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AKA Automotive

Auto repair shop · Windsor, WI · reviewed since 2012

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%96+52.4Reliability 24%96+23.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%57+4Experts Score= 94Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.94SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#138 of 809 auto repair shopsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 83%
5.0 ★★★★★ 138 Google reviews · 12 photos
98%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
13%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

AKA Automotive at a glance

Google reviewers rate AKA Automotive five out of five stars based on 138 reviews, highlighting consistent praise for fair pricing, honest assessments, and efficient turnaround times. Customers frequently note the staff's friendly demeanor and clear communication regarding diagnostic options and repair costs. One negative review cites a specific instance where a vehicle stalled after service and the shop failed to follow up on a promised callback, leading the customer to seek repairs elsewhere.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 138 reviews (98% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 138 Google reviews (100 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 13% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 1, 2026.
  • Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Windsor, Wisconsin.

Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.

Score profile vs other auto repair shops

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction96Reliability96Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews57Satisfaction: 96 (median 87)Reliability: 96 (median 85)Craft & service: 100 (median 99)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 57 (median 58)
AKA AutomotiveAuto Repair Shops median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.AKA Automotive: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
96
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.AKA Automotive: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
96
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.AKA Automotive: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.AKA Automotive: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.AKA Automotive: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.AKA Automotive: 57/100 on this factor. Category median: 58.C
57

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Star ratings

138 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars13598%
  • 4 stars21%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star11%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 100 written reviews

  • Praise20498%
  • Complaints42%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price941%
  • Reasonable1359%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Honesty & trust4622%
  • Quality & results3818%
  • Staff & attitude3818%
  • Price & value3215%
  • Would recommend2713%
  • Speed & response189%
  • Communication94%

What customers talk about

We read 100 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “They are good at what they do and they are honest and they usually beat the prices of anywhere else.”
  • “Excellent service and by far an awesome friendly shop that provides fair pricing.”
  • “Great, professional service from the start of a phone conversation to final workmanship on hitch install on my new car.”
  • “The place to go for reasonably priced, professional vehicle service and the kind of customer care that makes you feel like part of the family.”
  • “We highly recommend them and will continue to do so for years to come!”
    “Do not recommend this place.”
  • “Jason is a pleasure to work with and he made my auto repair experience a very uncomplicated and quick process.”
  • “I’m very happy with the service, the communication, and how quickly they got everything done.”

People customers mention

  • Jason 8 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired AKA Automotive for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

ErikaLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Excellent service and by far an awesome friendly shop that provides fair pricing. Won't go anywhere else. So happy I found this facility.

Great priceAuto engine diagnosticWheel alignmentOil change
Richard2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Jason is a pleasure to work with and he made my auto repair experience a very uncomplicated and quick process.

Brittany1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I was on the way to MN from Chicago when my check engine light came off. Jason and his team stopped their very busy schedule to help me get back on the road- and very quickly! They made sure they could do whatever was in their power to get me back on track. I’m forever grateful!

Great priceAuto engine diagnostic
Kiki4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I had a great experience with A.K.A. Automotive! I dropped my SUV off on Monday, and they had it finished by Wednesday afternoon. I’m very happy with the service, the communication, and how quickly they got everything done. I’ll definitely be bringing my vehicle back for future service and repairs. Highly recommend

Reasonable priceService not listed
Timothy3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Saved the day on getting home. Friendly and fast. Great job guys. The Oklahomans

Great priceTransmission
Leanne3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I'm always so pleased with AKA automotive. They are good at what they do and they are honest and they usually beat the prices of anywhere else. I'm confident as a single woman to know that I can take my car here and not be taken advantage of. Always amazing customer service with a smile along with great work!

Great priceTiresGeneral repairs & maintenanceWheel alignment

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 138 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

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Erika WLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Erika has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent service and by far an awesome friendly shop that provides fair pricing. Won't go anywhere else. So happy I found this facility.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Auto engine diagnostic, Wheel alignment, Oil change
Richard Kuzich2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Richard has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Jason is a pleasure to work with and he made my auto repair experience a very uncomplicated and quick process.

Brittany Clausen1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Brittany has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I was on the way to MN from Chicago when my check engine light came off. Jason and his team stopped their very busy schedule to help me get back on the road- and very quickly! They made sure they could do whatever was in their power to get me back on track. I’m forever grateful!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Auto engine diagnostic
Kiki Liza4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kiki has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had a great experience with A.K.A. Automotive! I dropped my SUV off on Monday, and they had it finished by Wednesday afternoon. I’m very happy with the service, the communication, and how quickly they got everything done. I’ll definitely be bringing my vehicle back for future service and repairs. Highly recommend

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Timothy Dietrich3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Timothy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Saved the day on getting home. Friendly and fast. Great job guys. The Oklahomans

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Transmission
Leanne Marie3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Leanne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I'm always so pleased with AKA automotive. They are good at what they do and they are honest and they usually beat the prices of anywhere else. I'm confident as a single woman to know that I can take my car here and not be taken advantage of. Always amazing customer service with a smile along with great work!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Tires, General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignment, Oil change
Eileen Karow2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Eileen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jason has great customer service and accommodating when scheduling an appointment. He is informative, honest and has good work ethics.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Air & cabin filter replacement, Oil change
Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you so much for your kind words, Eileen. We're glad you feel well taken care of.

Jean PulvermacherLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jean has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great, professional service from the start of a phone conversation to final workmanship on hitch install on my new car. Highly recommend!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thank you so much for your kind words, Jean. We're glad to know you enjoyed your experience.

Dawn Morales14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dawn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jason and his crew are exceptional! They are professional, efficient, and honest in everything they do. We've trusted AKA with our vehicles for many years and have always received outstanding service. We highly recommend them and will continue to do so for years to come!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance
Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Dear Dawn, Thank you so much for your kind words and continued trust in AKA Automotive. We’re thrilled to hear that Jason and the team have consistently provided you with professional, efficient, and honest service over the years. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we look forward to continuing to care for your vehicles for many years to come. If you ever need anything, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Warm regards, The AKA Automotive Team

Brady Busha1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Brady has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Outstanding service, staff, and knowledge. Can't recommend them enough.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Brakes
Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Hi Brady, thank you so much for the kind words! We're glad to know you enjoyed your experience.

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