Same-Day Repairs
When you're stuck and need your car back fast, we do our best to get it done the same day. We know your time matters.
Lowder's Automotive on East Main has been the go-to shop for Kalamazoo drivers who want honest work, fair prices, and a mechanic who treats your car like it matters. No runaround. Just results.

81 reviews on Google Maps
Battery replacement and electrical diagnostics
Alternator and charging system repair
General vehicle maintenance and repairs
Same-day service when you need it most
I was visiting from out of town, my dad in hospice, when my alternator quit. I called them up, explained my situation, and they said get it here and we'll get it done for you - and they did. Another shop said they couldn't even look at it until the next day. You guys understood and got to work.
mick

Same-Day Repairs
When you're stuck and need your car back fast, we do our best to get it done the same day. We know your time matters.
No Nonsense Pricing
What you're quoted is what you pay. Customers come back year after year because there are never any surprises on the bill.
A Shop That Knows You
Families bring multiple vehicles here because trust is hard to find. Once you experience Lowder's, you'll stop looking elsewhere.
Open All Week, Early Start
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Early hours so you can drop off before work and get on with your day.

The shop Kalamazoo keeps coming back to
Contact usWhy people stay loyal
Straight talk. Solid work. Fair prices.
Lowder's isn't flashy. But when something goes wrong with your car, that's exactly the kind of shop you want. Customers bring their own cars, their mom's car, their kid's first car - because they know the work will be done right and they won't feel taken advantage of.
View locationCome see us
Find us at 2003 E Main St in Kalamazoo, open Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Whether you're dealing with a dead battery, an unexpected breakdown, or routine maintenance, we'll get you back on the road without the wait or the drama.
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81 reviews on Google Maps
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They may be a lil rough around the edges but they get the job done right and at a great price. Been going here for a couple years. One of the only places I trust with my car in town!
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Lauren E.
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My battery was shot and Chuck helped me immediately. I was out the door within 20 minutes and feeling much better. I've had excellent service and experiences here and will continue to utilize this excellent shop.
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Em Willow
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I've been going to Lowder's for many years and NEVER had a bad experience. I take my mom's car, my grandson's car there in great confidence we all receive excellent service. This place is the real deal!
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Mary Kay Johnson
We're at 2003 E Main St, Kalamazoo, MI 49048. Easy to find on East Main - just give us a call at (269) 343-0988 if you need help locating us.
We're open Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. We're closed on weekends, so plan your visit during the week and we'll get you taken care of.
With a 4.7-star rating across 81 reviews, our reputation speaks for itself. Customers describe us as trustworthy, direct, and dependable - many have been coming to us for years.
Just give us a call at (269) 343-0988 to talk through what's going on. We'll let you know when to bring it in and do our best to get you sorted as quickly as possible.
Address
2003 E Main St, Kalamazoo, MI 49048, USA
Phone
+1 269-343-0988
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