ASE Certified Technician

Certified ASE Technician in Good Standing Since 1998.

35+

35 Years of Experience

ASE-certified technician with over 35 years of experience.

Parts & Labor Warranty

12-month/12,000-mile warranty on parts and labor.

Five Star Reviews

RPM Auto Repair continuously receives 5 star ratings.

Reliable & Affordable Auto Repair in Santa Cruz, California

831.425.7770

Why RPM Auto Repair?

RPM Auto Repair is a customer-centric business. We always do our best to help you understand your car and its maintenance schedule. Since 1999 we are hard at work to bring you high-quality automotive repair for affordable prices.

These days, we are honored that our customers consistently refer their friends and family to our shop and sometimes even come all the way from Salinas to get their repairs done here.

Jose Trinidad Rios, Shop Owner

Haley S. ★★★★★

Trini deserves every five-star review he gets. He is the most honest, hard working man I have ever encountered. He finds time to fit me in whenever I call. He talks me through every procedure and is sure to show you exactly what he is doing to your car and why it is necessary.

Posted via Yelp

Anna R. ★★★★★

We've always been happy. Trini is a courteous, respectful, knowledgeable mechanic who will give you a fair price and great service. He gives you a heads-up on any future problems you may encounter and how long you could safely wait to come back and have it done. Highly recommended!

Posted via Yelp

Bryant B. ★★★★★

Great friendly guy. Was really helpful and honest in helping me with my car problems. I've been to four different shops in the neighborhood and this was by far the BEST! Also did repair for a lot less than other shops estimates.

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Issy S. ★★★★★

There is a reason that everyone has given RPM Auto 5 stars. It's because it really is a five star place. Trini has been my mechanic for over a decade. He truly is one of the most honest and fair people I have ever met.

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Our Services

Tune Ups

Plugs, filters, ignition components, and fluids on the manufacturer's schedule.
Timing Belts

Belt, tensioner, idlers, water pump, and seals on the manufacturer's interval.
Starters

Battery, cables, and start circuit tested before we replace the starter.
Brakes

Pads, rotors, calipers, hydraulics — measured and inspected before we quote.
Computer Diagnosis

Codes, live data, scope work, and bidirectional testing across every module.
Radiators

Pressure-tested to find the leak before any parts get ordered.
Water Pumps

Pressure test confirms the source — pump, gasket, thermostat, and coolant refreshed.

Clutch Repair

Friction disc, pressure plate, release bearing — diagnosed before the transmission drops.
Shocks

Dampers, mounts, springs, and bushings — inspected corner by corner.
Check Engine Light

Solid, flashing, or intermittent — we diagnose the cause, not just the code.
Alternators

Charging-system test first, then the right alternator if it's actually the cause.
Oil Changes

Full service on a lift — brake check and 27-point inspection included.
Batteries

Load test, charging-system check, terminal inspection, and a correct-fit install.