
Birmingham’s Go-to Shop for
Import Auto Brake Repairs
When it comes to your safety & your vehicle’s performance, there’s almost nothing as important as properly working brakes. Whether you’re driving as usual or need to come to a sudden stop, knowing you can count on your brakes at a moment’s notice is essential. Year-round maintenance and annual service appointments are the best way to make sure that your vehicle’s brakes are free of wear & able to perform at the high level you depend on. At Franklin Automotive we specialize in complete brake maintenance & repairs for the Birmingham area’s most popular Import vehicles.
Servicing All Models of
At Franklin Automotive we’re committed to providing your make & model with the highest quality service possible. With over 150 combined years of experience, our ASE certified technicians understand the importance of working with you to get your brakes the service it needs. From minor tweaks to major repairs & replacements, we guarantee your satisfaction with every visit and back our work with our minimum 12-month/12,000-mile warranty.
Signs it’s Time to Service Your Brakes
If you put off servicing your brakes long enough, you’ll begin to notice signs of wear & tear. Recognizing these signs early on is key to avoiding any long-term issues or compromising the performance of your vehicle’s brakes. Some key signs to look for include:
- Brake Light Stays On
- Squealing or Grinding Noises When Braking
- Wobbling or Scraping When Braking
- Visibly Leaking Fluid
- Spongy Brake Pedal
- Vehicle Pulls to One Side While Braking
- Burning Smells While Driving
- Vehicle Bounces When You Stop
With how often you drive, any diminished performance from your brakes can be risky so our technicians will always check every part of your brake system. This allows us to mark any potential trouble spots, so we can make a maintenance plan with you that ensures your brakes never get too worn down to perform at the level you depend on.
Schedule an Appointment Today
Conveniently located in Birmingham, since 1992 the team at Franklin Automotive has welcomed drivers throughout town & surrounding areas including:
If your car is due for service or for a routine maintenance inspection for your brakes, please call or visit our shop today. Our friendly, knowledgeable mechanics are always here to help you get the best for your vehicle.

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2022-06-19I felt really comfortable there and didn’t feel taken advantage of.dollfacefifty
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2022-04-14That diagnostic service plus refilling the A/C only cost me around $175, and they had it ready just a couple hours after I dropped it off with them.Drew Duncan
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2022-03-18Franklin Automotive deserves 10 stars for their honest, staff, customer services, management team and having patience with their customers.We definitely trust Franklin Automotive to services and repair our vehicles anytime.shawn long
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2022-02-14Franklin Automotive has taken care of my car a couple times and I've been very satisfied with both the professional service and the customer care.Kim Horton
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2022-01-26Honest and attentive and worked me in even though they were extremely booked up.King Cook
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2022-01-15Always friendly. They know my car as well or better than the dealer. Prices are very competitive and parts are from the manufacturer.Chris Harlow
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2021-12-14Dependable service and a top-notch staff. Very recommended!Marlin Dobbs
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2021-11-24Had my stepdaughters oil change and general inspection done-they found a problem with an axle that the Toyota dealer missed-very professional and thorough-much cheaper than the dealer and a very high quality establishmentJoel Anderson
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2021-11-21The best 👌. Honest, knowledgeable, don't try to up sale enythyng. Everybody is very friendly. #Very Professional #Prompt #ExpertMichael B.
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2021-09-23Good shop, good people, fair price, and no worries. Will do business again when the time comes.Brendon Sheiry
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2021-09-22Excellent service ... customer service is the best !!!Foster Henderson
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2021-07-24And MAN, I’M GLAD I DID!!!From just how they answered their phone, to really wanting to know what was wrong with my rig, to immediately scheduling the tow truck to bring it over to allowing me to overnight the specialty parts from Colorado to having it repaired quickly and me rolling the next afternoon, what a refreshing experience!Nic and his mechanic (didn’t get his name) were super responsive, professional, friendly and took the time to explain what all they did and why it was important for safety reasons.If you need a quality mechanic in Birmingham for your foreign car, look no further!Greg Greenwood
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2021-07-24Always a pleasure to deal with - professional, knowledgeable, pleasant, excellent at communicating, always respectful of my time and needs.Carole Mazer
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2021-06-27They always get my car serviced quickly and have a ride available if needed. I will definitely send customers over to them!Alaricand Shannon
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2021-06-23They are always nice!! I feel comfortable as a woman taking my car because they are very through and don't suggest services i don't need.Isha Moore
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2021-06-23Great people, great quality, the only place I will take my Lexus or Toyota.Scott Holloway
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2021-06-23Excellent customer service! Great communicating updates on my repair and options.Lindsey Sanders
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2021-06-14Excellent service, honest and thorough. Wouldn't take my cars anywhere else.Stephen DeGweck
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2021-06-11You won’t go wrong taking your car to Franklin, they’re trustworthy professional people that do good work.Matthew Shipman
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2021-04-24Very professional, excellent service and service was done in a timely manner.Bonnie Meacham
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2021-04-24Top notch facility ! What a wonderful place. I only wish it was closer to my home in Huntsville.kyle mclaughlan
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2021-04-24Great service. I like the idea of making an appointment. Highly recommended by Discount Tire. Friendly staff. I was in and out in no time.J E
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2021-04-24These guys are honest, they don't have unreasonable prices, the people are all friendly, the drivers are amazing, and they are fast!!They quoted me $518 for a huge fix.James Clarke
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2021-04-24They did a great job. My car (Volkswagon Jetta) runs like new. Very pleased with Franklin. The overall experience with them was great.Lee and Janet Collier
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2021-04-24Expertise service for Lexus and Toyota for sure and very courteous staff, including the shuttle driver!!Marie Carter
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2021-04-11The most professional and knowledgeable staff. This is my garage shop for rest of my life. Extremely pleased with vehicle service I received.Michael Brazy
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2021-03-15Reasonably priced, excellent service. Appreciate their honesty of what you really need vs. everything that could be done.Sarah Ross
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2021-03-13Very professional and compassionate people. From now on any time I have issues, I will be going to Franklin first!Moe & Delby
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2021-02-11They’re honest and never try to convince me to get unnecessary services or repairs. Highly recommended!Olivia Williams
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2021-01-19Franklin is really accommodating and responsive. If you keep your cars for many years, you'll want to get them serviced at Franklin.Gerriann Fagan
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2020-04-24He took the time to listen to my concerns and was genuinely attentive to the situation. As they could have ignored my review and do nothing.winterhaven winterhaven
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2020-04-24Charlie was awesome! Always great customer service. Thanks again!Kim Mcdonald
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2020-04-24Charlie did a great job servicing my Infiniti, great auto shop!Andrew Jenkins
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2020-04-24Daniel & all the staff at Franklin are friendly , courteous & professional. Most importantly is the fact that they are "honest".Edmund Ricco
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2020-04-24Took my Volkswagen Beetle to get some major repairs done and was very impressed with the level of service I received.Daniel L
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2020-04-24The staff here is very helpful! My car broke down nearby so I was able to pull in here since it was the closest shop.Anne Bet
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2020-04-24Wow! What can I say? My son’s car had major issues while he was in Birmingham. Charlie bent over backwards to help us.Noah Campbell
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2020-04-24They accommodated me and replaced the tire in less than 3 hours even though they didn't have it in stock.Vikram Nainital