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Direct Tire & Auto Service

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(313 Reviews)
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At Direct Tire & Auto Service, we will get your vehicle back on the road. We will earn your trust with service excellence, smart value and our emphasis on convenience. For years, we've been servicing Watertown, MA and the surrounding areas. At Direct Tire & Auto Service, we will get your vehicle back on the road. We will earn your trust with service excellence, smart value and our emphasis on convenience. For years, we've been servicing Watertown, MA and the surrounding areas.

Categories
Auto Maintenance, Auto Repair, Tire Sales and Repair
Contact
(617) 923-1800

Business Hours

Mon
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tue
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wed
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thu
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fri
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat
closed
Sun
closed
* Eastern Time (Us & Canada)
126 Galen Street Watertown, MA 02472
Direct Tire & Auto Service's Reviews
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4.8
(313 Reviews)

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JOHN S.
Newton Highlands, MA
2014 Toyota TOYOTA
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04/16/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Top notch
Always a great experience every time I go.
Quality of work and professionalism is always top notch.

FH
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FRED H.
MA
2015 Subaru SUBARU
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
04/16/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
8
The service desk managers are always pleasant, service was performed in a timely way.
My one negative comment (have been an exclusive customer of Direct Tire for all tire-related purchases and services) since the early 80's) is the current $60 charge for seasonal tire changeover. That is a SIGNIFICANT change to go from free to $60. Seems like it could have been ushered in at a lower rate, at least initially, and further consideration could have been made for loyal long-standing customers.

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NICK O.
Belmont, MA
2023 Porsche PORSCHE
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04/16/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
great
outstanding
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/16/2025 01:28 PM

We appreciate your fantastic feedback! Outstanding is our goal, and we're glad to hit the mark with you.


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04/15/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
6
Synthetic oil change
I had a coupon for $54.99 for synthetic oil change and filter. I ended up paying about $93 for 1.75 quarts of synthetic oil above the 5 quarts which were included, plus disposal fee and taxes. I did not expect to pay almost double the coupon price. They should have disclosed these extras before.
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/15/2025 10:18 AM

Thanks for the review and we're sorry things were not clearer for you.  The coupon you use DOES have a notice that it's only good for 5Qts, filter and labor.  And that disposal fees and taxes are NOT included.  Certainly our Folks should have reviewed that with you prior to your handing over the keys and I apologize that they did not.  We do try to be transparent but we can certainly get better.  Hope you'll give us another shot.  Best!


Verified Customer
Belmont, MA
2022 BMW BMW
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04/15/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
9
Four new tires
Excellent communication about the most appropriate tires, availability, and scheduling. Work was done efficiently and promptly.
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/15/2025 09:14 AM

We appreciate your feedback and are happy to hear that our tire talk was up to par! Efficient and prompt is how we roll.


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WILLIAM D.
MA
2018 Jeep JEEP
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04/15/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Great Service
Fast change over of winter to summer tires with good prices for balancing and storage. No over selling of more than what you need with no need for oil and filter change this time.
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/15/2025 09:07 AM

We're glad you found our tire swap speedy and budget-friendly! No upselling, just good vibes and great service – that's how we roll.


Verified Customer
Watertown, MA
2024 Honda HONDA
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04/13/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Non-scheduled service
Didn’t have an appointment but they squeezed me in to patch two slow leaks in tires (from two embedded nails). I trust this place.
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/13/2025 10:01 AM

We're glad we could fit you in and tackle those pesky tire leaks! Trust is key, and we're here to keep your wheels rolling smoothly.Thanks. 


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JON W.
Charlestown, MA
2019 Subaru SUBARU
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04/13/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Great experience!
I called mid-week and they were willing to squeeze me into the schedule for Friday afternoon for a new set of Nokians. They were pleasantly professional as I waffled on when I could be there as well! The work was done in exactly the time frame they gave me - contacting me by phone and text.
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/13/2025 10:00 AM

It sounds like we hit the tire bullseye for you! We're glad our team could juggle your schedule and keep you updated—no one likes a surprise when it comes to tires.  Thank you so much!


