Cole's Garage Inc. - expert auto repair - Akron, OH 44306

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Monday 7:30AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday 7:30AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday 7:30AM - 5:00PM
Thursday 7:30AM - 5:00PM
Friday 7:30AM - 5:00PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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Welcome to Cole's Garage Inc.

Family Owned & Operated Cole's Garage Inc. - Serving Akron for 40 Years!

Coles Garage Inc. 876 S Arlington St Akron OH 44306 Since 1976, Cole's Garage Inc. has provided motorists in the Akron, OH 44306 area with comprehensive auto repair services that include Alignment, Brakes, Car & Truck Care, Domestic Cars & Trucks, Electrical Services, Electronic Services, Engine & Transmission, Engine Maintenance, General Services, Heating and Cooling Services, Import Cars & Trucks, Inspections and Emissions, Miscellaneous Services, Quick Lube Services, Tires, Transmission Services and Undercar Services. Our goal is to offer the best services available at affordable prices to get you back on the road in no time.

Reception Area You'll be hard-pressed to find the same level of expertise that our auto mechanic specialists provide! We have years of experience working on both domestic and import vehicles of all makes and models and can work with you to find cost-effective repair and maintenance alternatives.

Customer Seating Area For a high-performing vehicle, trust Cole's Garage Inc. with your car, truck, or van. To learn more about the services we offer, please contact us by phone at 330-724-2121 or send us an email. We also invite you to learn more about our dedication to you, our valued customer.

Our Services

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A/C Service

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ALIGNMENT

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What Our Customers Are Saying

Great service and good price. Very nice and don't try to oversell or push anything you don't need.
Matthew S.
Usually work on my own vehicles but when something is out of my abilities it goes to Coles. Their hourly labor rate is very fair. Some people complain that they are expensive, part of the reason for that is they refuse to install cheap parts. They will only install OEM parts or other top quality branded parts, this adds to the cost of a repair a good bit but they stand behind their work so they can't be installing junk parts. They also wont do a halfass repair just to get a job. If you want someone to band aid your car or "just throw on brakes" this isn't your place. If you want to be treated well and have your vehicle fixed properly this is the place to go.
Micheal K.
My hubby had car trouble near Akron and came upon this shop. The problem was solved the next morning. Great service!!!
Fernella S.
I love this garage. I use to be against the idea of ever taking my car into a shop for repairs and just had friends do the work for me but the people at Cole's have restored my faith in auto repair shops. The water pump was replaced on my car a couple months ago and they also did a few minor things that I didn't even know needed done, for no extra charge. Unfortunately for me, the water pump that was installed was a faulty part and seized up on me while driving it the other day but I took it back into Cole's garage and Mark looked at it and told me that he could replace the pump again, this time for free, because it was still covered under the warranty. He wanted to make sure that I was completely taken care of. And on top of all that, he even offered to give me a ride back to my apartment on the other side of town. I had a friend pick me up anyway, but the fact that Mark was willing to drive me home made me happy enough. I don't know of any other shops that would do something like that. These guys have been around long enough to know what they are doing. They are a family, and they treat their customers like family. And I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of some work on their vehicle.
Anonymous

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Vehicle Tips

According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.
The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)
Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.
Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.
Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.
A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.
Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.
Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.
Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.
Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.
Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.
Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.
Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.
Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.
Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.
Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.
Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.
Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.
Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.
Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.