Keeping McDonough safe on the road for over 22 years
Drop off your car at our shop and we’ll help you with all your automotive needs!
Why Choose Us
We are the best in the industry
Transparency
We believe communication is key. We share with you all the information and options available and take pride in taking time to educate you about your vehicle.... Read more
Transparency
We believe communication is key. We share with you all the information and options available and take pride in taking the time to educate you about your vehicle. You’re in the driver's seat - we’ll be your co-pilot the entire way. We provide you detailed updates including pricing estimates and time to completion so you can stay in control, plan ahead and give us the green light.
OKEasy Online Experience
We know you’re busy and want to get you back on the road quickly and stress-free so we’re making all our services available online and via text. You can book... Read more
Easy Online Experience
We know you’re busy and want to get you back on the road quickly and stress-free so we’re making all our services available online and via text. You can book a visit in seconds, choose when to drop off and pick up your car, pay from your phone and get updates on your vehicle when it’s being worked on.
OKFlexible Financing Options
We understand that car trouble is unexpected and that you may not have the funds available. To make sure you don’t have to struggle and choose... Read more
Flexible Financing Options
We understand that car trouble is unexpected and that you may not have the funds available. To make sure you don’t have to struggle and choose between critical repairs, we offer various financing options that get you the money you need instantly.
OK24 Months 24,000 Miles
Warranty
We’re so confident in our skills to get the job done right the first time that we provide a warranty on parts and labor. That means that if the repairs... Read more
24 Months 24,000 Miles
Warranty
We’re so confident in our skills to get the job done right the first time that we provide a warranty on parts and labor. That means that if the repairs or services performed failed due to workmanship or premature wear and tear, you can get it fixed for free if it’s within 24 months or 24,000 miles. See shop for details, exclusions apply.
OKCourtesy Vehicles
Coming Soon
We know it can be hard to be apart from your friend on wheels and leave it in the shop with us. That’s why we’re happy to work with ride share partners... Read more
Courtesy Vehicles
Coming Soon
We know it can be hard to be apart from your friend on wheels and leave it in the shop with us. That’s why we’re happy to work with ride share partners while we work with urgency to get your vehicle back in shape.
OKASE-Certified advisors &
auto technicians
Let us be your airbag - safety is our top priority and you’re in great hands with our world-class technicians! We provide top notch training, monitor the lat... Read more
ASE-Certified advisors &
auto technicians
Let us be your airbag - safety is our top priority and you’re in great hands with our world-class technicians! We provide top notch training, monitor the latest industry practices and continually seek to improve our performance.
OKServices Offered
We are a complete auto repair facility
Brake Replacement
Our certified technicians will install the best brake products to keep your car stopping on a dime.
A/C Recharge
Overtime, your A/C freon level can drop, causing poor cooling operations. Have your A/C serviced today to stay cool like our technicians!
Engine Repair
A flashing engine light requires immediate care. A solid engine light should be diagnosed at your earliest convenience. We can solve it all for you.
Alignment
Protect your tires and keep your car driving straight with our professional and computerized 4-Wheel Alignment service.
Oil Change
We use the best Kendall and Phillips oil services paired with BG additives to keep your car smiling!
Tire Service & Replacement
We offer all major tire brands from flat repairs, balancing, to replacement, we have you covered.
More on Benefits
Making it easier than ever
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Coming Soon: Courtesy Vehicles
We know how challenging it is to leave your vehicle in the shop while still needing to commute to work, school and your family. We want you to have a hassle-free experience, that’s why we offer our loaners cars free of charge while we get your vehicle back up and riding smoothly.
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Warranty within 24 months and 24,000 miles
You’re buckled up with our warranty protection plan. We guarantee to keep your car running smoothly and safely so you can have peace of mind. All repairs carry an industry leading 24 months / 24,000 miles warranty on parts and labor. We have your back, call us and we will work with you to resolve your concern. See shop for details, exclusions apply.
Financing
Financing options
Car trouble got you down? We got your back. Get the repairs and
money you need today - without stressing. We offer financing
options to cover your expenses and get you back on the road asap
without breaking the bank.
Easy Pay
Don’t have enough cash? Insufficient credit scores? We have you covered with EasyPay so you can afford up to $5,000 of auto repair services in times of emergency.
Synchrony
Use the Synchrony Car Care™ card with 0% APR and $0 annual fees for everything your car needs to stay on the go, including tires, brakes, repairs, maintenance, and more!
Acima
Get up to $4,000 to cover all your essential car reparis and have peace of mind on the road. You can get this lease-to-own solution all from your phone on the Acima app.
Vehicles We Service
They Love Us
Customer reviews
Don’t take our word for it, see what our customers are saying!
Having lived in McDonough for over 40 years and done business with Billy and his father for many of them, I was aware of the excellent service and friendly, family atmosphere at East 81 Automotive. When an out-of-town guest found that on the morning of her departure, her car was dead, I immediately called East 81. Despite their busy schedule, they said that if we could get it there, they would squeeze us in to diagnose the car. We were able to jump start it but when Billy investigated he found that both the alternator and the battery, installed only a few weeks before in FL, were bad. Then, to our astonishment, he offered to call the mechanic who had done the work, which he did and arranged for the expenses to be covered for new parts, including a superior alternator. He then located the needed parts in Riverdale, had them sent here and by 4:00 that afternoon, a very grateful lady was on her way. All this was done with clear and cogent communication and the utmost efficiency and good cheer. Five stars are not enough to reflect our estimation of the service at East 81. I would rate it Five Stars +++!

Took my 2021 HONDA Civic for an oil change today. The staff was very professional and courteous. They were extremely dilligent with their work and to my amazement, they even adjusted the metal plate under my car. I highly recommend this shop and I will no longer bring my car back to the dealership and wait over 2.5 hours for an oil change. Thank you!

The name changed but the team is still there, we are so happy to be able to say that I can send my kids,wife and family to the shop without fear that they will take advantage of them. Real work by real mechanics.

One of the best automotive maintenance places I know of. I've compared prices with other companies and they always are a fair price.

I have been going here to get my oil changed for years now and I will never go anywhere else! Even if I have to wait in line I don’t mind because they move people through so quickly. Once they start changing your oil it takes a max of 10 minutes and I am amazed every time. Even today I needed them to do a tire repair and an oil change and they did them both in about 10 minutes and I was on my way.

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