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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%89+48.5Reliability 24%82+19.9Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%5+0.4Craft & service penalty92−0.8Experts Score= 82Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.82SCOREDave Power Automotive & Marine
Salem, OR · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #438Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 707 auto repair shops · 4.9★ from 593 Google reviews
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Percentile vs other auto repair shops (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: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.
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.Dave Power Automotive & Marine is better than 89% of auto repair shops.A
89
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.Dave Power Automotive & Marine is better than 82% of auto repair shops.A
82
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle 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.Dave Power Automotive & Marine is better than 92% of auto repair shops.A
92
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.Dave Power Automotive & Marine is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises 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.Dave Power Automotive & Marine is better than 100% of auto repair shops.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.Dave Power Automotive & Marine is better than 5% of auto repair shops.F
5
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Customers hired Dave Power Automotive & Marine for 8 kinds of job.
Dave Power Automotive & Marine for steering & suspension repair
Clear ✕Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.19
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.—
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 84/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Steering & suspension repair”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#73 / 427
All 19 Google reviews tagged “Steering & suspension repair”
Jim2 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★
Very timely completion of work and they saved us money from the initial estimate by finding a lower cost quality part.
Great priceSteering & suspension repairAuto engine diagnosticEngine repair
Joe4 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★
Ive used Power Automotive and Marine for my mechanic needs for years. They've never let me down, their staff is knowledgable and friendly, and they do a quality and thorough job.
A/C installation & repairAuto A/C rechargeAuto maintenance
Roberta4 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. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★
Dave Power and his workers provide great value. I had a 25 year old car towed in, and they brought it back to road worthy. Brakes, muffler, tie rods, and a few other tweaks and I was on my way.
ElectricalElectrical repairExhaust+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Patrick3 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★
These guys are very efficient and a highly talented crew! They’re extremely knowledgeable on all aspects of boat maintenance and repairs! Customer satisfaction is important to them and it shows. I highly recommend them to perform any work on your boat.
Boat trailer serviceElectrical repairGeneral repairs & maintenance
Thomas2 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★
These guys rock will always go back
Auto maintenanceExhaustGeneral repairs & maintenance
Dennis8 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Great service, well worth the money for boat and motor repair!!!
Steering & suspension repairService not listed+ Professionalism
JasonLocal Guide · 8 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Won't take our cars anywhere else ever again!!! They fix it right the first time and on time.
Steering & suspension repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Brandon2 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★
My family and I have been going to Dave Power Automotive forever. My dad has had everything serviced there from classic cars to speed boats. I’ve personally used their services for over 17 yrs now. He’s literally worked on all of my vehicles since I started driving. Super awesome, family run business in Salem. I…
Electrical repairEngine repairGeneral repairs & maintenance+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Charles7 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Good service, honest nice guys.
Steering & suspension repair+ Professionalism
Jefferson8 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★
Rating only, no written review.
TransmissionSteering & suspension repairBattery
Greg1 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★
Rating only, no written review.
BatteryAuto engine diagnosticElectrical repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
BrycentLocal Guide · 13 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★
Rating only, no written review.
A/C installation & repairAir & cabin filter replacementAuto detailing+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Machelle8 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Rating only, no written review.
BrakesSteering & suspension repairWheel alignment+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
kristinaLocal Guide · 6 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Rating only, no written review.
BrakesAir conditioningAuto engine diagnostic+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
DaleLocal Guide · 15 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Rating only, no written review.
Oil changeSteering & suspension repairTransmission+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Nicholas3 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Rating only, no written review.
A/C installation & repairAir & cabin filter replacementAuto detailing+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Arli1 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Rating only, no written review.
BatteryAir conditioningElectrical repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Dan4 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Rating only, no written review.
BrakesAuto engine diagnosticEngine repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Dana5 years ago★★★★★
Rating only, no written review.
Steering & suspension repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Price
Not enough reviews with a price yet.
Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Great price 54%Reasonable 42%Overpriced 4%Not sure 0%
Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| General repairs & maintenance | 115 | — |
| Oil change | 49 | — |
| Engine repair | 39 | — |
| Auto engine diagnostic | 37 | — |
| Electrical repair | 35 | — |
| Auto engine tuning | 27 | — |
| Transmission | 26 | — |
| Electrical | 24 | — |
