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About The Car Doctor Tire Pros
The Car Doctor Tire Pros is an auto repair and tire shop at 710 San Antonio Road in south Palo Alto. It is part of the Tire Pros network. The shop says its technicians are ASE certified and describes its team as having decades of experience. Its website also spells the name The Car Doctors Tire Pros in places.
Use the address 710 San Antonio Road when you set your map. Some map listings give it as San Antonio Avenue, but the shop's own website uses Road. If a navigation app sends you somewhere unexpected, call the shop for directions.
The shop handles general repair and maintenance as well as tires, alignments and diesel work. This listing describes the services it publishes. It does not rate the quality of the work.
Repair and maintenance services
The services page covers most of what a car needs over its life:
- Auto diagnostics and factory scheduled maintenance
- Oil changes
- Brake repair
- Engine repair and engine cooling systems
- Transmission repair
- Electrical repair and battery, starter and alternator work
- Air conditioning and heating repair
- Steering and suspension repair
- Exhaust system repair
- Diesel repair, with pages for Cummins, Duramax and Power Stroke engines
- Fleet services for business vehicles
The website does not mention smog checks. If you need one, call before you go.
Tires, wheels and alignment
As a Tire Pros shop, it sells and services tires. It lists rotations, balancing, flat repairs and replacements, as well as wheel alignment. Tire brands it names include Michelin, Goodyear, Continental and BFGoodrich. Its site shows Uniroyal and Cooper logos too. It also offers wheels and lift kits.
Through the network, the shop lists a nationwide warranty, a tire protection plan, complimentary roadside assistance and a program it calls Tire Pros Quick Bay Advantage. Ask at the counter how each one works and what it covers for your purchase.
Makes the shop works on
The shop groups the vehicles it services by origin:
- American: Buick, Cadillac, Chevy, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Hummer, Jeep, Lincoln and Ram.
- Asian: Acura, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru and Toyota.
- European: Audi, BMW, Fiat, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes, MINI, Porsche, Volkswagen and Volvo.
Booking and convenience features
You can book online through the Book Appointment page or call 650-493-8600. The shop is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed on weekends. A few features help fit car repairs around a work day:
- After-hours drop-offs, so you can leave the car the evening before.
- Vehicle pickup and drop-off service.
- Digital vehicle inspections.
- Free 15-minute no-wrench inspections.
- A waiting area for shorter jobs.
The shop also lists financing through a Tire Pros credit card from Synchrony and through CFNA. Read the terms carefully before you sign up for any credit offer.
Fleet service
Businesses that run vans, trucks or company cars can use the shop's fleet program, which it calls the Fleet VIP Experience. The shop says fleet customers skip the line and get customized maintenance programs built around their needs, without the cost of keeping their own mechanics on staff. Its diesel work on Cummins, Duramax and Power Stroke engines is relevant for work trucks. Contact the shop to set up a fleet account.
Tips for getting your car serviced
- Ask for a written estimate before work starts. Ask the shop to call you before doing anything extra.
- Describe the problem in detail: when it happens, any noises and any warning lights.
- Book ahead for alignments and tire installs, which take bay time.
- Keep your receipts for warranty claims under the nationwide warranty.
The San Antonio Caltrain station is about 0.7 miles away, which makes it possible to drop the car off and take the train to work. Our getting around Palo Alto guide covers trains, buses and bikes. Our South Palo Alto guide describes the surrounding area. Nearby, Charleston Cleaners on Middlefield Road is another everyday stop.
Location and getting there
The Car Doctor Tire Pros is at 710 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto, CA, in the Charleston area of Palo Alto. Our Charleston guide covers what else is around.
The nearest train stop is the San Antonio Caltrain station (Mountain View), about 0.7 miles away. That is roughly a 18 minute walk or a short bike ride.
Parking: street spaces or a small lot nearby; check posted limits.
Hours
| Monday to Friday | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
|---|---|
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
Hours from the business's own website, checked October 29, 2026.
What is nearby
- Kelly Spicers, shop, under 0.1 mi
- SummerWinds Nursery, store, under 0.1 mi
- Mike's Bikes of Palo Alto, studio or gym, under 0.1 mi
- Dohatsuten Ramen & Tapas, restaurant, 0.3 mi
- Body Kneads Day Spa, salon or spa, 0.3 mi
- Cubberley Community Center, 0.3 mi
- Mitchell Park Library, 0.7 mi
- Mitchell Park and Magical Bridge, 0.7 mi
Other everyday services nearby: Magnussen's Toyota of Palo Alto (0.1 mi); Hertz San Antonio Road (0.3 mi); Charleston Cleaners (0.5 mi); Scientific Equipment Repair (0.5 mi). Browse the full everyday services list.
Before you go
- Call ahead to confirm hours and whether you need an appointment.
- Ask for a written estimate before any repair work starts.
- Bring an ID and any paperwork you may need, such as a receipt or account number.
About this listing
Checked October 29, 2026 against The Car Doctor Tire Pros official website. How our listings work. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Car Doctor Tire Pros in Palo Alto?
The Car Doctor Tire Pros is at 710 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto, CA, in the Charleston area. The nearest Caltrain stop is the San Antonio Caltrain station (Mountain View), about 0.7 miles away.
Is The Car Doctor Tire Pros open on weekends?
No. The shop lists hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and is closed Saturday and Sunday. It does offer after-hours drop-offs.
What cars does The Car Doctor Tire Pros work on?
The shop lists American, Asian and European makes, from Ford, Chevy and Jeep to Toyota, Honda and Subaru to BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Volvo and Porsche. It also lists diesel repair, including Cummins, Duramax and Power Stroke engines.
Can I book an appointment online at The Car Doctor Tire Pros?
Yes. The website has a Book Appointment page. You can also call 650-493-8600.
What are The Car Doctor Tire Pros's hours?
Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday: Closed.