Free shuttle & loaner cars · 5 Kentucky locations · Same-day service on most repairs
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Kentucky's home-grown auto service group

Honest repair.
Fair price.
Done right.

ASE-certified master technicians at five locations across Kentucky. Digital inspections sent to your phone. Lifetime warranty on labor. Free shuttle, loaners on the house.

5
Kentucky locations
42 bays
Across the group
Lifetime labor warranty

Book a service appointment

Most repairs scheduled within 24 hours · No prepayment
Soonest opening
Tomorrow · 9:30 AM
LIVE · Lexington
Wait time today
~28 minutes
Avg across all bays
ASE-certified master techs

Every bay is staffed by an ASE-Master with at least eight years on tools.

Free shuttle & loaner cars

Drop off, get a ride or a loaner — same day, no extra charge.

Lifetime labor warranty

If our work fails, we redo it free — for as long as you own the car.

Photo digital inspections

See exactly what we see — texted to your phone before any work.

What we fix

Every service your car will ever need.
Under one roof.

From a $59 oil change to a full transmission rebuild — same hands, same lifetime warranty, same fair price.

Oil & maintenance

Conventional, synthetic-blend, full-synthetic. Filter, top-offs, and a 21-point check.

FROM $59

Brakes

Pads, rotors, calipers, fluid flush. OEM or premium parts, lifetime labor.

FROM $189 per axle

Tires & alignment

40+ brands. Mounting, balancing, road-force, and 4-wheel alignment.

FROM $89 alignment

Diagnostics

Check-engine, ABS, airbag, transmission codes — read, traced, and explained.

FROM $129 · waived w/ repair

AC & heating

Recharge, leak detection, compressor, cabin filter, full system rebuild.

FROM $99 recharge

Electrical & battery

Starting, charging, alternator, battery, parasitic draws, wiring repair.

FROM $49 battery test

Suspension & steering

Struts, shocks, ball joints, tie rods, control arms, power steering service.

FROM $220 per side

Transmission

Fluid service, valve body, full rebuild. Foreign & domestic, manual & auto.

FROM $179 service
Find a shop

Five Kentucky locations.
Same standard at every bay.

All shops staffed by salaried (not commissioned) ASE-certified techs. Same prices, same warranty, same digital inspection.

Lexington
2840 Newtown Pike
Lexington, KY 40511
Open · until 7p10 bays
Louisville
9214 Hurstbourne Pkwy
Louisville, KY 40222
Open · until 7p12 bays
Bowling Green
1830 Scottsville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42104
Open · until 6p8 bays
Owensboro
3120 Frederica St
Owensboro, KY 42301
Open · until 6p6 bays
Covington
624 Madison Ave
Covington, KY 41011
Closed · opens 7a6 bays
SERVICE NETWORK · KY
Owensboro
Bowling Green
Louisville
Lexington · HQ
Covington
How service works at KCS

Four steps. No surprises.

01

Book online or call

Pick a shop, a service, and a time. Most appointments scheduled within 24 hours. No deposit, no card on file.

02

Drop off & we drive you

Free shuttle inside 12 miles, or a loaner sedan or SUV if you'd rather. Everyone hates waiting in a lobby.

03

Photo inspection texted

Before any repair, you get pictures of every wear item, a written estimate, and an approve / deny button. We don't touch anything you didn't approve.

04

Pick it up. Lifetime warranty.

Most repairs done same-day. Pay when you arrive. If our work ever fails, bring it to any KCS shop — we redo it free.

Digital vehicle inspection

See exactly what your tech sees.

Every car gets a 27-point inspection on every visit — front-to-back photos of brake pads, tire tread, fluid colors, suspension components. Texted to you. Approve only what you want done.

Photo & video evidence

If a part is bad, we show you. If it's not, we tell you it's fine and move on.

Approve only what you want

Tap green to approve, red to skip. We start work the second you reply.

Live progress timeline

Watch your repair move through stages. Get a text when it's ready for pickup.

9:41●●● 5G ▮
From KCS Lexington · DVI #4287
2019 Toyota RAV4 · inspection ready
Front brakes8mm · pass
Tire tread (avg)7/32 · pass
Cabin air filterrecommend
[ photo · cabin filter ]
Front brake pads2mm · replace
Battery test12.6V · pass
Tap to review & approve →
What customers say

12,000+ Kentucky drivers.
One promise, kept every time.

