick oil change location had always recommended it be changed at 3500 miles. I raised concerns about that number with employees of that establishment, but was given some B.S. corporate answer -- So if you are looking for GREAT and honest car service, I suggest you check out Smet'z, in Ashland (OH).

An hour into my 3 hour drive, I stopped for a second time to fill my deflating tire and searched…read morefor a tire store nearby. My GPS led me to Smetz. Eric Dull quickly assisted me, got to the problem and I had two new tires and was on my way before I ever imagined. Just wanted to thank him and Smetz for an easy experience. And for helping me get home to my family safely.

Wow. Just wow. So impressed with Baker's!…read more Here's the scoop: we needed our Yukon diagnosed. It had mystery issues. We have an extended warranty through the Ford dealer where we bought it used. (Very worth it, btw! The Ford warranty folks have been awesome.) A GMC center in Ashland did warranty work on it in October. When this issue happened in late December- early January, they sent us to the GMC dealer in Mansfield. When that didn't go very well, we tried the other GMC dealership in Ashland, but they didn't want to work with a Ford warranty. All of this was happening while we had to be in a rental as this was our only vehicle, which we had clearly said. The GMC dealer in Mansfield called us to pressure a trade in before they'd start work on it! We declined. When they contacted us for pick up the next day, they said we needed a new door latch assembly, had left grungy handprints on the interior driver's door, and said nothing about the electrical. When we asked about that specifically, as that was the big reason we were in there, they said, "We hooked it up. There were no codes. That'll be $160." That all seemed kind of sketchy, so we took the truck to Baker's. Wow. Night and day!! Justin, the service manager, treated us with respect and professionalism. Their mechanic found and fixed the axle seals that had supposedly already been replaced by the Ashland dealer in October. AND they also replaced the actuator that controls the four-wheel-drive, which no one else had found despite our mentioning it. And remember the no codes found bit? Baker's found 16, not zero. Yup. Six-freaking-teen. Our vehicle was done when Justin said it would be done, and they even washed it! Then it had to stay an extra day to correct the work done by the center in Ashland. They worked cheerfully with sorting that out with the warranty, and fit us into their schedule. And washed it again! Not only that, somebody wiped a good bit of those grungy handprints from the other shop off of the door! I can't say enough good about Baker's, I really can't. They took us from an incredibly stressful time to a vehicle that was safe to drive again in short order. Very very grateful. We'd give fifteen stars if I could!

Family owned and managed automotive service company that treats everyone like family. They went out…read moreof their way to provide exceptional service at reasonable prices.