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Meineke Car Care Center

Auto repair shop · New Bedford, MA · reviewed since 2016

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%64+34.9Reliability 24%57+13.8Value 14%84+11.9Replies to reviews 7%52+3.7Craft & service penalty88−1.2Experts Score= 63Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.63SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#66 of 76 tire repair shopsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 13%
4.6 ★★★★★ 739 Google reviews · 9 photos
81%five-star reviews
4.60★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5.5%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.
55%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Meineke Car Care Center at a glance

Customers frequently cite prompt service, accurate scheduling, and clear communication regarding estimates and vehicle needs. Reviews highlight efficient handling of oil changes, brake repairs, and inspections, with staff often noted for courtesy and a comfortable waiting area. However, recurring criticisms include unresolved mechanical issues, such as oil leaks or steering failures, and instances where requested tasks like topping off washer fluid were omitted or pricing transparency was lacking.

  • Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 739 reviews (81% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 739 Google reviews (457 with written comments, 4 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 55% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 31, 2026.
  • Service: Tire Repair Shop serving New Bedford, Massachusetts.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other tire 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: momentum and craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction64Reliability57Craft & service88Value84Momentum100Replies to reviews52Satisfaction: 64 (median 82)Reliability: 57 (median 78)Craft & service: 88 (median 98)Value: 84 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 52 (median 50)
Meineke Car Care CenterTire 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.Meineke Car Care Center: 64/100 on this factor. Category median: 82.B
64
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.Meineke Car Care Center: 57/100 on this factor. Category median: 78.C
57
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.Meineke Car Care Center: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
88
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.Meineke Car Care Center: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
84
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.Meineke Car Care Center: 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.Meineke Car Care Center: 52/100 on this factor. Category median: 50.C
52

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Star ratings

739 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars59581%
  • 4 stars669%
  • 3 stars182%
  • 2 stars142%
  • 1 star466%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 457 written reviews

  • Praise64394%
  • Complaints396%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price3535%
  • Reasonable5453%
  • Overpriced99%
  • Not sure33%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude17025%
  • Speed & response16724%
  • Quality & results14421%
  • Price & value9213%
  • Honesty & trust487%
  • Would recommend467%
  • Communication152%

What customers talk about

We read 457 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “The staff was caring snd supportive about my brake problem.”
    “Ignoring bald tires is not only unprofessional, it’s dangerous.”
  • “Prompt, thorough service, comfortable waiting area.”
  • “Great job, took care of my undercarriage in no time flat”
    “…my review do not go to this place stay away from this place they are horrible they charge you for work they don't do and one of the guys actually key…”
  • “Anytime I have needed help with my car, they have come to the rescue, and charged a very reasonable price.”
    “ALL their parts and labor are overpriced, even with the “warranty”!”
  • “The crew at this Meineke are quick, honest, thorough, and helpful in supporting me in understand the current and future maintenance of my vehicle.”
    “These guys are either running a series repair scam or they’re incompetent.”
  • “I left feeling confident and happy, highly recommend this place for all your car needs!”
    “STAY AWAY - I've updated my review do not go to this place stay away from this place they are horrible they charge you for work they don't do and one…”
  • “The rep who helped me answered all of my questions well and explained the cost of services recommended thoroughly for me.”

People customers mention

  • Dartmouth 10 reviews
  • Brian 10 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Meineke Car Care Center for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Peter5 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 week ago★★★★

They took my car in a few minutes ahead of my scheduled time. They told me it would take 30 minutes and it took 30 minutes. Total cost was $87 for a full synthetic oil change. I will go back!

Reasonable priceTire rotationsOil change
Nancy8 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Prompt, thorough service, comfortable waiting area. Discussed observations of future service I will need and provided estimate. No pressure, honest comments.

Reasonable priceOil change
Lynn2 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 weeks ago★★★★★

I have come to see that Meineke is really a community automotive establishment. Anytime I have needed help with my car, they have come to the rescue, and charged a very reasonable price.

patricia1 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Went to figure out what was wrong with my car after hearing a noise. They fixed my car same day within a couple of hours. Making the appointment was easy to. Would recommend.

Reasonable priceAuto brake repairAuto brake replacement
Susan4 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 weeks ago★★★★★

The staff was caring snd supportive about my brake problem. They fit me in for the work and I am grateful for the safety and comfort I now have

Great priceAuto brake repair
D9 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Nice experience got the car right in and inspected the brakes. And fixed the problem thanks

Reasonable priceBrakes

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Customer reviews

4.6 ★★★★★ 739 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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

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Walter Soares1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Walter has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Didn't even top off windshield washer fluid

  • Price assessment: Overpriced
  • Services: Oil change
Response from the owner · a year ago

Hi, thank you so much for the positive review! We're glad you had a great experience at Meineke Car Care Center.

Thorpe Doran1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Thorpe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great job all around.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Auto brake replacement
Response from the owner · a year ago

Thanks for the positive feedback, Thorpe. We're happy to hear you had a great experience!

David O'Neill1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Quick clean and respectful

Response from the owner · 4 days ago

Thanks for the feedback, David. We're glad you found our team quick, clean, and respectful!

Deolinda DeMello2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Deolinda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I find that the battery was overpriced, abs brakes were priced reasonably

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Oil change, Service not listed
Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Hi Deolinda, thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you pointing out that while the battery may have seemed a bit high, you found our pricing for the ABS brakes to be reasonable. We always aim to provide fair value for our services and parts.

Peter Darling5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Peter has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They took my car in a few minutes ahead of my scheduled time. They told me it would take 30 minutes and it took 30 minutes. Total cost was $87 for a full synthetic oil change. I will go back!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Tire rotations, Oil change
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thanks for the feedback, Peter. We're glad we could get you in ahead of schedule and keep your full synthetic oil change right on track with that 30-minute estimate. We appreciate you choosing us for your maintenance and look forward to seeing you back at the shop.

Nancy Rice8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nancy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Prompt, thorough service, comfortable waiting area. Discussed observations of future service I will need and provided estimate. No pressure, honest comments.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Tires
  • Services: Oil change
Response from the owner · 3 years ago

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a positive review, Nancy! Your feedback means a lot to us at Meineke Car Care Center, and we're glad you're satisfied with the work done on your vehicle.

Lynn Amaral2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lynn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I have come to see that Meineke is really a community automotive establishment. Anytime I have needed help with my car, they have come to the rescue, and charged a very reasonable price.

Response from the owner · a year ago

Hi, Lynn! Thanks for the wonderful review! We're glad to hear you had a great experience with us. If you ever need our services again, we'll be happy to welcome you back into our shop!

Adam Roberts2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Adam has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Always a great and straightforward place

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thanks for the positive review, Adam!

patricia Moreira1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews patricia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Went to figure out what was wrong with my car after hearing a noise. They fixed my car same day within a couple of hours. Making the appointment was easy to. Would recommend.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Auto brake repair, Auto brake replacement
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Hi Patricia, thanks for the great review! We're glad we could track down that noise and get your car back on the road the same day. It's wonderful to hear that the appointment process was easy for you, and we appreciate the recommendation.

eugene bergson2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews eugene has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great job, took care of my undercarriage in no time flat

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Auto exhaust system repair
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thanks for the positive feedback, Eugene. We're glad we could get your undercarriage serviced so quickly!

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