4.9/5
2,140 verified reviews · Google & Yelp
"Took my F-150 in for a misfire I'd been chasing for months. The tech texted me a video showing carbon buildup on a single injector — replaced one part instead of all eight. Saved me $1,400."
JM
Jordan McKeeLexington · 2018 F-150
"They handed me a Camry loaner before I'd even paid. Three days later my Highlander was done — full brake job, alignment, and a sneaky power steering leak none of the other shops had caught. No upsells."
SP
Sarah PatelLouisville · 2016 Highlander
"We run nine work vans across the state. KCS picks them up, services them, and drops them back overnight. Our fleet uptime is up 14% since switching. Their fleet portal is genuinely good."
DH
Derrick HayesBluegrass HVAC · 9-van fleet
Fleet & commercial

One vendor. Five locations.
Every vehicle in your fleet.

Pickup & drop-off, priority scheduling, fleet pricing, and a single monthly invoice across all five shops. Built for plumbers, electricians, contractors, and small commercial fleets.

340+
Active fleet accounts
14%
Avg uptime gain
$0
Setup or monthly fee
24h
Priority turnaround
Common questions

Real answers to the questions everyone asks.

Don't see what you're after? Send us a note from the contact page — a real person replies same-day between 7a and 7p ET.

How do I know I'm getting a fair price?

Every estimate shows itemized labor hours and parts pricing. Our techs are on salary, not commission, so there's no incentive to up-sell. We also publish menu prices for common services on the Services page — and we'll match any written estimate from a competing licensed shop.

What does "lifetime labor warranty" actually cover?

If a repair we performed fails because of our workmanship — for as long as you own the vehicle — bring it to any of our five locations. We redo the job at no charge. Parts are covered by the manufacturer's warranty (typically 24 months / 24,000 miles, longer on premium parts).

Will my dealer warranty stay valid?

Yes. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act says you can have routine maintenance done at any qualified shop without voiding your factory warranty. We use OEM-spec fluids and parts and document every service, so your records are dealer-complete.

Can I get a loaner car?

If your repair takes longer than 4 hours, yes — at no charge. We have a fleet of clean Camrys and RAV4s at every location. Just bring your insurance card and a valid license. The free shuttle option is unconditional inside a 12-mile radius.

Do you work on hybrids and EVs?

Yes. All five shops are high-voltage certified and have at least one EV/hybrid-specialist tech. We service Tesla, Toyota/Lexus hybrids, Prius, RAV4 Prime, Bolt, Mach-E, Ioniq, and most plug-ins. Battery service is referred to manufacturer where required.

Do you have weekend hours?

All locations are open Saturdays 8a–4p. Closed Sundays. Drop-key after-hours boxes are available at every shop if you'd like to leave the car overnight.

Home / Services

Full-service auto repair.

Twelve service categories, all under our lifetime labor warranty. Posted prices, ASE-master technicians, photo inspections on every visit.

Oil change & maintenance

The bedrock service. We use OEM-spec oil and filters and run a 21-point check on every visit.

  • Conventional, blend, full-synthetic
  • OEM filter included
  • Tire rotation, top-offs, fluid check
  • 21-point digital inspection
FROM$59

Brake service

Pads, rotors, calipers, fluid flush, master cylinder. OEM-spec or premium ceramic — your choice.

  • Pad & rotor replacement (per axle)
  • Caliper rebuild & replacement
  • DOT 3/4/5.1 fluid flush
  • Parking brake adjustment
  • ABS diagnostics
FROM$189

Tires & alignment

40+ tire brands in stock. Hunter Hawkeye road-force balancers and 4-wheel laser alignment.

  • Tire mounting & balancing
  • Road-force balance
  • 4-wheel laser alignment
  • Tire pressure monitoring (TPMS)
  • Flat repair & rotation
ALIGNMENT FROM$89

Diagnostics

Check-engine, ABS, airbag, transmission, body codes — read, traced, and explained in plain English.

  • OBD-II code reading & clearing
  • Drivability diagnosis
  • Manufacturer-specific scan tools
  • Electrical fault tracing
  • Pre-purchase inspections
FROM$129 · waived w/ repair

AC & heating

EPA-certified refrigerant handling. R-134a and R-1234yf. Leak detection with UV dye and electronic sniffers.

  • System recharge & recovery
  • Compressor replacement
  • Evaporator & condenser
  • Cabin air filter
  • Heater core flush
RECHARGE FROM$99

Electrical & battery

Starting and charging, parasitic draws, wiring harness, lighting, and accessory wiring.

