Frequently Asked Questions

  • APS AUTOMOTIVE provides comprehensive vehicle care in Atascadero, including state smog checks, routine maintenance like oil changes and fluid flushes, computerized diagnostics for engine, transmission, and electrical systems, brake and suspension repair, tire services and alignments, complete engine and transmission rebuilding or replacement, AC system repair, and fleet maintenance. Our ASE-certified technicians use modern equipment to deliver honest estimates, timely repairs, and long-term solutions for domestic and import vehicles, backed by reliable customer service and decades of experience since 1992.

  • Decide what service you need, then call or visit APS AUTOMOTIVE to schedule an appointment—our team can advise if you’re due for a smog check, oil change, diagnostic, or more extensive engine work. Prepare basic information: your vehicle’s make, model, year, current mileage, and any symptoms or warning lights you’ve noticed. Bring maintenance records if you have them and arrive a few minutes early to complete any required paperwork. Ask for an estimate and a timeline before work begins, request that technicians contact you for approval of additional repairs, and keep a record of the service performed for future reference.

  • At APS in Atascadero, our difference comes from decades of reliable, no-nonsense service: we combine ASE-certified technicians, transparent diagnostics, and straightforward pricing with the kind of personalized attention typically lost at larger shops. Since 1992 we've focused on doing the job right the first time—offering comprehensive smog checks, routine oil changes, advanced engine diagnostics, and complete engine repairs—backed by clear explanations and documented estimates so customers know what to expect. We pride ourselves on honesty, timely turnarounds, and treating every vehicle as if it were our own, which builds long-term trust in the community and keeps drivers coming back.

  • You can reach APS AUTOMOTIVE by phone at (805) 461-8523 for appointments, estimates, and general questions; for quicker service updates, call during business hours or leave a voicemail and we’ll return your call promptly. Our shop is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. We are closed on Saturdays and Sundays. For after-hours inquiries, send a message via our contact form or email and we will respond the next business day.

  • Working with APS AUTOMOTIVE means straightforward, dependable service from a team that has been serving Atascadero since 1992. You'll find technicians who explain problems and repair options clearly, provide accurate estimates, and prioritize honest recommendations over unnecessary upsells. Appointments are handled efficiently, smog checks, oil changes