Auto repair shop · Battle Creek, MI · reviewed since 2019
iHow 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 59%89+52.2Reliability 26%88+23Value 15%96+14.6Experts Score= 90Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.90SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#215 of 707 auto repair shopsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 70%
4.9★★★★★35 Google reviews · 1 photos
94%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Customers describe DJs Automotive as a reliable shop with knowledgeable staff who provide honest, fair pricing and quick turnaround times for services like alignments, belt replacements, and tire repairs. The high rating reflects consistent satisfaction with the shop's communication and customer service. However, two one-star reviews criticize the business for renting out a vehicle with a blown tire, noting that no replacement unit was available to resolve the issue promptly.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 35 reviews (94% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 35 Google reviews (22 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Most recent review: September 26, 2026.
Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Battle Creek, Michigan.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other auto repair shops
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: momentum and value; weakest: reliability.
DJs AutomotiveAuto Repair Shops median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.DJs Automotive: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
89
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.DJs Automotive: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
88
Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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ValueiValue · 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.DJs Automotive: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
96
MomentumiMomentum · 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.DJs Automotive: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 57.–
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Star ratings
35 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars3394%
4 stars13%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star13%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 22 written reviews
97%praise
Praise3297%
Complaints13%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price360%
Reasonable240%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
6topics
Price & value927%
Staff & attitude618%
Honesty & trust618%
Speed & response515%
Would recommend412%
Quality & results39%
What customers talk about
We read 22 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Their cost estimate was reasonable and right on target.”
“They are very knowledgeable and fixed my vehicle quickly.”
“Doug is dependable, honest, and fair in his quality repairs.”
“Great experience getting a new belt put on my car - quick turnaround and super friendly staff!”
“Would recommend them for sure .”
“They did a great job on my car and it was fixed within a couple hours.”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired DJs Automotive for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
CalebLocal Guide · 136 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Very reliable shop and excellent customer service! They are very knowledgeable and fixed my vehicle quickly. I'll be back again for any repairs or services needed!
Reasonable priceTransmissionCarburetor cleaningAuto body & trim repair
Tara1 reviewiTotal 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★★★★★
Doug was recommended by a friend. I am from Indiana and will not go anywhere else now. Him and his team went above and beyond to fix my car.
Justin8 reviewsiTotal 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 months ago★★★★★
Had a alignment done here and is the only shop in town that actaully centered the steering wheel correctly. Also they were cheaper than the bigger shops in town and had better availibility . All in all great shop good people and good prices . Would recommend them for sure .
Larry1 reviewiTotal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Tina Turner sang a song that in the title sums up Doug and all at DJ's "Simply The Best" Larry Ochiltree
Great priceGeneral repairs & maintenance
Amanda4 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Great experience getting a new belt put on my car - quick turnaround and super friendly staff!
Kristy2 reviewsiTotal 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 years ago★★★★★
I highly recommend DJs Automotive. My 2006 Camry’s alternator needed replacing. They did a great job on my car and it was fixed within a couple hours. Their cost estimate was reasonable and right on target. Friendly staff too. I would definitely use DJs Automotive in the future.
Very reliable shop and excellent customer service! They are very knowledgeable and fixed my vehicle quickly. I'll be back again for any repairs or services needed!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Transmission, Carburetor cleaning, Auto body & trim repair, Air & cabin filter replacement, Exhaust, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Auto power window repair, Steering & suspension repair, Auto exhaust system repair, General repairs & maintenance, Steering & suspension replacement, Auto A/C recharge, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Tire rotations, Engine repair, Vehicle Inspection, Transmission replacement, Auto exhaust system replacement, Wheel alignment, Transmission repair, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, Auto tire replacement, A/C installation & repair, Auto emissions testing, Air conditioning, Vehicle safety inspection, Auto body & trim replacement, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Battery, Oil change
Tara Boehme1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Tara has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Had a alignment done here and is the only shop in town that actaully centered the steering wheel correctly. Also they were cheaper than the bigger shops in town and had better availibility . All in all great shop good people and good prices . Would recommend them for sure .
Felix RobertsonLocal Guide · 74 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Felix has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Services: Exhaust, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Steering & suspension repair, Auto exhaust system repair, Auto water leak repair, General repairs & maintenance, Steering & suspension replacement, Auto A/C recharge, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto brake repair, Tire rotations, Engine repair, Vehicle Inspection, Auto exhaust system replacement, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, A/C installation & repair, Air conditioning, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Battery, Oil change
Larry Ochiltree1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Larry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
