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Do I Need A Specialist For European Auto Repairs?

Do I Need A Specialist For European Auto Repairs?

While there is no legal or warranty requirement stating that you need to visit a specialist for your European auto repair, upkeep, and part replacements, your vehicle (and your wallet) will thank you for it!

Read on to learn 5 reasons why, or call (775) 284-9444 to speak directly with a European auto repair specialist in Reno, NV.

5 Reasons To Choose European Auto Repair Specialists

  1. European auto repairs often require special tools. Many European vehicles are made with different parts and standards than their American or Asian counterparts. This goes for just about everything, from camshaft timing tools to basic bolt heads. For example, VW uses a lot of triple square and metric hex head bolts, whereas newer Mercedes use Torx/E-Torx.If your auto repair shop does not have these specialty tools on-hand, your service will be delayed—or the technician might try to “make due” with what they have, and you will be left with stripped bolts, incomplete repairs, voided warranties, or worse.
  2. European vehicles require special parts. When it is time for a part replacement, the only way to keep your European vehicle running factory-fresh is to use genuine, OEM parts from European vehicle manufacturers. Unfortunately, not all shops carry, or even have access to, these specialty parts.But when you choose Automotion for your european auto repair, you’ve got nothing to worry about. We have been a Bosch-authorized European auto repair center since 1988, and we maintain a large inventory of genuine, OEM European parts year-round to reduce the risks of delivery delays and make it easy to compare different options in-house.
  3. European auto repairs require special skills. Even with the right tools and replacement parts, general repair shops might lack the skills and experience to guarantee great repairs.At Automotion, our team is Bosch-authorized, AAA-approved, and ASE-certified; we work with all European makes and models; and we offer a 24,000-mile / 24-month guarantee on all parts and labor. And if our certifications, service warranty, and decades of experience aren’t enough to give you peace of mind, check out some of our 200+ glowing Google reviews.
  4. European auto repair specialists provide accurate diagnostics. Not all vehicles use the standard OBD-II diagnostic system. European cars use the European On-Board Diagnostics (EOBD), which is similar but different. To get laser-accurate diagnoses and quick, cost-effective repairs, you have to find a shop with compatible diagnostic tools, and Automotion has what you need!
  5. European auto repair specialists protect your warranty coverage. If you want to maintain your warranty coverage and avoid hefty repair and part replacement costs, you need to follow the maintenance schedule stipulated by your European car manufacturer. Most general repair shops won’t know the difference, and these oversights could cost you your coverage. Choosing a european auto repair specialist ensures that all repair, maintenance, and part replacement services are completed according to the manufacturer’s timeline and specifications.

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Our Customer Reviews

Everyone was kind, helpful, and prompt. They knew what they were doing and had my best interest at heart.

Lindsey Harris May 5, 2026

We just got an oil change. As usual they were thorough and fast.

Heidi Blom May 5, 2026

Good service. Chris was very helpful. Shuttle service was greatly appreciated as I only have one vehicle. As far as price goes, honesty and integrity and quality are more important to me than the cost. If my vehicle breaks down again I will give them a call. Keep up the good work. Dave Cronk.

Vicky C Mar 3, 2026

Efficient and timely

Sam Somerhalder Sep 9, 2023

Excellent and efficient service. They were able to diagnose and fix a problem that the dealership was unable to solve. I was impressed with their professionalism and transparency. I will not hesitate to use their shop again in the future.

Derek Freiheit Mar 3, 2026

What a great company!!

shirley spangler Mar 3, 2026

Automotion has been our go to mechanic for our vehicles for many years. As we approach 250,000 miles, it gives us piece of mind that we have trusted pros making sure we’re ready for long haul trips, like our recent one to the midwest — though ice/snow and mountain passes. These guys help keep your vehicles reliable and safe! Thank you Automotion team!!

Derek Partridge Mar 3, 2026

Easy to schedule. Used the night drop—super easy w follow up at scheduled drop time. Very good conversation on need to have vs nice to have (aka we can get it next time). During the Christmas season this gave me great confidence I was still keeping my car dependable until my next service inspection. Great team at Automotion. Been w them 6 years w 4 cars across three makes. I will never go back to a dealership!

Jim Adamski Dec 12, 2025

Always great!

Grace Thornton Dec 12, 2025

They had a wonderful way of dealing with new people

Saul Valencia Nov 11, 2025

They quickly identified the problem and repaired it. The estimated repair cost was accurate and reasonable. I’ll go back

Paul Dieringer Nov 11, 2025

I've trusted this shop since I moved to Reno 20 years ago. They were highly recommended then and I can say the same today. The Service Advisors are honest with me on the condition of my vehicle, what needs attention now and what can be addressed at a later time. The mechanics/technicians have massive skills on top-end vehicles, so my SUV was a piece of cake. I trust the work is done right the first time and I have never been disappointed. Why go anywhere else?

