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Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Cranston, RI

MechanicRank lists 12 auto repair businesses in Cranston, RI. 7 run auto repair shops you can drive to. The best rated with a real review history is Privileged performance, at 5.0 stars from 21 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 Cranston

12 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Cranston

Independent shops in Rhode Island usually charge $100 to $145 an hour for labor, which is about the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At Rhode Island rates, a timing belt replacement runs about $450 to $1,175 and an AC recharge runs about $145 to $420 for a midsize car.

Of the 12 Cranston listings that post their hours, 5 open on Saturday. 2 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

12 businesses in Cranston have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 8 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 156 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, Cranston has 2 body and collision shops and 2 tire shops. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Cars and light trucks must pass a safety and emissions inspection at least once every 24 months, and fully electric cars get the safety part only. New cars are exempt for 2 years from purchase or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first. A used car newly registered in Rhode Island must have a valid Rhode Island sticker or pass inspection within 5 days. Details are on the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles site.

Owning a Car in Cranston

12Days a Year at 90°F or Hotter
109Nights a Year at or Below Freezing
48Inches of Rain a Year
37Inches of Snow a Year
24Minute Average Commute
1.76Cars per Household
7%Households With No Car
73%Drive to Work Alone

Lows drop to freezing on about 109 nights a year. Cold is when a weak battery finally fails, because a cold engine takes more power to turn over. Cranston averages 37 inches of snow, and road salt eats brake lines, exhaust and the underside of the car. Rinse the underbody through the winter and have the brake lines looked at whenever the car is up on a lift.

About 48 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 Cranston is 24 minutes each way, and 73% of workers drive there alone.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

  • Weather: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Providence T F Green Airport
  • Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, Cranston city

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Cranston

Buying a used car in Cranston? 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 195 car lots within 8 miles of Cranston, and 165 of them sell used. PPI Auto grades 121 of them A to F from their reviews, and 26 get an F. See the Providence dealer grades before you go look at a car.

Rhode Island requires inspections, but a passed sticker only means the car met the minimum on that day. It says nothing about the transmission, the frame or a leak that starts next month.

Book a $225 Inspection Call 951-267-8500

Questions About Auto Repair in Cranston

How many auto repair businesses are there in Cranston?

We list 12 in Cranston, RI. 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 Cranston?

Privileged performance currently holds the highest rating in Cranston at 5.0 stars from 21 reviews. Privileged performance, J&S Auto Repair, Fletcher Auto Body 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.

How much do mechanics charge per hour in Cranston?

Independent shops in Rhode Island usually bill $100 to $145 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 Rhode Island require a car inspection?

Cars and light trucks must pass a safety and emissions inspection at least once every 24 months, and fully electric cars get the safety part only. New cars are exempt for 2 years from purchase or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first. A used car newly registered in Rhode Island must have a valid Rhode Island sticker or pass inspection within 5 days.

How do I know a shop in Cranston 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 12 listings in Cranston has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

How does winter in Cranston affect my car?

Cranston gets about 109 nights a year at or below freezing and 37 inches of snow. 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 Cranston?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Cranston 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

No luck in Cranston? A mobile mechanic from the next town over will often make the trip. See all 29 cities in Rhode Island.

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What Car Repairs Cost in Cranston, RI

Typical independent shop prices at Rhode Island 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.

Mass air flow sensor replacement cost $120 to $435Brake caliper replacement cost $190 to $540Clutch replacement cost $700 to $1,715AC recharge cost $145 to $420Alternator replacement cost $280 to $810Power steering hose replacement cost $150 to $610
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