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title: The 3 Best Auto repair shops in Cranston | Local Three
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updated: 2026-11-04
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# The 3 Best Auto repair shops in Cranston

2027 Edition

Three auto repair shops in Cranston worth calling first, chosen from 46 local companies on their public record. Here is why each one made it.

Updated November 4, 2026 By the Local Three editors [How we select](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

In short

Of the 46 auto repair shops we reviewed in Cranston, these three had the strongest records: 372 public reviews between them, averaging 4.9 out of 5.

Local Three editors · November 4, 2026

Editor's Pick

## [Park Avenue Auto Service](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-c4cd4185eba04d41/)

**4.9** from 108 reviews

Based in

Cranston

Coverage

Based in Cranston

### Why we picked them

The strongest overall record of the 46 auto repair shops we reviewed in Cranston: rating, review volume, recent activity and years in business, taken together.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 401-941-6222](tel:+14019416222)[Website](https://m.yelp.com/biz/park-ave-auto-service-cranston)

Reader Favorite

## [Tire Warehouse](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-7e877c2d7ad5a5e9/)

**4.7** from 228 reviews

Based in

Cranston

Coverage

Based in Cranston

### Why we picked them

More client reviews than any other selection: 228 of them, averaging 4.7 out of 5.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 401-463-3177](tel:+14014633177)[Website](https://locations.tirewarehouse.net/ri/cranston/1170-oaklawn-avenue)

Selection 03

## [Midland Transmission Inc](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-cebeec917b2b79db/)

**5.0** from 36 reviews

Based in

Coventry

Coverage

Based in Cranston

### Why we picked them

A steady public record: 5.0 from 36 reviews.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 401-828-7092](tel:+14018287092)[Website](http://midlandtransmission.com/)

Beyond the three

## More auto repair shops in Cranston

Other Cranston companies that met our basic bar. We looked at 46 in all for this work.

- Royle Auto Repair 4.8 · 78
- [Auto Solutions](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-1a0067e88f65110e/) 4.7 · 117
- Deanco Automotive 4.9 · 48
- Accu Auto Services 4.8 · 68
- Casale's Auto Body & Auto Sales 4.9 · 47
- Mavis Tires & Brakes 4.6 · 198
- [D&M Tyre Automotive Service Center](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-c9dfc4e4537e7f46/) 4.6 · 173
- [Joe & Son's Auto Service](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-e0bc1406fe56efa2/) 4.8 · 58
- [Melvin's Tire and Auto Service Centers](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-11ad6ceb8b961b50/) 4.6 · 146
- Porcelli's Auto Center 4.9 · 37
- Precision Automotive Services 4.9 · 38
- DC Automotive Inc. 4.9 · 28
- Smitty's Auto Services 4.8 · 38
- Jiffy Lube 4.5 · 138
- The Transmission Shop 4.8 · 28
- Gem Auto Care 4.9 · 33
- Cpm Auto Care 4.5 · 108
- Diversified Auto Repair 4.7 · 35
- Atwood Auto Repair 4.9 · 18
- American Muffler & Brake Shop 4.6 · 48
- Balasco's Garage 5.0 · 13
- Narragansett Auto Repair 4.5 · 68
- Jays Auto Service 4.8 · 18
- New England Starter and Alternator 4.8 · 18
- Oil & Grease On Wheels Inc 4.8 · 18
- Hartford Muffler And Brake 4.6 · 68
- Rhyda Tire 4.3 · 224
- [Safeway Oil Change & Automotive Services](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-29aec46f006d1819/) 4.4 · 95
- K&D automotive repair 4.8 · 24
- [Interstate Auto Repair](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-723fc9c9c0ddf97b/) 4.4 · 76
- Jiffy Lube 4.3 · 152
- R and F Auto Services 4.6 · 48
- Protech Automotive Services 4.6 · 18
- Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers 4.2 · 167
- Mason Automotive Irving 4.4 · 25
- Town Fair Tire 4.1 · 298
- Knightsville Service Center 4.4 · 20
- My Mechanics 4.5 · 28
- Interstate Repair Service 4.4 · 14
- Valvoline Instant Oil Change 4.1 · 198
- One Stop Auto Repair & Service 4.2 · 48
- Pontiac Service Center N and C 4.3 · 46
- Dan's Oil 4.2 · 18

At a glance

## The three, side by side

Comparison of the selected auto repair shops in Cranston

| | 01 Park Avenue Auto Service | 02 Tire Warehouse | 03 Midland Transmission Inc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Editor's Pick | Reader Favorite | – |
| Rating | 4.9 · 108 reviews | 4.7 · 228 reviews | 5.0 · 36 reviews |
| In business | – | – | – |
| Budget | – | – | – |
| Free estimate | Ask | Ask | Ask |
| License | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet |
| Based in | Cranston | Cranston | Coventry |

Methodology

## How we selected these businesses

Three is a deliberately small number. It forces us to leave out good companies.

[Read the full methodology](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

1.

**We start with everyone.** 46 auto repair shops in Cranston, from public listings and review platforms.

2.

**We remove the risky.** No working phone, too few genuine reviews or a weak rating.

3.

**We read the record.** Review volume and recency, years in business and the record checks we could confirm.

4.

**Editors keep three.** And write down who each one suits best.

[How we make money](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-make-money/).

Local facts · Providence

## Cranston, by the numbers

Public records tell you how busy the trade is and what the rules ask of every job. Read them before you call.

People per square mile

2,986

[Calculated from U.S. Census Bureau 2025 estimates and Gazetteer land area](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Land area

28.3 sq mi

[U.S. Census Bureau, 2025 Gazetteer files](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Cranston residents

84,647

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · July 1, 2025

Population change since 2020: from 82,905 (April 2020 base)

+2.1%

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · 2020–2025

Public sources, checked November 4, 2026.

Local guide

## Hiring auto repair shops in Cranston: what to know first

### Check the license

Look the company up on your state’s license search, and ask for insurance papers sent by the insurer.

### Compare written quotes

Three quotes for the same work, each listing what is not included.

### Ask about the warranty

In writing, clear about what it covers, and transferable if you sell.

### Pay in stages

Pay for finished, inspected stages, not dates. More in [our Cranston cost guide](https://thelocalthree.com/guides/auto-repair-shops-cost-cranston/).

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Questions

## Questions about auto repair shops in Cranston

How did the editors choose these auto repair shops in Cranston?

Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 46 auto repair shops for Cranston.

Which of these auto repair shops in Cranston has the best reviews?

Midland Transmission Inc has a 5.0 rating from 36 public reviews, the highest on this page.

Which of these auto repair shops has the most reviews?

Tire Warehouse, with 228 public reviews. A long review history shows how a business handles many jobs.

Are these auto repair shops licensed?

3 of the 3 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.

How many quotes should I get for auto repair shops in Cranston?

Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.

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