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Map of Mechanics in Tyler

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Tyler

10 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Tyler

Independent shops in Texas usually charge $95 to $140 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 Texas rates, a brake pad replacement runs about $125 to $360 and a water pump replacement runs about $310 to $910 for a midsize car.

Of the 9 Tyler listings that post their hours, 9 open on Saturday and 6 on Sunday. 7 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

4 businesses in Tyler have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 3 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 192 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, Tyler has 4 heavy duty and fleet shops. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Since January 1, 2025, most passenger cars no longer need a safety inspection, and owners pay a $7.50 inspection program replacement fee at registration instead. Gas vehicles 2 to 24 years old still need a yearly emissions test in 17 counties around Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin and El Paso. Bexar County (San Antonio) testing starts November 1, 2026, and commercial vehicles still need a yearly safety inspection. Details are on the Texas Department of Public Safety and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality site.

Owning a Car in Tyler

96Days a Year at 90°F or Hotter
28Nights a Year at or Below Freezing
48Inches of Rain a Year
20Minute Average Commute
1.77Cars per Household
6%Households With No Car
79%Drive to Work Alone

Tyler sees about 96 days a year at 90°F or hotter. Heat wears a battery out faster than cold does, so a battery that seems fine in spring can quit in August. Get it tested once it is three years old. Heat also works the AC, the cooling fan and the coolant hard, and those jobs pile up in the first hot weeks of the year.

It freezes on about 28 nights a year here. Not many, but the first cold snap is when a weak battery shows itself, so test it in the fall.

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 Tyler is 20 minutes each way, and 79% of workers drive there alone.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

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

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Tyler

Buying a used car in Tyler? 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.

Parts of Texas 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.

Questions About Auto Repair in Tyler

How many auto repair businesses are there in Tyler?

We list 10 in Tyler, TX. 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 Tyler?

Preferred On-Site Fleet Services of Texas currently holds the highest rating in Tyler at 4.9 stars from 703 reviews. Preferred On-Site Fleet Services of Texas, Brown's Automotive, Calhouns Mobile Truck & Trailer Techs. 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 Tyler?

Yes. 9 of the businesses we list in Tyler 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 Tyler?

Independent shops in Texas usually bill $95 to $140 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 Texas require a car inspection?

Since January 1, 2025, most passenger cars no longer need a safety inspection, and owners pay a $7.50 inspection program replacement fee at registration instead. Gas vehicles 2 to 24 years old still need a yearly emissions test in 17 counties around Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin and El Paso. Bexar County (San Antonio) testing starts November 1, 2026, and commercial vehicles still need a yearly safety inspection.

Are any mechanics in Tyler open on Sunday?

Yes. 6 of the businesses we list in Tyler show Sunday hours, including A-1 Mobile Truck Repair, Preferred On-Site Fleet Services of Texas and Calhouns Mobile Truck & Trailer Techs.. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.

How do I know a shop in Tyler 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 10 listings in Tyler 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 Tyler?

Usually not. 9 of the businesses in Tyler 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 the heat in Tyler affect my car?

Tyler averages about 96 days a year at 90°F or hotter. Heat wears out batteries faster than cold does, and it is hard on the AC, the cooling system and tires. Test the battery every year once it is three years old and have the AC checked before summer.

Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Tyler?

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

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What Car Repairs Cost in Tyler, TX

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