  • Battery testing & replacement
  • Alternator & starter
  • Parasitic draw testing
  • Wiring harness repair
  • Aftermarket accessory install
BATTERY TEST FROM$49

Suspension & steering

Smooth ride, straight tracking. We replace what's bad and leave what isn't.

  • Struts, shocks, springs
  • Ball joints, control arms
  • Tie rods & rack-and-pinion
  • Wheel bearings & CV axles
  • Power steering pump & flush
FROM$220 per side

Transmission

Automatic and manual. Fluid services to full rebuilds. Foreign and domestic — including CVT and DCT.

  • Fluid & filter service
  • Valve body service
  • Clutch replacement (manual)
  • Full rebuild (in-house)
  • Differential service
SERVICE FROM$179

Engine repair

Timing chains, water pumps, gaskets, head work, and full rebuilds. We'd rather fix what you have than upsell a new one.

  • Timing belt & chain
  • Water pump & thermostat
  • Head gasket & valve work
  • Oil leak diagnosis & repair
  • Engine swap & rebuild
QUOTEDby job

Exhaust

Mufflers, catalytic converters, manifolds, full custom systems. Welding done in-house.

  • Muffler & resonator
  • Cat converter (CARB-compliant)
  • Exhaust manifold & gaskets
  • Custom welding
  • O2 sensor diagnostics
FROM$139

State inspection

Kentucky safety inspection, VIN verification, and salvage rebuilt inspections. Walk-ins welcome.

  • Annual safety inspection
  • VIN verification
  • Salvage / rebuilt inspection
  • Out-of-state title transfer
FROM$25

Fleet service

Pickup, service, drop-off. Priority scheduling. Single monthly invoice across all locations.

  • Pickup & drop-off (50-mi radius)
  • Fleet pricing on parts & labor
  • Online portal & reporting
  • DOT inspections
  • Light medium-duty welcome
FROM$0 · no setup fee
Home / Locations

Five locations across Kentucky.

Same standard, same warranty, same prices at every shop. Drop-key after-hours boxes available at all five.

SERVICE NETWORK · KY
Owensboro
Bowling Green
Louisville
Lexington · HQ
Covington
KCS LexingtonHQ · 10 bays · est. 2008

Lexington · HQ

2840 Newtown Pike
Lexington, KY 40511
HoursMon–Fri 7a–7p · Sat 8a–4p
ServicesFull · Engine rebuild · Fleet HQ
ManagerJeremy Sims (ASE-Master)
KCS Louisville12 bays · largest shop

Louisville · Hurstbourne

9214 Hurstbourne Pkwy
Louisville, KY 40222
HoursMon–Fri 7a–7p · Sat 8a–4p
ServicesFull · Transmission specialty · EV/Hybrid
ManagerTomas Reyes (ASE-Master)
KCS Bowling Green8 bays · since 2016

Bowling Green

1830 Scottsville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42104
HoursMon–Fri 7a–6p · Sat 8a–4p
ServicesFull · Diesel · Light medium-duty
ManagerBrandon Webb (ASE-Master)
KCS Owensboro6 bays · since 2019

Owensboro

3120 Frederica St
Owensboro, KY 42301
HoursMon–Fri 7a–6p · Sat 8a–2p
ServicesFull · State inspection
ManagerCole Ashby (ASE-Master)
KCS Covington6 bays · newest · since 2022

Covington · NKY

624 Madison Ave
Covington, KY 41011 · serving NKY & Greater Cincinnati
HoursMon–Fri 7a–7p · Sat 8a–4p
ServicesFull · European specialty (BMW, Audi, MB)
ManagerAlex Kim (ASE-Master, BMW STEP)
Home / Book service

Book a service appointment.

Pick a shop, a service, and a time. Most appointments scheduled within 24 hours. No deposit, no card on file.

Vehicle
2Service & time
3Your info
4Confirm

Service & time

Select what you need and when. We'll confirm same-day.

7:00a
8:00a
9:30a
11:00a
12:30p
2:00p
3:30p
5:00p
LocationLexington · Newtown Pike
Vehicle2019 Toyota RAV4 LE
ServiceBrake service
AppointmentWed May 6 · 11:00 AM
Estimated total$189 – $340
Fleet & commercial program

One vendor for every
vehicle in your fleet.

