Auto repairs and tire service in Waterloo
If you want clear pricing, knowledgeable help, and work that fits what you’re willing to put into your vehicle, we’re set up for everyday maintenance, repairs, and tires—including trucks.
- 40 total reviews
- Full-service auto shop
- Fair, transparent pricing
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- team
What Locals of Waterloo say about D and R Automotive
D and R Automotive is often seen as a straightforward place to bring a vehicle when an issue needs to be handled without pressure. Many people come in needing anything from a flat tire fix to ongoing maintenance or more extensive truck work, and they want the shop to explain options and respect budget and timing. The approach here is focused on knowledgeable service, clear communication about price, and practical solutions when it makes sense to work with existing parts rather than replacing parts unnecessarily.
Services We Provide
Quality work, honest pricing, and repairs done right the first time.
Auto Service & Repair
General auto service and repair starts with the concern, the vehicle’s condition, and its maintenance history. The work may range from routine upkeep to diagnosis and repair of related mechanical or electrical systems.
Car Repair
Car repair addresses a specific mechanical, electrical, safety, or drivability concern after the cause has been assessed. The appropriate repair depends on evidence from inspection and testing, not the symptom alone.
Brake Repair
Brake repair begins with an inspection of the parts that create, transfer, and control braking force. The findings determine whether adjustment, maintenance, or component repair is appropriate.
Oil Change
An oil change replaces used engine oil and the filter with products selected for the vehicle. The visit can also provide a limited opportunity to check fluid leaks, the drain area, and items included in the chosen service.
AC & Heat Repair
Heating and air-conditioning repair starts by separating airflow, temperature-control, refrigerant, cooling-system, and electrical concerns. Testing determines which system is responsible before repair is recommended.
Engine Diagnostics
Engine diagnostics combines the driver’s observations, scan data, operating tests, and targeted checks to identify the cause of a warning light or performance concern.
Transmission Repair
Transmission repair addresses shifting, engagement, leakage, control, or internal mechanical concerns after the transmission and related systems have been tested. The repair can range from an external correction to internal work or replacement.
Tire Services
Tire services cover inspection, pressure correction, rotation, balancing, puncture assessment, seasonal changeover, and tire replacement as appropriate. Tire condition, wheel condition, and vehicle requirements determine the work.
Winter Tire Installation
Winter tire installation prepares a compatible set of seasonal tires and wheels for cold-weather use. Inspection, fitment, pressure, balance, and proper wheel fastening are part of a careful changeover.
Wheel Alignment
Wheel alignment measures and adjusts applicable suspension angles so the wheels track according to vehicle specifications. Tire condition, ride height, steering position, and worn or damaged parts must be considered first.
Battery Replacement
Battery replacement involves confirming battery condition and starting or charging-system behaviour before installing a compatible unit. Some vehicles also require battery registration, adaptation, or preserved electronic settings.
Radiator Repair
Radiator and cooling-system repair addresses coolant loss, restricted heat transfer, pressure problems, airflow faults, or damaged components. The source of overheating or leakage should be confirmed before parts are replaced.
Exhaust Repair
Exhaust repair addresses leakage, noise, damaged supports, emissions-control faults, and restricted flow after the affected section is identified. The system includes more than the visible tailpipe.
Suspension Repair
Suspension repair addresses worn, loose, leaking, bent, or damaged components that affect ride, tire contact, steering response, and vehicle stability. Inspection identifies which parts and related alignment work are appropriate.
Auto Inspection
An auto inspection documents the condition of the systems included in the requested inspection. It may support maintenance planning, a purchase decision, a regulatory requirement, or diagnosis, but the exact checklist depends on the inspection type.
Preventive Maintenance
Preventive maintenance uses vehicle guidance, service history, operating conditions, and current condition to plan upkeep before avoidable wear or fluid deterioration creates a larger concern.
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Why Drivers of Waterloo Choose D and R Automotive
Work that accounts for your budget
Repairs are handled with an understanding of how much time and/or money you want to put into the vehicle, including helping keep older cars on the road when applicable.
Tire help when problems come up
Tire services are a common reason people choose D and R Automotive, including handling situations like flats and tire changes.
Support for trucks and commercial needs
The shop is used for truck repairs and maintenance, including work described as commercial safety and getting a commercial truck ready for seasonal use.
Signals are derived from aggregated public customer feedback trends.
The team at D and R Automotive is known for being knowledgeable and easy to deal with, with pricing that feels fair and transparent. The shop is often chosen for tire needs and for truck repairs and maintenance, and the work is commonly described as consistently solid.
What Our Customers Say
“Been here only a handful of times after my family friend retired and referred us here. Dave has been understanding and respectful of how much time and/or money I'm willing to put on the car and has always worked within his abilities and used his and his small teams knowledge to help us stretch out the life of our older car. Had very good experience here, and would highly recommend it instead of other companies which will just replace parts on a whim, rather than finding solutions within existing parts (obviously when applicable and translatable)”
Find Us in Waterloo
Opening Hours
- Monday8 AM to 5 PM
- Tuesday8 AM to 5 PM
- Wednesday8 AM to 5 PM
- Thursday8 AM to 5 PM
- Friday8 AM to 5 PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
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