Northwest Auto Center: Houston’s #1 Choice For Auto Repair & Care
With over 30+ years of service and 1,000s of cars serviced, NW Auto is the most trusted and reliable vehicle repair shop in Houston.
Why do so many people refer friends to Northwest Auto?
We offer the services you need at a price you can afford.
A/C Service and Repairs
Oil Changes and Tune Ups
Brake Service and Repair
Complete Engine Repair and Diagnosis
Suspension, Steering and Chassis service
Drivability Problems and Diagnosis Therein
Differential Service and Repair
On Board Computer Diagnosis and Repair
Automatic and Manual Transmission Service and Repair
Minor and Major Car Repairs
Electrical Service and Repair
Airbag Service and Repair
Fuel System Diagnosis and Repair
Driveshaft and Axle Repair
Electric Window Repair
Cooling System Diagnosis and Repair
Radiators, Hoses, Belts, etc.
Charging (Alternator) and Starter Service and Repair
Free Women’s Car Care Seminar!
We believe knowledge is power…and cars are not just for men! At Northwest Auto Center our ‘Knowledge is Power’ seminar teaches you the basics about your vehicle. Routine maintenance, general ongoing car care, safety tips, and troubleshooting minor problems are all part of the 1 hour and 30 minute free seminar.
Don’t let shady automotive stores take advantage of you! This brief seminar will give you the confidence and knowledge you need when talking to any mechanic about your vehicle. Just add your email to get on the wait list and be notified of our next event!
Your One Stop Car & Truck Mechanic
You are in good hands. We provide all mechanical repair of cars and trucks (minus tires and state inspections).
Customer Reviews: We Love Our Customers (And Their Cars), And They Love Us.
We are dedicated to honest and reliable service. But don’t take our word for it. Here’s what people are saying about Northwest Auto Center of Houston!

I definitely recommend this place for all mechanic repairs. I’ve personally had two vehicles worked on and by far one of the best shops I’ve ever dealt with. The front desk staff, Karen, is amazing and communicated well. She’s delightful and a joy. Darryl was very professional by communicating every nut/bolt that will be worked on and always asked for approval. Things like the above mentioned make me as a customer feel very confident to continue to do business with this location. Nice, trustworthy, and hard workering individuals in Karen, Darryl, and Don.
Dozer their dog is a treat as well!
After having trouble with my jeep and being misled by other mechanics I finally decided to come to Northwest’s auto center which was the BEST decision I’ve made the whole staff is amazing and so professional. After having my truck for a few hours the owner knew right away what my problem was. The pricing of this business is amazing. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this establishment!!
He can fix anything from a scooter to a truck. The owner is a honest and educated man and will be blunt with you to tell you preciously what your vehicle needs. Great shop! Recommend 100%!
Went here for a brake light repair. Great and fast service. Nice and friendly people, definitely recommended. Thanks again!
This place is great, they really know what they’re doing and they don’t beat around the bush. They tell you exactly what the problem is and they get it done. Highly recommend them and I will continue to bring my vehicle here.
Great shop! Don and Darryl both have decades of experience and are top-notch mechanics. Very fair rates and highly recommend.
My car was shaking and having other issues I couldn’t quite get fixed. Being that I just moved from Florida, I couldn’t find anyone I trust as a women to fix my car without cheating me out of my money. Until I moved back to Houston, and I came to see Darryl! He has been fixing cars in my family for years even when dealerships couldn’t. I highly recommend this shop to anyone with car problems! HIGHLY!
Great locally-owned family business! Great work for great prices and they stand behind their work!
“…when my vehicle is having issues beyond my abilities this is where I choose to take my vehicles. Previously Darryl and his team have saved me time and money from fixing the wrong issues when other so-called experts in the auto repair field have incorrectly diagnosed the issue. For that, I will always be a customer and highly recommend them for friends and family.”
Karen, Darryl, and Don were amazing! I can’t thank them enough for helping to get my baby back on the road. Darryl was honest and fair in his assessments and I couldn’t be more grateful for his and Don’s help. Karen is such a wonderful presence on the phone and in the office. Thank you all so much and I’m referring everyone I can.
Great place to get your car fixed! Great prices and great costumer services.
High Integrity. Been a customer since 2009. Their work is quality.
Great service, very honest, up front. Great place to get your car worked on!
Darryl and his crew are the best mechanics there are. Nothing gets missed whether it’s a oil change or even if it’s major. I have been bringing my vehicles to him for over 18 years. Very honest man. Take his advice and your car or truck will last a lifetime.
I have been a customer at Northwest Auto for more than 25 years. I give them my highest recommendation. Darryl and his team have done everything from routine maintenance such as oil changes, battery replacement, and brake jobs, to Manufacturer’s required 30, 60, and 90 thousand mile services. They have also have done repair/replace services on air conditioners, C V joints, and radiators, and evaluated transmission issues. I now live many males farther from Northwest Auto than when I first began trading there, but I travel the extra distance to get the reliable service I have always experienced.
Shout out to NORTHWEST AUTO CENTER on 1960 for saving my life (literally) today. Thanks for not taking advantage of me cause I’m a female. Glad my Dad taught me a thing or two about cars though. Good help is hard to find. Unexpected car repair with a few other things that need to be done but QUEENIE is running so much better.