Plain-English answers to common auto repair and mobile mechanic questions — no jargon, no fluff.
What Is a Mobile Mechanic?
A mobile mechanic is an auto repair technician who travels to a customer's home, office, or roadside location …
What Does ASE Certified Mean?
ASE certified means a mechanic has passed one or more exams administered by the National Institute for Automot…
Mobile Mechanic vs. Tow Truck: What's the Difference?
A mobile mechanic repairs your vehicle on-site, while a tow truck transports a broken-down vehicle to a repair…
What Is a Shop Labor Rate?
A shop labor rate is the hourly price an auto repair business charges for a technician's time, separate from t…
What Is a Diagnostic Fee?
A diagnostic fee is a charge for a mechanic's time spent identifying what's wrong with a vehicle, separate fro…
OEM vs. Aftermarket Parts: What's the Difference?
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts are made by or for the vehicle's original manufacturer to the exac…