Westside Automotive Center is the West Knoxville shop drivers come back to. Honest full-service work on foreign and domestic vehicles, done right the first time, by people who tell you straight.
From a quick oil change to a check-engine light you can’t ignore, Westside handles foreign and domestic vehicles under one roof.
Diagnostics & engine
Check-engine lights, drivability issues and engine repair, found and fixed.
Brakes
Pads, rotors, lines and full brake service so you stop with confidence.
Oil & maintenance
Oil changes, fluids, filters and the routine care that prevents big bills.
Suspension & steering
Shocks, struts, alignments and the parts that smooth out the ride.
A/C & heating
Climate systems diagnosed and recharged so you’re comfortable year round.
Electrical & batteries
Batteries, starters, alternators and electrical gremlins tracked down.
Tires
Tire sales, mounting, balancing and rotations to keep you on the road.
Tune-ups & more
Belts, hoses, filters and general repair for whatever your car needs.
Why Westside
The shop people ask for by name
On Papermill Drive in West Knoxville, Westside has earned 4.6 stars across more than ninety reviews the hard way, one honest repair at a time. Customers keep coming back, and they keep asking for Sal.
It comes down to a simple thing: you get a straight answer, fair work, and a car that’s actually fixed. Foreign or domestic, a quick fix or a big job, you’re treated the same.
Honest diagnosis, no upselling work you don’t need
Foreign and domestic vehicles welcome
Repairs explained in plain English before we start
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★★★★★
It’s a hard thing to find a mechanic you really trust, but Sal is the real deal.
— Google review
★★★★★
Sal is extremely nice and finished the work on my car very quickly.
— Google review
By the numbers
Earned, not advertised
4.6★
Google rating
From West Knoxville drivers.
90+
Reviews
And steadily climbing.
2
Makes covered
Foreign and domestic, both.
6
Days a week
Open Monday through Saturday.
Good to know
Common questions
Do you work on foreign cars?
Yes. Westside services both foreign and domestic vehicles, so most makes and models are welcome.
Do I need an appointment?
Calling ahead is best so we can plan your repair, but give us a ring at (865) 212-5524 and we’ll fit you in.
Do you sell tires?
We do. We handle tire sales along with mounting, balancing and rotations.
Will you tell me what it costs first?
Always. We explain what your car needs and what it costs before any work starts, no surprises.
Where are you located?
4401 Papermill Dr NW in West Knoxville, easy to reach off Papermill.
What are your hours?
Monday through Friday 9 to 6, Saturday 10 to 5, closed Sunday.