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DNA Automotive logoHow 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%83+45.3Reliability 24%77+18.7Value 14%93+13.2Replies to reviews 7%28+2Craft & service penalty94−0.6Experts Score= 78Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.78SCORE

DNA Automotive

Novato, CA · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #90Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 148 tire shops · 4.8★ from 366 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other tire 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: momentum and craft & service; 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.DNA Automotive is better than 83% of tire shops.A
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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.DNA Automotive is better than 77% of tire shops.B
77
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.DNA Automotive is better than 94% of tire shops.A
94
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.DNA Automotive is better than 93% of tire shops.A
93
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.DNA Automotive is better than 100% of tire 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.DNA Automotive is better than 28% of tire shops.D
28

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DNA Automotive for body & trim

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.10
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.60
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Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 70/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Body & Trim”: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.#2 / 2

All 10 Google reviews tagged “Body & Trim”

NLocal Guide · 56 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★

Stay away from DNA Auto! After bringing my Lexus to them, they not only did not fix it, but the damaged it further! They damaged a seat cover, did a poor job at replacing the quarter glass, and pried off the grab handles. Here is a message to them that I wrote. Hello DNA Auto: Donny and Will I am writing to…

Body & Trim
Candy8 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Taking my Lexus to DNA was a lucky move for me. Professional and knowledgeable guys took care of more than I asked for. They went above and beyond to satisfy me as a customer and they did a great job. Going to DNA Automotive in San Rafael was a smart move!! Thank you Donny and Thing One and Thing Two for the great service!

TiresSteering & suspension repairPainting
Sandy9 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 a year ago★★★★★

DNA Automotive have been my mechanics for over 3 years. Their customer service is exemplary. They do the job right the first time, value my time and offer great work at a fair price. I’m a life-long customer due to their integrity and highly recommended them for all of your mechanical and auto body needs.

TransmissionAuto body & trim repairElectrical repair
Spotless10 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 2 years ago★★★★★

I highly recommend DNA!

Body & Trim
Bruce1 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. · Edited 2 years ago★★★★★

I've been bringing my Toyota Prius to DNA Automotive for several years now. I wish there was a shop I trusted closer to our home in Berkeley, but these guys are worth the trip across the bridge. Probably the most helpful, honest and friendly team of mechanics I've experienced. Highly recommended.

Auto brake replacementAuto detailingBody & Trim
LethaLocal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

In the horror of being in an auto accident, DNA and Will Banuelos is a breath of fresh air. He did a professional job, quickly. He kept in touch and even helped me get a rental car. Hope I don't need him again, and glad to have found a body shop with real integrity! All this and the car cleaned as well - Thank you DNA!

Body & TrimElectricalPainting
Mike2 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★★★★★

This is the only place we'll get work done on our car. Not only do they do great work at a fair price, but they're awesome people as well.

Auto brake repairBody & TrimOil change
Damani3 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★★★★★

DnA Automotive took care of me from day 1. I reached out to them about my car after an accident and they took on the job with no hesitation the next morning they came to vallejo to tow my car and got to work. My vehicle was damaged front and back from being sandwiched. My liftgate was replaced both front and rear…

Auto body & trim repairAuto body & trim replacementBody & Trim
Dana week ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Reasonable priceBody & Trim
CarrieLocal Guide · 10 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. · 6 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Body & TrimSteering & suspension repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism

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

Great price 25%Reasonable 68%Overpriced 4%Not sure 4%

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