Pickup & drop-off, priority scheduling, fleet pricing, and a single monthly invoice across all five Kentucky shops. No setup fee, no minimums.

Programs by fleet size

Built for tradesmen, contractors,
and small commercial fleets.

Tier I
3–10 vehicles
For small contractors, plumbers, electricians, and family businesses.
  • 10% labor discount
  • Priority same-week scheduling
  • Single monthly invoice
  • Online fleet portal
  • Net-30 terms
Tier III
31+ vehicles
Custom enterprise program. Volume pricing, dedicated bays, on-site service.
  • Custom labor pricing
  • Dedicated fleet bay
  • On-site oil change days
  • API integration w/ telematics
  • Custom net terms

What's actually included

Every fleet account, regardless of tier, gets the same core benefits — the discounts and turnaround scale with size, but the operational stuff is the same across the board.

  • 01Online portal with full service history per VIN
  • 02Email approvals — no phone tag for routine work
  • 03Single PDF invoice per month, sortable by VIN, driver, or job
  • 04DOT inspection scheduling & reporting
  • 05Quarterly fleet review with your account manager
About KCS Auto Group

A small Kentucky outfit, doing
auto service the way it should be done.

Family-run, locally-operated, salaried technicians. We've been turning wrenches in Lexington since 2008 and slowly grew into five shops by doing one thing — fixing what's actually broken, telling you the truth about what isn't, and standing behind the work for as long as you own the car.

2008
Founded in Lexington
5
Locations across KY
42
Service bays
61
Salaried teammates
Our story

Started in a two-bay shop on Newtown Pike.

In 2008, Travis King opened a two-bay independent garage on Newtown Pike with one lift, a borrowed scan tool, and a stubborn opinion: most of what's wrong with the auto-service industry is the upsell, not the work itself. He hired techs on salary instead of commission, started texting customers photos of what he was finding under their cars, and warrantied his labor for as long as they kept the vehicle.

Word got out. Cousin Marcus joined in 2011 to handle the books. A second location opened in Louisville in 2014, then Bowling Green (2016), Owensboro (2019), and Covington (2022). Through all of it, the model has stayed exactly the same. Salaried techs. Photo inspections. Lifetime labor. Posted prices.

The "KCS" stands for King · Clark · Sims — Travis, his cousin Marcus, and shop foreman Jeremy who's been running the lifts since week one. We're keeping the name on the door long after we've stopped being three guys in a two-bay shop.

The leadership

Real humans. Real desks.
Real phones that get answered.

Sixty-one teammates, none on commission. When you call any of our shops, you're talking to one of us.

Portrait of Travis King

Travis King

Co-founder · CEO

Started turning wrenches at 16. ASE-Master. Still works one Saturday a month at the Lexington shop.

Portrait of Marcus Clark

Marcus Clark

Co-founder · COO

Runs the books, the fleet program, and the back office. UK Gatton MBA. Allergic to dealer fees.

Portrait of Jeremy Sims

Jeremy Sims

Director of operations · ASE-Master

22 years under hoods. Trains every new tech personally. Owns more torque wrenches than most shops.

Our promise

Five things we'll never do.

01
Recommend work that isn't actually needed

Our techs are on salary. There's no commission, no spiff, no quota. Honest is just easier.

02
Charge a "shop supplies" or "environmental fee"

The number you see on the estimate is the number you pay. Tax is the only line we add.

03
Touch your car without your written approval

Every additional repair starts with a photo, a quote, and an approve / deny tap on your phone.

04
Use the cheapest possible part to win the bid

OEM-spec or premium aftermarket. We'll show you the part number on the estimate.

05
Forget who we work for

Every shop manager calls customers two weeks after a major repair. Eighteen years, no exceptions.

Home / Contact

Get in touch.

Real humans, between 7a and 7p Eastern. Call any shop directly or send us a note.

Hours across all shops

Mon–Fri 7a–7p · Sat 8a–4p

Lexington · Louisville · Bowling Green · Owensboro · Covington
Sundays closed · holidays observed

Email

hello@kcsautogroup.com

For service: service@ · For fleet: fleet@ · We reply same-day

Headquarters & flagship shop

2840 Newtown Pike

Lexington, KY 40511 · Walk-ins welcome
10 service bays · ASE-master techs

After hours

Drop-key boxes at every location for overnight drop-offs. Online booking is open 24/7 — we'll confirm by 8a the next morning.

Send us a note

For booking an appointment, the booking page is faster. This form is for everything else.