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Welcome At Hillmuth Certified Automotive, we fix and maintain all makes and models of trucks, cars and RV's, and we guarantee your satisfaction. We are a family-owned auto repair business and have been proudly serving clients in suburban Maryland since 1978. We have three convenient locations in Gaithersburg, Columbia and Clarksville, MD.
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Hillmuth Auto Care offers comprehensive brake services and repair in our four convenient locations in Clarksville, Columbia, Gaithersburg and Glenwood. Front and rear brake systems in your car have numerous wear parts that may need to be periodically serviced or replaced to ensure optimal brake performance and safety of your vehicle.
Different people, different vehicles, different driving conditions-all require different tires. The tire experts at Hillmuth Auto Care will help you select the best tires from the leading tire manufacturers to get the most out of your vehicle and give you the confidence to handle any road ahead. Our certified installers use the most up to date equipment that gives you the smoothest possible ride.
All four Hillmuth Auto Care locations in Columbia, Gaithersburg. Clarksville and Glenwood are authorized Maryland safety inspection stations. We are licensed by the Maryland State Police to inspect passenger vehicles, light trucks and SUVs and trailers. Whether you are selling your car, purchasing a used car or want to get your car ready to be used in a driving test, Hillmuth Auto Care can help.
Hillmuth Auto Care is happy to offer our Maryland customers a hassle-free, convenient way to care for their vehicles. We call it Total Lifetime Care (TLC), which is a unique service and benefits program designed to help you maximize the life and value of your vehicle through a tested schedule of routine maintenance.
We rely on our vehicles every day-it only makes sense to choose an auto repair company that you can depend on. When your car, truck, SUV or RV has a problem and you take it to Hillmuth Auto Care, we will do our best to get you safely back on the road as soon as possible. Just schedule an appointment at your earliest convenience and bring your vehicle to one of our four Maryland auto repair locations in Gaithersburg, Columbia, Clarksville or Glenwood.When a vehicle is brought to us for auto repair, we start by conducting comprehensive diagnostics and testing.
Reviews (10)
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Maliha Truong
Jun 18, 2022
Great service as always! I love how well they explain things, and super friendly to boot. This is the place for all my car needs Service: General repairs & maintenance
Rachel Wade
May 23, 2022
I bought my car in 2002 and have had it serviced many times at Hillmuth Automotive. After my latest visit in May 2022 to fix the air-conditioning, the car is still running perfectly. I have met people who have been skeptical and dismissive when told the cost of car maintenance, and I suppose they imagine that the repairmen are just trying to drum up business.

Over the years I have come to trust the people at Hillmuth in Clarksville, because I doubt I could have kept my car going as long as I have without their help. As the daughter of an auto mechanic (now deceased), I appreciate their hard work.
Roy Ferguson
May 20, 2022
These guys takes the time to talk to you about your car. They will explain the work that needs to be done if you become a regular customer. They will help you prioritize the work that needs to be done from the most urgent to the least urgent. Recommended!
Robert S.
May 17, 2022
First time having my vehicles serviced here. The Hillmuth team was very professional from start to finish. Kept me informed on status of my service. Would definitely continue to bring my cars here
Leslie Nalewaik
Apr 13, 2022
My elderly mom is (able to drive) attached to her 2006 Ford Taurus. Trusting Terry and Mike to service this vehicle back to good health is the BEST experience I've had since moving to Maryland! Services: Brakes, Brake service & repair
Jason Delaney
Apr 09, 2022
Had to have an MSI done for a vehicle we purchased out of state. I called and they said they could complete it that day. Dropped the car off, and it was done in a short few hours. I would highly recommend this location for any service. Mike was extremely friendly and helpful. This is my new place for all of my vehicles. Wish I could give them 10 stars!
Erin Taylor
Mar 18, 2022
Been looking for a good local mechanic since I moved here. HillmuthAutoCare provided great service. Very helpful and easy to make an appointment. They walked me through what they found so I could decide what service I needed to have done immediately and what could wait. I'll be a returning customer. Services: Wiper blade installation, Oil change, Tires
David Wright
Feb 14, 2022
I've taken my vehicle to Hillmuth on several occasions and they've always taken great care of my vehicle. The shop tends to be a bit pricey, but I worked for over 40 years and I never worked for free; you get what you pay for in just about everything in life. I signed up for the 250,000 mile service plan. I would highly recommend Mike (Clarksville) as your service advisor; he'll take good care of you! Thank you Mike (and the crew in the service bays)!
Michael Smith
Feb 12, 2022
Have encountered unethical behavior from this shop twice. First, was told we needed to replace the transmission fluid in a 2015 Corolla.those transmissions are sealed and don't allow or require fluid changes. Second, told my tires were down to steel belts.also not true. It's clear that these guys will say whatever is necessary to get the upsell. Two strikes and they're out.

Not going back. Response to Billy 2/2/22 Hi Billy, Apologies for not responding more quickly. I understand that you're inclined to take the word of your employees and, on some level, I respect that. However, unless they can produce pictures showing that the tires were down to the steel belt, then I stand by my account. I actually DID check when I picked up the vehicle.

I saw the tires myself. Did you? As to the transmission fluid change on the Corolla, I would be happy to show you the owners manual that describes that transmission as being sealed. In fact, there's not even a dipstick to check the fluid. Your service advisor claimed he knew better than Toyota Motor Company.something I find hard to believe. Toyota doesn't recommend the fluid change, so why should Hillmuth? I'm happy to run this debate to ground. Let me know when you'd like to have a conversation. Michael Smith
Kara Siglin
Jan 15, 2022
It was my first time at Hillmuth, and they were courteous, professional, and quick! Mike was especially communicative and kind. Thank you for the great work and getting my car safe and ready for the road!