Tilson's Automotive Svc Center

read moreTilson's Auto Repair is locally owned and operated, serving Rochester, MN, since 1983. Operating in a total of four locations from day one to today, the business has grown from a house garage into a state of the art 8 bay full-service shop. Tilson's Auto Repair is considered the last full-service gas station in Rochester. At Tilson's Auto Repair, we're much more than automotive experts; we're proud to be actively involved with our community. Lending our time and efforts to the needs of our friends and neighbors, we enjoy giving back in every way we can.

read moreYour transmission is an incredibly important piece of your drivetrain - without it, there is no way to direct power to your wheels. It is also very complex, one of the most complicated units in your vehicle. A faulty transmission can leave you stranded, and taking a bad transmission to just any shop for transmission repairs can end up costing you quite a bit of cash. That's why, for over 30 years, the folks of Rochester and the surrounding region have been bringing their cars, trucks, and SUVs into Tilson's Auto Repair whenever they are in need of transmission repairs.

read moreIn the past, diagnostics were often done with the eyes and a handful of tools. This could take a long time, and wasn't the most exact way of going about it. Now, On Board Diagnostic tools let mechanics get a readout of exactly what is going on with your engine. At Tilson\\'s Auto Repair Service, we can provide diagnostic services for a wide variety of vehicles, including European and Asian makes. Our ASE-Certified Master Technicians are experienced in using a variety of diagnostic services, for Asian, European, and domestic vehicles.

read moreThere is no easier way to take care of your car, truck, or SUV than to have regular oil change service performed. You oil helps to clean and lubricate the moving parts in your engine, and is a key to making sure it operates smoothly, mile after mile. Not only do you need to make sure you have your oil change service conducted regularly, you also want to make sure that you are getting the right oil put in your vehicle - after all, it can get incredibly cold during the Minnesota winters, so having an oil that can't take the low temperatures can be an issue.

read moreRough roads can do a number on your tires, and everyone around Rochester knows that roads don't get much rougher than in the winter and early spring. Your tires deal with a lot of abuse, particularly if you use your vehicle for more than commuting and light duty chores. This is why you need to make sure that you have the right tires for your vehicle, and the right tires for what you plan on using your vehicle for. Folks in the Rochester region have been bringing their cars, trucks, SUVs and crossovers to TIlson's Auto Repair for tires since 1983.