K. Alfsen Nov 11, 2025

John was very helpful taking me home after I dropped off my car for service. I now have 2 working headlights!

Kathy Harada Oct 10, 2025

I had great service by both Shauna and the other gentleman. I was looking to buy a used car with a lot of mileage and year. I can’t remember the gentleman’s name but he really advocated for me during the discussion with the seller and advised me honestly in a really helpful manner. If you are young or of modest means it’s worth the checkup to avoid major issues, they saved me at least 1.5k and squeezed me in the same day

Sana Rahmani Sep 9, 2025

I came in for a wheel alignment. There was a miscommunication over the phone around price. Jason, the manager, honored the much lower price I was quoted over the phone. It’s that’s kind of gesture that will bring me back to this shop. All around they were communicative, honest, transparent, and friendly. 5 stars.

Maxim Dobrushin Sep 9, 2025

It was a nice looking shop with many very nice antique cars in the lot. Jason was pleasant, professional and responsive on the phone. However, I had made an appointment to have a key smith make a key for my car, and drove an hour each way to get to the shop to get there. And the key smith didn’t show up. So I was disappointed at driving nearly 110 miles and wasting my time for this. On the other hand, I wouldn’t hesitate to go back and have something done at the shop that they self-performed because they were as decent as they could be about the situation. They had a nice coffee machine for customers that I appreciated, too, and a good place to hang out and work while you wait if you need that. Nice people.

Robert Aug 8, 2025

Had my Ferrari taken care of quickly. Awesome. I’ll be back

michael h Jul 7, 2025

Smog check for a 71 Blazer. Thank you for your assistance over the years!!

Autumn Pacini Jun 6, 2025

Automation Service and Repair maintains all of our family vehicles with reasonable prices and professional pride.! 5 stars !

Biviano Vasquez Nov 11, 2019

Excellent service. Definitely 10/10. The service technician did a fantastic job at servicing and repairing my Bentley. Usually I would have to send my car to the Bentley dealership in San Francisco for repair and servicing. Automation provided much better service and communication than the Bentley dealership. Jason was an extremely effective customer service representative. Highest recommendation.

James Olson May 5, 2025

Great customer service and staff

Jennifer Morgan Apr 4, 2024

I appreciate the service and trust that I am getting well taken care of.

Tahoelink Apr 4, 2025

Very professional..done right 👍

Bruce Bonnett Mar 3, 2025

These guys are amazing. They are honest, quick and affordable. I’ve been taking my car to them for 4 years now. I wouldn’t go anywhere else.

Joanna Roberts Jan 1, 2025

Pleasant and service oriented and accountable on time needed for repair.

Carlos Luna May 5, 2024

Easy to do business with great communication excellent service!

jacob pavelea Dec 12, 2024

Very friendly and explained in great detail what needed to be done,and offered rides to be picked up and taken home❤️

Arlene Sweeney Feb 2, 2024

Great people. Great service.

Roger Davidson Jan 1, 2025

They are the BEST. Done early and did extra work. Treated me with the utmost respect.

Denise Dec 12, 2024

Jason was AWESOME coordinating the delivery of vehicle by Tow Truck, the Review by Mechanics, and update on timeline for Parts and Installation. Couldn’t be happier with Jason and ALL the Staff! Great Job! Kudo’s to Your Team! Jim & Yolanda Avanzino

Jim Dec 12, 2024

So glad that I brought my car to them very helpful great communication and options to get my problem fixed . Really appreciate their professionalism and friendliness of Jason .

Janet Ramirez Dec 12, 2024

Super friendly, very knowledgeable staff, helped me out as a non customer wirh a flat tire that just happened to be right there. At thier stire. Beautiful showroom.

faiR ENOugh Dec 12, 2024

Automotion is the best repair shop in Reno, they always do the job right the first time.

clifford candevan Apr 4, 2023

I took my car in to have the suspension checked because I was staying to hear some squeaking when I drove over bumps and rough road. After they test drove it, they said that the springs and struts tested normally, so they lubricated them and said that all should be good in a couple of days once the lube worked into the system. And they're were right! Their integrity saved me hundreds of dollars when they could have opted to replace parts that were still good. That's how a company builds trust with us customers.

Wally Murray (luvinthislife) Dec 12, 2024

Absolutely lovely establishment, so many great things about this place, between the excellent service, the great bathrooms and the wonderful dogs to greet you and pet, I absolutely recommend coming here for any car needs, especially who have a Mercedes sprinter. The staff is super kind of knowledgeable and are willing to work with you if you have special needs for your vehicle like we have with ours. They will even put your lug nuts on in a certain order if you ask them to. Very detail oriented, very professional absolutely recommend coming here for everything you need!!

Stacy Ladwig Oct 10, 2024

A surprisingly refreshing experience.

Susan Mahoney Oct 10, 2024
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