Alternative Auto Care

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Alternative Auto Care Woman-owned Columbus auto repair since 1983. ASE certified. All makes & models. Nationwide warranty. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 9 AM to 6 PM

10/16/2026

❔❓We get asked this a lot:

My car is still under warranty. Do I HAVE to take it back to the dealership?

NO! And this one surprises a lot of drivers! 🙌

Just because you bought your car at a dealership doesn’t mean you’re forced to use their department. 😉

You can generally choose an independent auto repair shop (like ours 🙋‍♀️) for routine maintenance and repairs without voiding your manufacturer’s warranty.

Your car. Your choice. Your trusted repair shop. 💚

Questions? Call us 📞 614-294-0580

Time's almost up! Only two weeks remain for you to GIVE or GET $40 back on a qualifying brake service at Alternative Aut...
10/15/2026

Time's almost up! Only two weeks remain for you to GIVE or GET $40 back on a qualifying brake service at Alternative Auto Care. When you choose to GIVE, you can apply some or all of your rebate to be donated to the Cleveland Clinic Breast Cancer Vaccine Research Fund.

10/15/2026

Have you seen it?👀

🔧💜 SAME HEART. SAME CREW. A WHOLE NEW LOOK!

We've been keeping Columbus moving since 1983, but even a great auto repair shop deserves a little TLC of its own! 😉

After a major renovation and a whole lot of hard work, Alternative Auto Care has a fresh new look.😎

✨ A newly remodeled space
💚 The same commitment to honest, quality auto repair
🔧 The skilled, all-woman team you know and trust
💜 Over 40 years of Columbus history and counting!

Because while our surroundings may have changed, the heart of Alternative Auto Care hasn't.🫶

New look. Same values. Still doing auto repair the ALTERNATIVE way.

📍 136 W. 5th Ave. | Short North, Columbus

10/13/2026

💕 18 DAYS LEFT! FREE BRAKE PADS FOR A GREAT CAUSE! 🔧

We're putting the BRAKES on breast cancer, and the clock is ticking! ⏰

October is Brakes for Breasts month at Alternative Auto Care, and we're proud to be part of a nationwide effort to help fund breast cancer research.🙌🏻

💗 Here's how it works:

When you have your brake pads replaced during October, your brake pads are FREE! You pay for labor and any additional parts or services needed.

🚗 Don't wait until the last minute! Only 18 days left to take advantage of this special October promotion.

📍 Alternative Auto Care | Short North, Columbus
📞 614-294-0580

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10/09/2026

NEED A LIFT? 💚💜 We’ve got you. And your car.

Life is busy enough without car trouble throwing a wrench into your day. 🔧

At Alternative Auto Care, we believe taking care of your car should make your life easier, not more stressful.

You do you. We'll handle the car. 🚗

📍 136 W. 5th Ave., Columbus, OH
💜 All Makes & Models
🔧 ASE Blue Seal of Excellence

Auto repair, the ALTERNATIVE way.

10/07/2026

Car repair shouldn’t leave you feeling confused, pressured, or talked down to. 💛

This review means so much to us because it speaks to our core beliefs:

✅ You deserve to understand what’s happening with your car.

✅ We’ll explain what we found, what we recommend, what needs attention now, and what can wait. Ask questions. Lots of them. That’s what we’re here for.

And for women who have had a not-so-great experience with auto repair before, we especially want you to know there’s an alternative.

No intimidation. No talking over you. Just education, respect, and really good auto repair.😎

Thank you for trusting our all-woman team with your car. 💛

📍 Alternative Auto Care | Columbus, Ohio
Auto Repair, The Alternative Way.

Changing seasons can take a toll on your vehicle. Get ahead of fall weather with a maintenance check that includes your ...
10/06/2026

Changing seasons can take a toll on your vehicle. Get ahead of fall weather with a maintenance check that includes your tires, wipers, and heating system. Trust Alternative Auto Care to help keep you comfortable and confident on the road.

10/05/2026

We're still taking in all the cool things that happened during our recent remodel.😎

With new lifts, ducts, doors, and much more, we're even more excited to serve our community!🫶

Haven't seen the new vibe? Come on by!

📍136 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201

10/02/2026

THIS. ❤️ This is what matters to us.

Auto repair shouldn’t leave you feeling confused, pressured, or unsure about what your car actually needs.

We believe you deserve to understand what’s happening with your car, why we’re recommending a repair, and what your options are. 😉

Ask questions. We’ll explain. That’s part of taking good care of you AND your car.

Thank you for trusting Alternative Auto Care and for taking the time to share your experience. 💛

Address

136 W 5th Avenue
Columbus, OH
43201

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

+16142940580

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