Squeaks, squeals, rattles, rumbles, and other sounds provide valuable clues about problems and maintenance needs. Here are some common noises and what they mean: Squeal — A shrill, sharp noise, usually related to engine speed: Loose or worn power steering, fan or air...
C.A.R. Clinic of Westfield
Serving Hamilton County Since 1988
Author: C.A.R. Clinic of Westfield
Fuel Economy in Cold Weather
Cold weather and winter driving conditions can reduce your fuel economy significantly. Fuel economy tests show that, in short-trip city driving, a conventional gasoline car’s gas mileage is about 12% lower at 20°F than it would be at 77°F. It can drop as much as 22%...
Heading Off Car or Truck Repair Problems
The more you know about your vehicle, the more likely you’ll be able to head off repair problems. You can detect many common vehicle problems by using your senses: eyeballing the area around your vehicle, listening for strange noises, sensing a difference in the way...
How to Choose an Auto Repair Shop
What should I look for when choosing an auto repair shop? Ask for recommendations from friends, family, and other people you trust. Look for a repair shop before you need one to avoid being rushed into a last-minute decision. Shop around by phone and online for the...
Gas Mileage Tips – Keeping Your Vehicle in Shape
Our gas mileage tips can help you reduce the amount of gas you use. If you are already following these tips, you are probably getting the best gas mileage your car can deliver. Keep Your Engine Properly Tuned Fixing a car that is noticeably out of tune or has failed...
Fuel Economy in Hot Weather
Hot weather can actually increase your fuel economy. Your engine warms up to an efficient temperature faster; summer grades of gasoline can have slightly more energy; and warm air causes less aerodynamic drag than cold air. However, keeping passengers comfortable in...
S Piper
01:03 20 Jul 21
Always great service and knowledgeable staff.
Lacey Starkey
21:33 18 Feb 23
We never go anywhere else, don't waste your time anywhere else. Car clinic of Westfield is hands down the best in its class!
Jonah Harry
23:09 02 Mar 20
This place is fantastic. They have been so accommodating and helpful with so many changes and issues I've gone through while buying a car through a 3rd party. Can't recommend them enough!
Dave Brokaw
16:34 09 Jul 21
We’ve been loyal customers for many years. Chris and his team have always gone “above and beyond!”. They diagnose and fix mechanical problems that dealership service centers have missed in our... vehicles. We have complete trust in their service, and drive 40 miles round trip to patronize them.read more
Andrea Cotton
16:03 28 Mar 21
Great prices, friendly knowledgeable staff, fixed right the first time, and overall very professional repair shop.
Tenisha Hackney
03:52 24 Jul 23
My family was visiting Indianapolis from Chattanooga, TN for the Junior Gold Bowling Championship. The day after we arrived we started having car troubles, my car(2016 Ford Explorer) began... overheating. Called a couple ford dealerships with no luck with availability but one I spoke with recommended this place. I called. At first I spoke with Chris and told him the situation and he told me to bring it in so I had it towed. By the end of the day they had me diagnosed. Ms. Alison( I hope I got her name right, we talked about it LOL) worked continuously with my extended warranty company to get everything taken care of and reiterated to them that I was in a time crunch to help them “get a move on”. She was absolutely the sweetest thing! She was so knowledgeable of anything pertaining to cars and you couldn’t help but feel the projected confidence that she had in her coworkers. I can’t help but think that because of my time frame, they bumped me in front customers, which I feel both grateful and bad for. They had me back on the road with 2 days to spare. I had even had an issue after I picked it up and they were very responsive to get me back in first thing the next morning to address it without a complaint.I am eternally grateful that even though it was nerve wracking having to deal with something like this when you’re 400 miles from home, that they made it as smooth and as pleasant as it could possibly be. Their kindness and urgency in helping me will never be forgotten. If I lived there, I can say that without a doubt, that they would be my go to mechanic shop.Needless to say, we made it back to Tennessee in one piece thanks to them!read more
Anthony Tugman
00:26 17 May 23
Excellent experience. They were able to quickly get me scheduled and the work completed at a fair/competitive price.
Lacey Starkey
18:57 05 Aug 21
My husband and I have used CAR clinic for the past few years. They are trustworthy, friendly and a great place you can trust!
Rick Radcliff
15:11 01 Oct 15
Very happy with this place. Definitely nice to friendly and really worked hard to accommodate our time crunch to get our college aged son his vehicle back quickly.
Angeline Clapp
18:35 06 Aug 15
My family and myself have gone to CAR Clinic for years, and I will never take my vehicle anywhere else. 🙂
Hailey Tapp
14:41 06 Jun 23
Everyone here has been so helpful. Extremely understanding, explains what is wrong and what can be done so well. I have been helped here multiple times and have been satisfied every time, even when... they can’t fix my car. I recommend CAR Clinic of Westfield every chance I get.read more
Lee
15:48 28 May 23
Extremely friendly and good staff. Good location.
Dave Philpott
15:33 18 Apr 22
Great auto and car repair shop. Working with Chris Cotton has been a pleasure. You would do well to trust your family auto service and car repair needs to C.A.R. Clinic of Westfield.
Toby
20:22 28 Nov 22
We are so thankful for the whole team at Car Clinic! The whole team. Alison is so helpful and straightforward. A car repair business you can deal with and get a straight answer! We won’t go anywhere... else! Thank you for being so good!read more
Caroline “CC” Cundiff
04:46 24 Nov 20
They have helped solve my problems each time I came at a reasonable price and quick repairs.
Mireya Aguilar
10:53 28 Jun 22
Very happy with this guys.I come from out of town for my kids soccer game my car broke down an this guys save my day. My car was fixed an ready in one hour bless to have found them staff was great.
