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Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Garfield, NJ

MechanicRank lists 6 auto repair businesses in Garfield, NJ. 3 are mobile mechanics who come to your home or work and 2 run auto repair shops you can drive to. The best rated with a real review history is Emergency Mobile Tire & Roadside, at 5.0 stars from 317 reviews. Every listing shows the phone number, hours and reviews. Or send one free quote request and a local mechanic calls you back.

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Garfield

6 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Garfield

Independent shops in New Jersey usually charge $110 to $155 an hour for labor, which is above the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At New Jersey rates, an oil change runs about $70 to $170 and an AC recharge runs about $155 to $430 for a midsize car.

Of the 5 Garfield listings that post their hours, 4 open on Saturday and 2 on Sunday. 3 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

6 businesses in Garfield have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 5 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 77 or more reviews. A shop with a long history and a 4.6 is a safer call than a perfect 5.0 from a handful of people.

For work a general shop may turn away, Garfield has 3 body and collision shops and 1 tire shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Most passenger cars need an emissions inspection every two years. New cars get a five year exemption before the first inspection. Passenger cars no longer get a safety check, but taxis, limos and similar vehicles are inspected yearly for safety and emissions. Details are on the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission site.

Owning a Car in Garfield

29Days a Year at 90°F or Hotter
89Nights a Year at or Below Freezing
46Inches of Rain a Year
28Minute Average Commute
1.67Cars per Household
10%Households With No Car
68%Drive to Work Alone

Summers here bring about 29 days at 90°F or hotter. That is enough to finish off a tired battery or a weak AC compressor, so get both checked in spring rather than on the first hot day.

Lows drop to freezing on about 89 nights a year. Cold is when a weak battery finally fails, because a cold engine takes more power to turn over.

About 46 inches of rain fall in a year. Worn tires lose grip on wet roads well before they look bald, and streaky wipers are a cheap fix worth doing before the wet season, not during it.

The average commute in Garfield is 28 minutes each way, and 68% of workers drive there alone. Long commutes add miles fast, so oil changes and brakes come due sooner than the calendar says.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

  • Weather: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Teterboro Airport
  • Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, Garfield city

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Garfield

Buying a used car in Garfield? PPI Auto, our sister company, sends an inspector to the car for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. That is a 122 point check with a full scan and a road test, and the report comes back the same day. Dealer lot, private seller or auction, it works the same.

There are 471 car lots within 8 miles of Garfield, and 407 of them sell used. PPI Auto grades 265 of them A to F from their reviews, and 34 get an F. See the Newark dealer grades before you go look at a car.

Parts of New Jersey require an emissions test. Ask the seller for the last test report, and if the check engine light is on, walk away until someone has read the code.

Book a $225 Inspection Call 951-267-8500

Questions About Auto Repair in Garfield

How many auto repair businesses are there in Garfield?

We list 6 in Garfield, NJ. That covers mobile mechanics, workshops, diesel and heavy duty specialists, body shops and tire shops. Every one has its own page with the phone number, what they work on and the reviews we have found.

Who is the best rated mechanic in Garfield?

Emergency Mobile Tire & Roadside currently holds the highest rating in Garfield at 5.0 stars from 317 reviews. Emergency Mobile Tire & Roadside, Joe Guarino Automotive Service Center, Lincoln Auto Body Garfield are the top three by rating among businesses with a real review history behind them. We rank on the ratings themselves and nobody can pay to appear there.

Are there mobile mechanics in Garfield?

Yes. 3 of the businesses we list in Garfield will travel to you rather than making you bring the car in. That covers most servicing, brakes, batteries, diagnostics and plenty of repairs that do not need a lift.

How much do mechanics charge per hour in Garfield?

Independent shops in New Jersey usually bill $110 to $155 an hour for labor. The national range is $95 to $140. Dealers charge more. Most quotes are the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts, so ask the shop how many hours it is billing you for.

Does New Jersey require a car inspection?

Most passenger cars need an emissions inspection every two years. New cars get a five year exemption before the first inspection. Passenger cars no longer get a safety check, but taxis, limos and similar vehicles are inspected yearly for safety and emissions.

Are any mechanics in Garfield open on Sunday?

Yes. 2 of the businesses we list in Garfield show Sunday hours, including Emergency Mobile Tire & Roadside and Paul's mobile Autobody. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.

How do I know a shop in Garfield is trustworthy?

Look at the review count as well as the stars, because five stars from four people tells you very little. None of the 6 listings in Garfield has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

Does it cost more to use a mobile mechanic in Garfield?

Usually not. 3 of the businesses in Garfield come to you, and with no building to pay for, they often charge a bit less than a shop. What they cannot do in a driveway is work that needs a lift or a press, so heavy jobs still go to a shop.

How does winter in Garfield affect my car?

Garfield gets about 89 nights a year at or below freezing. Cold exposes a weak battery, and salted roads rust brake lines and exhaust parts. Test the battery in the fall and rinse the underbody in winter.

Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Garfield?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Garfield for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. The inspector comes to the car, runs a 122 point check and sends the report the same day. Call 951-267-8500 to book.

Mechanics in Nearby Cities

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What Car Repairs Cost in Garfield, NJ

Typical independent shop prices at New Jersey labor rates, parts and labor, for a midsize car. Each guide shows the price for your vehicle and what to ask before you pay. See all 91 repair cost guides.

Catalytic converter replacement cost $410 to $1,710Brake booster replacement cost $365 to $1,220Door lock actuator replacement cost $150 to $530Oil change cost $70 to $170Power steering fluid flush cost $70 to $180Shock absorber replacement cost $210 to $660
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