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title: The 3 Best Auto repair shops in New Haven | Local Three
url: https://thelocalthree.com/new-haven/auto-repair-shops/
updated: 2026-11-05
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# The 3 Best Auto repair shops in New Haven

2027 Edition

Three auto repair shops in New Haven worth calling first, chosen from 43 local companies on their public record. Here is why each one made it.

Updated November 5, 2026 By the Local Three editors [How we select](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

In short

Of the 43 auto repair shops we reviewed in New Haven, these three had the strongest records: 2,035 public reviews between them, averaging 4.8 out of 5.

Local Three editors · November 5, 2026

Editor's Pick

## [George Harte Infiniti](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-865c9d44d3b32f36/)

**4.8** from 1696 reviews

Based in

West Haven

Coverage

Based in New Haven

### Why we picked them

The strongest overall record of the 43 auto repair shops we reviewed in New Haven: rating, review volume, recent activity and years in business, taken together.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 203-495-6700](tel:+12034956700)[Website](http://www.georgeharteinfiniti.com)

Reader Favorite

## [Meineke Car Care Center](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-c81335af68b04d59/)

**4.8** from 225 reviews

Based in

Branford

Coverage

Based in New Haven

### Why we picked them

A large, loyal client base: 225 public reviews, averaging 4.8 out of 5.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 203-208-8649](tel:+12032088649)[Website](https://www.meineke.com/locations/ct/branford-316/)

Selection 03

## [JP Motors LLC](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-3d78de884c239010/)

**4.9** from 114 reviews

Based in

Woodbridge

Coverage

Based in New Haven

### Why we picked them

A steady public record: 4.9 from 114 reviews.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 203-387-6894](tel:+12033876894)[Website](http://reviews.customerlink.com/biz/jp-motors-woodbridge)

Beyond the three

## More auto repair shops in New Haven

Other New Haven companies that met our basic bar. We looked at 43 in all for this work.

- Torello Tire Company, Inc 4.7 · 354
- Carhavn Eurotech Center 4.7 · 288
- [Midas](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-5bc731738191cedb/) 4.8 · 156
- American Muffler Brake 4.7 · 158
- [Star Tires Plus Wheels](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-f5c9577100a0ef39/) 4.5 · 394
- Swanson Automotive 4.7 · 118
- Dougan Automotive Llc 4.7 · 148
- Excelerate Performance 4.5 · 225
- A&M Foreign Car Service Inc. 5.0 · 28
- East Rock Auto Repair Inc 4.6 · 98
- Monro Muffler Brake & Service 4.4 · 277
- Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers 4.5 · 145
- Valvoline Instant Oil Change 4.5 · 145
- One Stop Automotive LLC 4.9 · 28
- Whip-It Tire and Auto Repair 4.7 · 45
- Meineke Car Care Center 4.3 · 357
- [Amity Motors](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-e2af96ca3d879b19/) 4.7 · 38
- WrenchRite Automotive 4.7 · 37
- Annex Auto Repair 4.8 · 38
- Town Fair Tire 4.3 · 248
- Morales Transmissions 4.6 · 35
- CT Discount Muffler and Brakes 4.5 · 48
- Car-Tune Systems 4.7 · 24
- [Lela and Matt's Car Care Clinic](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-05c32107822fe266/) 4.6 · 28
- Automotive Excellence 4.4 · 58
- Dynamic Auto LLC 4.3 · 106
- Guilford Texaco 4.3 · 105
- Access Auto Tires 4.4 · 54
- Guilford Texaco North Inc 4.7 · 18
- Aquila Motors 4.5 · 32
- Alfano's Auto Repair 4.9 · 23
- Yale Motor Works 4.6 · 18
- Tripp's Service Center Llc 4.5 · 35
- R J Shore Automotive 4.2 · 88
- [Lee Myles Transmissions](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-0fe9b1438f17415a/) 4.2 · 27
- TA Truck Service 4.1 · 58
- RJ Shore Collision 4.2 · 20
- Affordable Transmissions LLC 4.1 · 38
- J M Montesanto Auto Body 4.6 · 17
- Bim Auto Repair 4.1 · 18

At a glance

## The three, side by side

Comparison of the selected auto repair shops in New Haven

| | 01 George Harte Infiniti | 02 Meineke Car Care Center | 03 JP Motors LLC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Editor's Pick | Reader Favorite | – |
| Rating | 4.8 · 1696 reviews | 4.8 · 225 reviews | 4.9 · 114 reviews |
| In business | – | – | – |
| Budget | – | – | – |
| Free estimate | Ask | Ask | Ask |
| License | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet |
| Based in | West Haven | Branford | Woodbridge |

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.** 43 auto repair shops in New Haven, 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 · South Central Connecticut Planning Region

## New Haven, 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

7,425

[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

18.7 sq mi

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

New Haven residents

138,774

[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 134,014 (April 2020 base)

+3.6%

[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 5, 2026.

Local guide

## Hiring auto repair shops in New Haven: 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 New Haven cost guide](https://thelocalthree.com/guides/auto-repair-shops-cost-new-haven/).

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Questions

## Questions about auto repair shops in New Haven

How did the editors choose these auto repair shops in New Haven?

Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 43 auto repair shops for New Haven.

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

JP Motors LLC has a 4.9 rating from 114 public reviews, the highest on this page.

Which of these auto repair shops has the most reviews?

George Harte Infiniti, with 1696 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 New Haven?

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

Related in New Haven

## Also selected

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- [Tire shops](https://thelocalthree.com/new-haven/tire-shops/)

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