When Your Dealer Gives Up, We Get Started.

Dealer-level diagnostics, programming, and electronics without the dealer price tag.

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No Guesswork. No Upsells. Just Honest Repairs.

Rated 4.9★ by 147+ Long Island drivers. Every repair backed by a 12-month parts & labor warranty.

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From Oil Changes to ECU Cloning — All Makes, One Shop.

ADAS calibration, SCN coding, key programming & immo solutions. We do what other shops can't.

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Experience significant savings on a variety of mechanical and electrical services.
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Advanced Electrical & Electronic Diagnostics

When other shops give up, we get started.

Dealer-level diagnostic tools trace stubborn electrical faults, warning lights, and module failures others can't crack — accurate answers, no parts-throwing, no upsells, fair prices.

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Auto PhD technician running advanced electrical diagnostics.
20+Years Experience
3,000+Cars Serviced
4.9★Google Rating · 140+ Reviews
96%Satisfaction Rate
ECU programming and coding at Auto PhD.
Factory-Level Software Expertise

ECM/ECU Programming & Coding

Module programming, cloning, and Mercedes SCN coding for European and domestic vehicles — restoring full function without dealer markups or delays.

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Check engine light diagnosis.
We Find the Real Cause

Check Engine Light Diagnosis

We pinpoint why your light is on instead of guessing, then fix it right the first time — fast turnaround, honest answers.

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Mercedes, BMW and Audi specialist repair.
Mercedes, BMW & Audi Experts

European Specialist Repair

Dealer-trained diagnostics and repairs for high-end European vehicles, handled by technicians customers trust over the dealership — at independent-shop prices.

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Brake and mechanical repair.
Reliable Everyday Service

Brakes & Mechanical Repair

Brakes, engine tune-ups, and full mechanical repairs done honestly and built to last — backed by our 12-month parts-and-labor warranty.

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New York State inspection and maintenance.
Keep Your Car Road-Ready

NYS Inspections & Maintenance

Quick, no-hassle New York State inspections plus oil changes and scheduled maintenance to keep your vehicle safe, compliant, and running smoothly.

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QUALITY

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Our commitment goes beyond cost savings, as we prioritize your vehicle's well-being.
You will experience significant savings on a variety of mechanical and electrical services as we ensure your car runs at its optimal performance level.

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Excellent4.9★★★★★ Based on 179 reviews from review us onpuran kpuran k ★★★★★ Been getting my cars oil change and almost everything done here. Great service and low price compared to actual service centershongge Z.hongge Z. ★★★★★ Djani M.Djani M. ★★★★★ Excellent guys great professionals.greg W.greg W. ★★★★★ sam M.sam M. ★★★★★ After dealership didn’t take responsibility for their mistake I went and researched for independent car repair shop and I found Auto Phd, I already recommended them to my family memberSofia G.Sofia G. ★★★★★ Chris D.Chris D. ★★★★★ Alex and team are amazing. Helped me with complex problems on my X3 that others couldn't. They thoroughly explain the problem and the plan before sending the invoice for the work. No hidden or add-on costs. Have been a returning customer since then; although I live in Westchester, I work close by the shop. Highly recommended.Alexander S.Alexander S. ★★★★★ If there was a chance to give more stars I wouldn't hesitate twice !!! PHD went above and beyond !!! Not your average mechanic !!! Alex is the REAL DEAL !!!Aileen W.Aileen W. ★★★★★ I highly recommend this auto shop. Victor was very knowledgeable and patient with me when explaining the reason my Audi A6’s electrical system was malfunctioning. They took their time in test driving making sure my car was working properly after they did the repair. They resolved the electrical issue in a week and a half that Biener Audi couldn’t fix in 2 months.js_loader
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