California Automotive & Tire
4.7 (58)
12332 Christensen Rd, Salinas, CA 93907
(831) 443-8340
Claimed
Service options
- In-store shopping
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Reviews
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Vicky Joy
3 months ago
To be avoided at all costs!The people at this alledged repair shop are highly unmannered and unprofessional. The "owner" is unresponsive to phone calls and has an extremally short temper and shows signs of mental instability who won't pull back from yelling for no reason not even after it's been repeatedly brought to his attention that he is talking in the presence of a 4 year old child; the mechanic needed 2.5 weeks!!! to partially diagnose my car, get the inside of the car super dirty with his oily hands (ceiling included?!?) and fixed absolutely NOTHING in over 3 weeks. Took my car to professionals and it got fixed in 7 hours- same price/ no drama, no disturbed behaviors, no yelling, just doing!!!It would be better if people would stick to what they are actually good at or LEARN if they are not at the minimum level of acceptable at least. It's no fair game waisting people's time and energy on unprofessionals of this severity.....Before moving here, we had a mechanic we went to for 16 years... We know what a good mechanic means.... certainly not this place and ppl.
Alexandra Pimentel
8 months ago
Found them by doing a google search and reading the good reviews so I figured I should write one. They got me in last minute for an urgent fix on my truck that all the other shops I called couldn't do till a week later. Very nice and professional. Best prices out of everyone I called as well. Great work. I will definitely be going back for future work.
Rebecca Rodriguez
a year ago
Professional but friendly. Did a great job on my new tires and alignment. Comfortable waiting area. Not just a bench outside the shop, enclosed area with many comfortable chairs and heater.Made the wait not so bad!
E Varga
2 months ago
Unreliable crew, unworthy of your time if you really want your car fixed.
F. G.
5 years ago
Have been going to Michael's for many, many years. We consider him, the Family Mechanic.Very friendly, reasonable prices, most excellent work, trustworthy, accommodating.If you need your vehicle worked on, don't where to go, who to trust? Call MichaelI give this business 10 s
Louis N
4 years ago
I would recommend this place to my Mother very reliable mechanical service not going to have you fix something that doesn't need fixing and excellent competitive prices on new tires and slightly used tires. Customer service is what they show you in their pride of workmanship. My whole family has been coming here since 2005.
D P
2 years ago
Beyond grateful to Mike for assisting with a bent wheel just prior to a cross country trek. You are a trip saver! Thank you for getting my daughter's car roadworthy in such a helpful, timely way.
Gunner Thompson
3 years ago
I have relied on Mike and his staff for 20 years. Great prices great service and great people. You can not go wrong very honest and treats you like a best friend no matter who you are
Brian Eberhardt
5 years ago
Awesome service! Fast and friendly! I m traveling and had a blowout on my trailer on my way to my vacation and these guys were the closest to me, they helped me without any hesitation and made my travels super easy by not having me wait long at all to get my new tires done and back on the road again! Thanks again!
Jeremy Jacob Gutierrez
2 years ago
Mike was absolutely awesome!My girlfriend and I felt extremely cared for and our needs were handled really well!Definitely recommend Cal Auto Tire!
Sherri Thompson
11 months ago
Easy to make an appointment. They got my truck right in and were done before I was done shopping at CVS, which is right across the street!
Dwight Usry
2 years ago
Best place for all services. Quick, efficient, honest..I've been going there for 6 years and don't plan on changing. Mike and his guys are awesome
Crystal Bill
10 years ago
I have been buying all my tires from Michael for 3 years now, and he has the best prices- better than Costco! He has done a great job on the tire installation and alignments. He brings my 3 cars beyond factory specs. Very friendly, very helpful.He sent a guy out to fix a flat on my old tire, and didn't even charge me. They also gave me free rides back home when I had to leave the car overnight.I can't tell you how many cigarettes I bummed from his mechanics- and they never complained.Michael also let me borrow a truckload of old tires for packing materials, then I brought them back for disposal. No Charge!This is a great company, having a hard time because of freeway construction. Please take the time and trouble to find him off the Boronda/Espinosa exits on Highway 101 in Salinas.
Judith Vanessa Peinado
4 years ago
Thankful and blessed to have been referred here. Owner and staff were very helpful. Great customer service and reasonable prices. LORD permits, we will continue coming here for our vehicle and RV tire services.
Nicholase Seider
3 years ago
I had an issue with one of my tires on my Nissan NV3500. They were knowledgeable, helpful, and most importantly honest. I would definitely go back without hesitation.
Stephan Sarzetakis
3 years ago
Have been a customer of Cal Auto for a few years now. They are affordable, knowledgeable and they take care of you. I recommend them to everyone in need of tires!
Jay Wilson
4 years ago
Great service thank you Shawna. I recommend this place for a great deal on all of your tire and alignment needs. Great mechanic on staff. Thanks again
Brian Garcia
7 years ago
Cal Tire has always been helpful and competitive with price and service. The ASE CERTIFIED techs are professional and efficient. For your local tire, alignment, and mechanical needs
Aaron Carbonel
3 years ago
Excellent service and great prices, I've been coming here for yours and never had an issue I highly recommend.
Chuck Backus
7 years ago
I am not a 'Brain Surgeon' but I find the location 'issue' is mute: it has a traffic light at intersection (DAH!). And as far as service: they are PROS and not amateurs. I won't buy tires anywhere else. Se habla Espanol. Ladies are welcome.
RICHARD LOPEZ
6 years ago
Michael and staff bend over backwards for their customers. They make you feel that a hand shake means something. I Wont go anywhere else for tire and wheels.
Randie Dandie Brayman
3 years ago
Awesome customer service!!!Even better prices than most!Excellent serviceVery clean & ProfessionalService with a smile
Eva Carson
5 years ago
The best customer service friendly and totally trustworthy. I truly appreciate your service, God Bless you all!
ray toney
6 years ago
It's a great place for tires and minor repairs but most of the vechicals that run through the shop are basket cases and not worth fixing but customers want it done anyway
Rod Cahoon
a year ago
I've been doing business with Mike for a long time he does me right.
Marcela
2 years ago
Best! Mike is always attentive & does ething to make his customers happy!
Pete Rocha
6 years ago
Nice , friendly people who do auto care. Great prices on tires.
Visuals Photography
5 years ago
Service is great loved the people that work there very polite and the prices are great
Gina
2 years ago
Great place. Honest. Reliable..fair prices..great work.
Norma Tapia
3 years ago
Great customer service! Quick and fair prices.