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SYRILLE R.
Chestnut Hill, MA
2023 Nissan NISSAN
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04/12/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
outstanding service in every way!
service was excellent....from beginning phone call, arranging for car to be towed, to timely manner in which tire was ordered and installed....strongly recommend....
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/13/2025 08:19 AM

We're glad you found our service as smooth as butter! Your recommendations keep our engines running and our smiles shining. Thank you!!


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STEPHEN B.
Wellesley Hills, MA
2023 Tesla TESLA
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04/12/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
30 Years of Great Service!
I’ve been a customer and dedicated fan of Direct Tire for over 30 years. Always helpful and quick service! Great people and great company!

Sincerely appreciated!
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/12/2025 08:36 AM

Wow!  Such nice words.  We appreciate the loyalty and will work hard to keep it. Best!


Verified Customer
Watertown, MA
2024 Toyota TOYOTA
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04/11/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
9
Great service
I brought my car in to get winter snow tires switched out for regular tires. As usual, friendly and high quality service.
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/11/2025 11:34 AM

We're glad you enjoyed our friendly service while switching out those tires - just think of us as your car's seasonal wardrobe consultants!


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Jeffrey P.
Cambridge, MA
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04/10/2025
6
1/4 mile away, the tire pressure light came on.
We've been customers for over 20 years, but I have to give Direct Tire a very mixed review.

This week, after having our snow tires switched over, we picked up our VW I.D 4 after the office closed. Just 1/4 mile out of the lot, the low-pressure light came on and we had to go back and leave the car another day.

Amazingly, this is the second time this has happened to us in the last 3 or 4 years! The previous time, they didn't get a seal on one of the tires of my Tesla Model 3. Frustrating to have tire problems at a place with "Tire" in their name!

I must admit that the sudden change to charging for balancing the tires also frustrated me. I think that going from 0 to $60 is a big leap. Couldn't this have been introduced incrementally? When we bought the tires, we bought them with the understanding that they would be changed over without charge.

However, I also believe that the folks at Direct Tire really care, and try to take good care of us. That means alot.
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/11/2025 06:51 AM

Good Morning.  Not our finest hour.  Yes, we are the Tire Folks and not getting Tires right is embarassing.  We work hard to ensure that errors like this are minmized but to have two in a few years is just too much.  We're reviewing what happened and changing our procedures to avoid this in the future.  We will get better.

Charging for the changeover was a big culture shift and we debated for years.  With one store and all our costs rising, we simply had no other choice.  We can appreciate the thought that $60.00 is too much, it was hard to come up with a good number.  Ultimately, $60.00 is so much less than what any one else charges, we felt it was a good number to dip our toe into.  Apologies for the bluntness of it.  Any change would be wrenching.

We appreciate your feeling we care as we DO.  That's our best feature I think.  Best to you!


Verified Customer
Northborough, MA
2025 Dodge DODGE
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04/10/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
REALLY GREAT SERVICE
They repairs a punctured tire same day - and before noon. Great to work with and a reasonable price.
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/10/2025 10:27 AM

We're glad we could get that pesky tire fixed in no time! Quick service and reasonable prices—sounds like a win-win!


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EMILY S.
MA
2019 Volvo VOLVO
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04/08/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Great service
I received excellent service at direct tire after two surprise flat tires. Rick took my information and after quickly locating the replacement tires he gave me an estimate and the work began! It’s never a good feeling to pull off the road with flat tires, but the folks at direct tire made things seem much more manageable.
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/09/2025 06:41 AM

We're glad we could turn that flat tire dilemma into a smooth ride! Our team is always here to help make those roadside surprises a little less daunting.  Thanks so much!


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MICHAEL L.
Arlington, MA
2013 Mercedes-Benz MERCEDES-BENZ
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04/06/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
9
My go-to tire place
I've gotten my tires here for years. I also swap summer and winter tires every yeear, and use their storage service. Everything has always gone smoothly---only one exception, and they quickly made it right. Shout out to Rick and Susan at the front desk, they are always very professional.
Clark G., Controller from Direct Tire & Auto Service responded on 04/07/2025 06:53 AM

It's great to hear that our tire swapping has been smoother than a freshly paved road. We'll keep the shout out to Rick and Susan in mind for their professional vibes!  Thanks so much!


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