University Tire

Serving drivers in Athens, GA since 1956, University Tire is a locally trusted tire and auto repair shop near Mitchell Bridge Road. Our ASE-certified technicians provide professional oil changes, brake repair, wheel alignments, engine diagnostics, suspension service, tire installation, tire repair, and tire rotations, along with complete preventative maintenance for most vehicles. If you’re searching for reliable auto repair in Athens, GA or affordable new tires near Mitchell Bridge Road, University Tire delivers expert workmanship, honest recommendations, competitive pricing, and flexible financing options to help keep your vehicle safe and running smoothly

University Tire is an auto repair shop in Athens, Georgia. It is listed at 1180 Mitchell Bridge Rd, Athens, GA 30606, which places it among the local businesses of Athens that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by. Google also lists it under auto air conditioning service, auto tune up service, brake shop, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.

In Athens, shops are busiest on Monday mornings and before holiday weekends, so a mid-week appointment gets a car seen faster. Labor rates across Georgia vary by neighborhood and by shop type, from small independents to dealership service bays, and mobile mechanics now cover many routine jobs in the driveway. Before authorizing a repair, ask for the estimate in writing, whether the shop warranties parts and labor (12 months / 12,000 miles is common, some offer more), and whether it can provide a loaner or a shuttle. Check the listing for hours, the makes the shop works on and its Google rating, then call ahead, since walk-in capacity is limited at smaller shops.

Hours are published for 5 days a week. The most common schedule is 7:30 am–5:30 pm. It is closed on Saturday, Sunday. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is (706) 543-6725. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. More information is available on its website, university-tire.com.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 1,023 reviews, which is a strong result for an auto repair shop in Athens and suggests consistent service.

Athens is in Georgia, in the Southeast, where summers are long, hot and humid, winters are mild, and afternoon thunderstorms and the hurricane season from June to November can change plans at short notice. Getting around Athens is easiest by car; street parking is metered in busy downtown areas, and most suburban businesses have their own lot. Ride-share apps such as Uber and Lyft operate across Georgia's larger cities, and public transit varies from extensive to minimal.

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