Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Kenosha, WI
MechanicRank lists 5 auto repair businesses in Kenosha, WI. 4 are mobile mechanics who come to your home or work and 3 run auto repair shops you can drive to. Some do both. The best rated with a real review history is Hoffman's Auto & Tire, at 4.5 stars from 244 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 Kenosha
5 independent businesses in our directory.
Gio’s Garage Mobile mechanic
Dozier Auto Service - Mobile mechanic
Mobile Mechanics Services
Hoffman's Auto & Tire
Getting a Car Fixed in Kenosha
Independent shops in Wisconsin usually charge $90 to $130 an hour for labor, which is below the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At Wisconsin rates, an alternator replacement runs about $270 to $775 and a car battery replacement runs about $145 to $385 for a midsize car.
Of the 5 Kenosha 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.
For work a general shop may turn away, Kenosha has 1 tire shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.
Wisconsin has no safety inspection for passenger cars. Vehicles kept in Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Sheboygan, Washington and Waukesha counties need an emissions test every other year before plates can be renewed. Model years 1996 and newer are covered, and a test is also needed within 45 days of some title changes. Details are on the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles site. A shop cannot do repairs the customer has not approved, and it must write up a signed repair order before work that may cost more than $50. The shop must return replaced parts if the customer asks before the repair starts. Read the rule.
Owning a Car in Kenosha
Lows drop to freezing on about 135 nights a year. Cold is when a weak battery finally fails, because a cold engine takes more power to turn over.
The average commute in Kenosha is 24 minutes each way, and 79% of workers drive there alone.
Sources, checked October 13, 2026
- Weather: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Kenosha Rgnl Airport
- Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, Kenosha city
Pre-Purchase Inspections in Kenosha
Buying a used car in Kenosha? 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.
The nearest PPI Auto city is Milwaukee, about 31 miles away, and inspectors drive out to Kenosha.
Parts of Wisconsin 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 Kenosha
How many auto repair businesses are there in Kenosha?
We list 5 in Kenosha, WI. 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 Kenosha?
Hoffman's Auto & Tire currently holds the highest rating in Kenosha at 4.5 stars from 244 reviews. Hoffman's Auto & Tire 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 Kenosha?
Yes. 4 of the businesses we list in Kenosha 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 Kenosha?
Independent shops in Wisconsin usually bill $90 to $130 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 Wisconsin require a car inspection?
Wisconsin has no safety inspection for passenger cars. Vehicles kept in Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Sheboygan, Washington and Waukesha counties need an emissions test every other year before plates can be renewed. Model years 1996 and newer are covered, and a test is also needed within 45 days of some title changes.
Are any mechanics in Kenosha open on Sunday?
Yes. 2 of the businesses we list in Kenosha show Sunday hours, including Mtservicesllc 24hr mobile roadside service. and Mobile Mechanics Services. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.
How do I know a shop in Kenosha 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 5 listings in Kenosha has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. A shop cannot do repairs the customer has not approved, and it must write up a signed repair order before work that may cost more than $50. The shop must return replaced parts if the customer asks before the repair starts. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.
Does it cost more to use a mobile mechanic in Kenosha?
Usually not. 4 of the businesses in Kenosha 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 Kenosha affect my car?
Kenosha gets about 135 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 Kenosha?
Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Kenosha 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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Typical independent shop prices at Wisconsin 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.
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