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ARS Automotive Offers Auto Repair Services You Can Count On!

Shop Front Since 1969, ARS Automotive has provided motorists in the Pittsburgh, PA 15239 area with comprehensive auto repair services that include 4x4 Services, Alignment, Auto Body / Paint / Refinishing Services , Brakes, Car & Truck Care, Collision Repair Services, Domestic Cars & Trucks, Electrical Services, Electronic Services, Engine Maintenance, General Services, Heating and Cooling Services, Inspections and Emissions, Miscellaneous Services, Tires and Undercar Services. Our goal is to offer the best services available at affordable prices to get you back on the road in no time.

Waiting Room You'll be hard-pressed to find the same level of expertise that our auto mechanic specialists provide! We have years of experience working on both domestic and import vehicles of all makes and models and can work with you to find cost-effective repair and maintenance alternatives.

For a high-performing vehicle, trust ARS Automotive with your car, truck, or van. To learn more about the services we offer, please contact us by phone at 412-795-4059 or send us an email. We also invite you to learn more about our dedication to you, our valued customer.

What Our Customers are Saying...

High recommendation!
-Emi Bourgeois
Best auto repair shop in this area. Know what they are doing and at a fair price.
-Diane Makowski
Excellent service at very reasonable prices. The job is always done right the first time!
-Jim Stieler
Charlie did a great job on my A/C re-charge. Very reasonable price, friendly service. We'll be back next time we need service on our vehicles.
-Mark Englert
Great car care for 20 years.
-Glen Foster
AS ALWAYS FAIR, HONEST SERVICE....
-John Trezza
Great place to have your vehicle serviced. I would not go any place else. Charlie stands by his work and his word.
-Jolynn Peterson
Great place to have vehicle fixed.
-Lloyd Plum
Always a professional job at a reasonable price. Very knowledgeable and able to deal with problems very effectively
-Joe Corvino
Very happy with their auto service and their customer service. Very good prices.
-Steve Soltau
Charlie is the most honest auto mechanic I have ever known, aside from my Father! He will never do an unnecessary repair, and will tell you when he or his very capable staff observe a "down-the-road" problem to watch with your vehicle. And he is courteous, respectful & takes pride in his top quality work! You can count on Charlie's Car Care to be "Caring"!
-Joyce Kirchoffer
Nice people. Quote was reasonable. Work done correctly. No pressure to sell additional services. Pleased with the service.
-Joel Parker
Five stars out of five stars fantastic service I would recommend this garage anybody and I will be Use their services again and recommend them to all my friends
-Dave Kavanagh
Very pleased with the results, Charlie identified the problem and solved it without finding other problems to solve.
-Timothy Frary
Visited Charlie's Car Care for the first time and was impressed and very pleased with the service. Was told by another garage that I needed brakes in addition to other things. No brakes were needed. Very honest and reasonably priced. Car was repaired in time I was told it would be. Definitely will be using them exclusively in the future.
-Peggy Powell
Thanks for a great experience at your shop. AC is working very well.
-Mike Graham
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-Helen Whitman
Tried 'em out 'cause I had a Costco 15% discount voucher, but it turns out that the job (alignment) cost the least there even before that. They've been in business for a long time, and it's truly a family business. Charlie's dad told me he went into this business years ago because it's work he loves. THAT kind of dedication is priceless. I'm pleased to have found my mechanic in Florida.
-Mike Hess
Work is always professionally completed with care to review with the customer cost impacts along the way.
-Joe Treshler
Honest. Charlie and his team always look out for the customer and doesn't add unnecessary work and try and up sell you. I have been going to Charlie's for overtime.
-Tim Heller
Best team of mechanics in town. Also trust your families vehicles with Charlie Car care. Also, notice how busy he is all the time.
-Tim Heller
Car repairs and maintenance are not fun, but Charlie's makes it as painless and quick as possible. Very reliable.
-Dawn Britner
The best place I have found for auto repairs in the Dunedin/Clearwater area. Charlies repairs most problems and does it right the first time. Have never had a problem with getting my car in for repair and it gets repaired in a timely fashion. Thank you Charlies.
-Diane Makowski
Always friendly and excellent service.
-David Derousse
Very trusting and excellent work.
-Dawn Clouser
They are always the best. They are very knowledgeable.
-Julia Fry
WOW - Charlie's is great!! I recently moved to Clearwater and was looking for a reputable place (NOT the car dealer) to have my 2008 MKZ serviced. Charlie and his team exceed my expectations, "bumper to bumper".
-Martie Wood
Great service.
-Lloyd Plum
Great place, great people.
-Lloyd Plum
Work is always professionally completed, with sensitivity to the costs that really need to be incurred.
-Joe Treshler
Honest mechanic is usually an oxymoron but not with Charley. He's been taking care of my work van and personal car for years and has always done a great job and slightly less cost than other shops. Took our Hyundai to the dealer where they lied and said we needed ($800+) repairs. Told Charley, he didn't see the need to repair. He could've said there was a problem and charged a lesser price but didn't . Charley Rocks!
-Shawn Lowery
Charlie & Company are the best guys in town. Honest, affordable and a lot of fun. Go there. You'll be glad you did, and sorry you didn't sooner.
-Chip Haynes
Excellent service very professional
-Dave Kavanagh
Charlie's did a very thorough job and took my car in right away. They are very friendly there and customer-focused. They even provided me with transportation to go and pick up my car. Thank you! I will be back.
-Vera Broga

Vehicle Tips

According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.
The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)
Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.
Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.
Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.
A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.
Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.
Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.
Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.
Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.
Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.
Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.
Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.
Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.
Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.
Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.
Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.
Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.
Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.
Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.