laurie phipps8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews laurie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleVery friendly and helpful stuff, would highly recommend!
Ocean Beach Tire Center-Auto Rpr
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%82+44.7Reliability 24%71+17.2Value 14%91+12.9Replies to reviews 7%10+0.7Experts Score= 75Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.75SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#92 of 138 tire shopsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 34%
4.8 ★★★★★ 213 Google reviews · 24 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.83★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4.4%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.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review
Ocean Beach Tire Center-Auto Rpr at a glance
Customers frequently praise the shop for rapid service, fair pricing, and honest communication regarding repairs like tire replacements, oil changes, and AC issues. Positive reviews highlight staff friendliness and the ability to handle urgent situations efficiently. However, some low-star reports describe deceptive practices, such as installing inferior parts or overcharging, alongside complaints about poor customer service and diagnostic failures.
- Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 213 reviews (93% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 213 Google reviews (179 with written comments, 9 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 7, 2026.
- Service: Tire Shop serving San Diego, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 5, 2026.
Score profile vs other tire 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 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.Ocean Beach Tire Center-Auto Rpr: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 82.A
82
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.Ocean Beach Tire Center-Auto Rpr: 71/100 on this factor. Category median: 75.B
71
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.Ocean Beach Tire Center-Auto Rpr: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.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.Ocean Beach Tire Center-Auto Rpr: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
91
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.Ocean Beach Tire Center-Auto Rpr: 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.Ocean Beach Tire Center-Auto Rpr: 10/100 on this factor. Category median: 45.F
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Star ratings
213 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars19893%
- 4 stars42%
- 3 stars10%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star105%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 179 written reviews
- Praise32497%
- Complaints113%
PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
- Great price857%
- Reasonable536%
- Overpriced17%
- Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Staff & attitude7322%
- Price & value7121%
- Speed & response5617%
- Quality & results5316%
- Honesty & trust4112%
- Would recommend3510%
- Communication62%
What customers talk about
We read 179 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Very friendly and helpful stuff, would highly recommend!”
“Reasonable prices and thorough work to get the car fixed correctly.”
“I would never go back there again they tried to over charge me with their expensive prices and trying to upsale me with other parts that I don’t need…”
“The team fixed our AC issues and promptly got us on the road again.”
“In sum, I trust these guys to hide nothing AND do a great job when it comes to executing the work.”
“They didn't fix my tire, they put a better one on instead.”
“The service is fast, friendly, and reliable every time I visit.”
“I would recommend Ocean Beach tire center and auto immensely.”
“) The staff was communicative, honest, knowledgeable, and patient with me as someone who gets stressed out over car maintenance.”
People customers mention
- Wally 11 reviews
- Michael 8 reviews
- David 6 reviews
- Toyota 3 reviews
- Mike 3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Ocean Beach Tire Center-Auto Rpr for 7 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Recent reviews
StephenLocal Guide · 37 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★★★★★
Great experience. The team fixed our AC issues and promptly got us on the road again. The cost was quite reasonable.
Reasonable priceService not listed
Brett2 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 months ago★★★★★
I would recommend Ocean Beach tire center and auto immensely. Had a small issue they took care of right away. Dave at the front desk was awesome very professional and treating me very kindly. I totally recommend the shop for any type of repairs, tires or anything.
General repairs & maintenance
JamesLocal Guide · 11 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 months ago★★★★★
Brought my RAV4 in for a bolt in the tread. Dropped it off at 7:45am. Were calling me around 8:15am that the job was complete. Super fast service. No b/s. Much appreciated since I'll be heading home soon. Cheers.
Reasonable priceTires
Sarah7 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 months ago★★★★★
OB Tire Center has been servicing my Toyota Prius since I bought it. They always fit me in quickly and even though they are very busy they have my car ready within a couple of hours. They have also put new tires on my car. they are efficient, resonably priced and never try to upsell. Thanks OB Tires!
Reasonable priceTiresGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change
DarrenLocal Guide · 20 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 months ago★★★★★
Incredibly helpful. They replaced a punctured tire in about a half an hour. Honest. Inexpensive. Great quality.
Great priceTires
An2 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 months ago★★★★★
Super awesome experience and extremely affordable! They changed my Oil on time right at my appointment and they also identified an issue I’ve been having with my engine and addressed it for me! Will be back again for other services!
Great priceOil change
Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 19 | — |
| General repairs & maintenance | 17 | — |
| Oil change | 12 | — |
| Wheel alignment | 6 | — |
| Brakes | 5 | — |
| Auto engine diagnostic | 4 | — |
| Tire rotations | 2 | — |
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Customer reviews
4.8 ★★★★★ 213 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
Team members customers mention
Stephen RobinsonLocal Guide · 37 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stephen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGreat experience. The team fixed our AC issues and promptly got us on the road again. The cost was quite reasonable.
- Price assessment: Reasonable price
- Services: Service not listed
J KLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews J has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleThe best tire shop in san diego very fast very cheap good quality!!!!
- Price assessment: Great price
- Services: Tires, General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Oil change, Service not listed
Brett Smith2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brett has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleI would recommend Ocean Beach tire center and auto immensely. Had a small issue they took care of right away. Dave at the front desk was awesome very professional and treating me very kindly. I totally recommend the shop for any type of repairs, tires or anything.
- Services: General repairs & maintenance
James ReeseLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleBrought my RAV4 in for a bolt in the tread. Dropped it off at 7:45am. Were calling me around 8:15am that the job was complete. Super fast service. No b/s. Much appreciated since I'll be heading home soon. Cheers.
- Price assessment: Reasonable price
- Services: Tires
Sarah Cox7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleOB Tire Center has been servicing my Toyota Prius since I bought it. They always fit me in quickly and even though they are very busy they have my car ready within a couple of hours. They have also put new tires on my car. they are efficient, resonably priced and never try to upsell. Thanks OB Tires!
- Price assessment: Reasonable price
- Services: Tires, General repairs & maintenance, Oil change
Clinton “Irie” SwaffordLocal Guide · 131 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Clinton has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleThe best In town
- Price assessment: Great price
- Services: Tires, General repairs & maintenance
Darren PeressLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Darren has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleIncredibly helpful. They replaced a punctured tire in about a half an hour. Honest. Inexpensive. Great quality.
- Price assessment: Great price
- Services: Tires
Nick LawrenceLocal Guide · 52 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGood shop
An An2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews An has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleSuper awesome experience and extremely affordable! They changed my Oil on time right at my appointment and they also identified an issue I’ve been having with my engine and addressed it for me! Will be back again for other services!
- Price assessment: Great price
- Services: Oil change
Business details
- Address: 4893 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA 92107
- Phone: (619) 758-7663
- Website: obtirecenter.com
- Service area: San Diego, CA