Charles Dudley
21:06 13 Feb 19
I've always had great service here. Very honest, they don't try and sell you things you don't need. My most recent issue was a transmission issue. So dropped it off so they could run diagnostics on... it. After they determined that I needed a new transmission they recommended that I take my car to the dealership. Knowing how stressful transmission issues can be they waived the diagnostics fee. Instead of spending the 2,000 to repair the trans I traded in the car for a new vehicle. And of course I will always continue to come here for my service needs and will recommend that people come here. They always go above and beyond. Thank youread more
Edgar Rivera
21:11 04 Feb 20
What??? A repair shop you can trust. I have trusted all my vehicles to Allison and Chris for 6 years and they have never let me down. They are fairly priced and straight shooters.
Matthew Drummond
16:44 09 Jan 18
The only place I take my vehicles. I always get the best customer service here.Edit: Just took my car there again when my transmission died on our van . Amazing customer service as always. Can not... recommend Car Clinic enoughread more
Kirk King
23:07 17 Jan 23
These honest hard working people know there stuff, 20+ years keeping us on the roadNice to have dependable repair shopThey are a bit pricy, however, we all pay for what we get in returnWould... recommend Car Clinic in Westfieldread more
Michelle Paterson
18:06 15 Jul 22
Knowledgeable and fair. Highly recommend.
Rachel Cave
18:00 18 Jul 20
This is a really great place to get your car fixed and would be in great hands they are dependable and trust worthy
Carmen Hoskins
11:31 20 Dec 20
Great service, honest people, friendly smiles, fast work!
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14:37 02 Aug 12
Just wanted to take a moment to praise the service I received this morning. I just moved into the area about a month ago and Google searched for a shop when I found Car Clinic. I went in for an 4... wheel alignment job. Since my 01' 525I BMW had been in a wreck (Right Front - hit telephone poll) they took the time to explain and show me under the lift that due to the frame being pushed back; that it wont align perfectly straight.They even recommended me to a place to take it to have the frame straighten out however I do not have that kind of money for that job. I told them to just to the best they could. The alignment mechanic was very professional and explained to me that my car may pull to the right. However upon test driving the car everything seems great with no such pull and the wheel is perfectly centered! They also gave me a print out of the current alignment specs (Toe, Caster, Camber etc). Staff is very courteous and knowledgeable, wouldn't hesitate to take my car back to them - and I am very picky about others working on my car as I am a DIY kind of guy. Thank you Car Clinic!read more
Ally Bright
22:47 13 Jan 18
Best place in central Indiana to get help with your car! Call ahead to make an appointment. They are very trustworthy, kind, and helpful.
PappyDC1
17:21 08 Jun 17
If you are in need of a good shop that does great honest work at a fair price you can stop looking. I have brought vehicles here over several years and have always been pleased with the work done. ... I trust their judgement and expertise.We have brought in beater used cars as well as premium new cars and even an old RV camper van that needed engine work. All were taken care of with super results.read more
Angie Caban
13:13 03 Mar 15
Unbelievable attention to detail and the staff is so friendly!! The owner - Chris, discussed with me what was wrong with my car and why. It's a very personalized place.They had to order the part for... my car and I called at 2 in the afternoon and it was there the next morning and instead of being told to come in and wait on it, I got a personal phone call & asked what time worked best for me. I wish service and personal attention like THAT was in more places!!read more
Ray M
17:45 17 Sep 20
Great local mechanic place this was my first experience with them, and I feel they did an great job repairing my car at an reasonable price friendly staff and great communication with me to keep me... informed with the problem, expected cost, and fast service. It truly is a hidden gem!read more
Nicole McAleer
17:24 27 Jan 16
My husband and I have taken both of our vehicles to Car Clinic and have had great experiences - every time. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and honest. The turn around time is always fantastic,... too. Very happy they are so close to home and do such great work. I would recommend them to anyone!read more
Jacob Divett
01:24 01 Jan 22
They fixed what I asked them to and what I liked best is they didn't try to sell me a bunch of extra stuff. Work was done quickly and I thought the price was reasonable. Thanks!
Virginia Fitzgearld
13:52 04 Feb 18
This place is incredible. They are excellent at their job. They do great work at fair prices. The customer service is really refreshing compared to other places. We will always go back here. From... Allison in the front to the owner Chris, it is always a good experience.read more
April Rose
19:28 11 Nov 19
They have always taken great care of us and our vehicles . Highly recommend them.
James M
17:45 05 Feb 18
Friendly and genuine people here. Great service today, and managed to take care of my needs faster than a name brand shop can find a way to overcharge me. Even having to have a part sent from a parts... place, I still walked out the door in record time. Fair price and took good care of my ride. Will be sticking with CarClinic from now on.read more
Kyle Guy
16:15 31 May 16
-- Chris is in charge of the shop and Allison in charge of the office. Together they do a great job of getting vehicles repaired quickly and at a reasonable price. They do good work. I personally... recommend them, Kyle. Westfield, IN 46074.read more
Timothy Fischer
11:34 22 Jun 21
Car Clinic has been providing good quality auto repair for decades. They are trusted to work on police vehicles and buses for the community. Always have had good experiences.
Kim Hunter
20:35 29 Jan 21
I have been a very satisfied customer for years. Love having a place to take my personal and company vehicles that I can 100% trust. They have always guided me in the right direction and given good... honest advise on my cars. Chris, Allison and all of the mechanics are extrememly knowledgable and just fantastic people! Thanks to all of them for excellent service!read more
Cory Barber
18:34 17 Jun 23
Very quick, and priced well. In a pinch, they delivered beyond my expectations!
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