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New Bern's Trusted Auto Repair & Tire Specialists
Reliable Vehicle Care Right Here in New Bern
When your vehicle starts making an unfamiliar noise or your tires are looking worn, the last thing you want is to hand your keys over to a shop you don't know. New Bern residents have the advantage of a deeply rooted local option right here on First Street - a shop that has been part of this community's daily life for more than four decades. Whether you're commuting across the Neuse River bridge, heading out to Cherry Point, or just keeping up with everyday errands around town, your vehicle has to be ready for the road.
New Bern's character is shaped by its blend of longtime residents, active-duty military families, retirees, and a growing number of newcomers drawn to the city's historic waterfront and coastal lifestyle. That mix means vehicles here log serious miles across a range of conditions - coastal humidity, summer heat, and the kind of steady, year-round use that puts real wear on tires, brakes, and engines. Craven Tire & Automotive Repair has built its reputation serving exactly that kind of driver, earning trust one straightforward repair at a time.
Full-Service Auto Care Without the Wait
If you need auto repair in New Bern, you shouldn't have to leave your car for days or rearrange your schedule around a shop's convenience. Our team keeps things moving - speedy service is part of how we operate, and walk-ins are always welcome. From a routine oil change to a complex transmission repair, every job gets the same careful attention. We also perform North Carolina state safety inspections, which means you can handle your registration requirements and any needed repairs in one stop.
Our pricing structure is straightforward, and we offer several service specials that make professional auto care accessible without cutting corners. Tire rotations are free for the life of your tires when you purchase a set of four, and we keep oil changes and alignments competitively priced so regular maintenance doesn't become a financial strain. A secure after-hours key drop box means you can bring your vehicle in on your own schedule, even outside of business hours.
If you're ready to work with an auto repair and tire shop in New Bern that treats you fairly and gets the job done right, contact us today to schedule your service or stop by and see us.
What Sets Us Apart in New Bern
As a veteran-owned and operated business with more than 40 years of experience, we've built something that matters in a community like New Bern: a reputation for doing things the right way. Drivers here don't have to guess whether they're getting a fair deal. We explain what we find, give honest recommendations, and let you decide how to move forward. That approach has made us a go-to shop for military families, longtime locals, and everyone in between.
- Tire changes, rotations, and new and used tire sales to fit a range of needs and budgets
- Full brake inspections and brake repairs for safe stopping on New Bern's roads and highways
- Engine repairs, diagnostic checks, and tune-ups to keep older and high-mileage vehicles performing
- Transmission repairs handled in-shop by experienced technicians
- AC repairs - essential for surviving eastern North Carolina summers
- NC state safety inspections with a thorough vehicle report
- Welding work, front end evaluations, and additional services under one roof
