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Most mechanics come to you

Your mechanic, without the
shop in between.

Post your repair. Get matched. Done.

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  • Free to post a job
  • Independent and mobile mechanics
  • Price agreed before you book
Chatting with a matched mechanic in the AutoBud app
The AutoBud home screen showing active jobs and quotes

How it works

Three steps from problem to booked

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  1. Post your job

    Describe what your car needs in plain English. Add photos, pick the vehicle from your garage, and say when you need it done.

  2. Get real quotes

    Mechanics who cover your area send you a price and a note explaining what it covers. Compare them side by side, on your time.

  3. Book and get it done

    Accept the quote you want, then message that mechanic directly in the app to sort out the details.

See it in action

Post the job, compare quotes, talk to your mechanic

Posting a repair job in AutoBud
Post your jobDescribe it in plain English
Comparing mechanic quotes in AutoBud
Compare quotesReal prices from local pros
Messaging a mechanic in AutoBud
Coordinate directlyChat without the phone tag

Why AutoBud

Straightforward by design

No dealership markup

Independent and mobile mechanics, without the franchise overhead baked into the price.

Direct communication

No phone tag, no middlemen. Chat right inside the app.

Free to use

No fees for car owners or mechanics while we get rolling.

Know before you go

Understand the repair before you pay for it

Read all guides →

Choosing a Mechanic

Mobile Mechanic Near Me: What They Do, What They Cost, and How to Book One

A mobile mechanic comes to your driveway instead of you dropping the car off. Here is which jobs they handle, what it costs, and how to find one worth booking.

 Choosing a Mechanic

Independent Mechanic, Mobile Mechanic, or Dealership: Which Should You Use?

Dealership, independent shop, or a mobile mechanic who comes to you? Here is when each option makes sense, and how to get the right one for the job at a fair price.

 Buying a Car

What to Look For When Buying a Used Car (and Why You Need a Pre Purchase Inspection)

A used car can hide expensive problems behind a clean coat of wax. Here is what to look for, and why a pre purchase inspection is the best money you will spend.

Questions

Straight answers

What does AutoBud cost?

Nothing. Posting a job, receiving quotes, and messaging a mechanic are all free for car owners. You pay the mechanic directly for the work, at the price you agreed on before booking.

Who are the mechanics on AutoBud?

Independent local mechanics and small shops, not dealership service departments. Every mechanic builds a profile with their skills, service area, and work history, and earns a review after each completed job, so their track record is visible before you book.

How many quotes will I get?

As many as the mechanics near you choose to send. You see every quote side by side with the price and a note from the mechanic, and you decide which one to accept. Nobody is picked for you.

Is the quote I accept the price I pay?

The quote sets the agreed scope and price up front. If a mechanic finds something different once they are looking at the car, they talk to you in the app first. No surprise line items appear after the fact.

What if I need to cancel or reschedule?

You can reschedule with the same mechanic, or reopen the job so other mechanics can quote it, straight from the job in the app. Your previous quotes come back with it.

Where does AutoBud work?

AutoBud is live across the US and growing city by city. Mechanics set their own service radius, so how many quotes you get depends on how many mechanics cover your area.

Get AutoBud today

Now available on the App Store and Google Play.

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