R & D Automotive

Recommended by VT State Police. Their roadside technician got my oddball blown trailer tire fixed on rt 4 swiftly and professionally. Latest experience is they fixed and delivered my excavator without any issues. I highly recommend these guys for roadside assistance and thanks VT State Police for the awesome recommendation.

I would give this company 10 stars if I could. Everything about doing business with R&D Auto is exceptional. Pleasant front office staff, mechanics communicate really well about problems and solutions for my vehicles, and the workmanship has been outstanding.

Was in the area on a fishing trip when a seal blew on one of my oil bath wheel hubs on my boat trailer. Came to this shop on a recommendation. Extremely friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Got my bearing converted so I could make the 5 hour trip home, which I did with no issues. Reasonable price. If you live in the area, I would highly recommend these guys. Came through clutch for me.

Great service, very friendly, good follow up, and highly recommend them to repair and work on your car or truck.

My daughter was driving from downstate NY to UVM on a Sunday of thanksgiving weekend when she started to have problems with her car. She pulled over at a gas station in Fairhaven VT and we determined she could not drive her car. She asked the person at the gas station the best mechanic around and without hesitation they said R&D Automotive. There was no choice but to call them. They had a 24 hour service number. Had a flat bed tow truck there in 15 minutes (on a Sunday). The tow operator was professional and courteous. I was on the phone with them Monday morning and they said they would look over the car and get back to me. (They said they were pretty busy because of the holiday weekend). Early afternoon I got a call back with a very reasonable estimate. ( I was worried about being taken advantage of because I was 4 hours away). I gave them approval and they ordered the parts needed and said it would be ready Tuesday. Tuesday morning I get a call the car was done and they went the extra step to inspect the rest of the car to make sure it was good to go. The price was amazing, the service was amazing, the communication was beyond amazing. Thank you for making a bad situation turn into a positive experience.

Great people great customer service. Have 4 trucks on the road Wouldn't take them any place else!!!

Had an issue with my tire today and Nick showed up to the rescue quickly, kind, and professional. He was able to fix the issue right then & there, with no hesitation. Hard working employees are hard to find nowadays, you are lucky to have one working for you. Props to Nick for saving my day!!!

I wish I could add exclamation points with the 5 star rating I’m giving! My RAV was locked, keys unavailable. Through my Allstate Roadside service Kai from R&D arrived with 20 minutes from the time he was called!!! Kai was very friendly, and my state of panic diminished immediately! AND, it’s a Holiday weekend!!! Thank you, Kai!!!!

We were traveling from PA up to VT and had an issue with our horse trailer. R&D was right down the road and they were able to assist us right away and got us promptly back on the road. Excellent service and we are so thankful they could help us!

I have always had a great experience with R&D. They are trustworthy and reliable.
They work with my budget when I need a major repair and I can always get an appointment within a couple days. I highly recommend them!!

R & D Automotive! I was staying in Bomoseen, VT for vacation and upon trying to leave, my car decided that wouldn't allow me to drive back to Cleveland, OH. I was a bit stressed by this situation as I had to return home and obviously could not do it without my car. I called around to a couple places that were recommended by some locals and none of them were able to get me in for an appointment any earlier than 4 days later. I called R&D and I was able to schedule an appointment for first thing the next morning! The woman that I spoke with on the phone (I'm ashamed to say that I don't remember her name) was extremely understanding of my problem and was very nice about accommodating me. The following day I dropped it off and they were able to diagnose the problem (bad ignition coil/module) and give me a couple options for repair within an hour. They were then able to get the parts ordered, delivered and installed within another 2 hours. Once again both of the ladies at the front desk that I dealt with were super friendly throughout the entire process and made me feel as though everything was going to be okay. That was a HUGE weight off of my shoulders. I didn't meet the mechanic that performed the work, but I assume he was a true gentleman. You know... The type that would assist an old lady crossing the street lol. Seriously though, they saved my butt. Hopefully I never have to go there again (fingers crossed) but if I do have car trouble in the future while in town I will absolutely call them FIRST. Thanks R&D! Hope y'all enjoyed the cupcakes!!!

Great customer service some of the nicest group of people I have ever dealt with. Best price on tires and service. Highly recommended..

Have been going to R&D Rich and Danny' place for repairs since they first opened. Before R&D, Danny was working on my cars at Fair Haven Dodge. So lots of trust in Danny.
R&D gets it! Dependable, trustworthy and reasonably priced. They are the best!!!

My granddaughter attends the local college and when her car wouldn’t start she had R&D tow it to their shop to be diagnosed. Besides finding the the cause of the starting issue they found two problems that were totally unrelated and actually very dangerous. They made the necessary repairs in a very short time at a reasonable price. It’s comforting to know that she has a thorough and trustworthy place get her car fixed when she’s so far from home.

Absolutely The Best place, way more Honest than car dealer ships.
R&D started out small but their Business grew Because of Good & Honest work. That's why so many people keep coming back. Don't trust car dealerships, You want your car Fixed right the first time then Go to R&D!

I've taken my cars here for 12 years and, unlike other places, I've never once had a wrong diagnosis or a problem following a repair. Enough said. Fantastic service, great prices and great people!

Had an RV dualie blow out late on a Sunday afternoon. They came quickly to tow us to their facility. Replaced it with our spare on Monday & we were safely on our way. Very caring & conscious folks - would HIGHLY recommend them! 😍

Got a phone estimate, scheduled the service a week out. New brake rotors and pads. Reasonable price! Respectable service. We will us R&D Automotive again.

Our daughter was a student at Castleton University. We had some issues with her car and brought it to R and D over the last three and one half years. They were extremely professional and took great pride in their workmanship and fair pricing as well. It was difficult having car issues so far from home with our daughter, but the folks at R and D are to be commended for all the help we needed. I highly recommend them.

Jim and Carleen Smith
Jefferson, MA

R&D is one of the few honest garages around! They are reliable,friendly,and reasonably priced. I recommend R&D to everyone, even people an hour away!