4035 Old Dominion Dr, Arlington, VA Mon–Sat 7 AM – 7 PM
★ 4.9 · 60 Google Reviews Get Directions
Auto Repair & Exxon · Arlington, VA AAA Approved

Auto repair in Arlington, VA.

TAB Motors is a full-service auto repair shop and Exxon station on Old Dominion Dr. Virginia state inspection and emissions, oil, brakes, tires and diagnostics, honest work, fair prices, free coffee while you wait.

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AAA Approved Auto RepairHonest, Upfront PricingAll Makes & Models
Official VA Inspection & Emissions All Makes · Foreign & Domestic Free Air & Free Coffee
On the job

Real work at 4035 Old Dominion Dr.

Our Arlington Service Bays, Tab Motors Auto Repair | Exxon
Our Arlington Service BaysState inspection, brakes, tires and full repair on Old Dominion Dr.
Real Work, All Makes, Tab Motors Auto Repair | Exxon
Real Work, All MakesForeign and domestic, from daily drivers to European cars.
Reviews

What Arlington drivers say.

4.9 · 60 Google reviews
Google

“Trustworthy and professional mechanic shop. I first discovered them when my Hummer H1 broke down about a mile from their location. Their mechanic, Jose, quickly diagnosed the issue and replaced the fan clutch and belt at a very fair price.”

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Arlington · a month ago
Google

“I got a flat tire on my black Kia SUV early in the morning, and Akhamad came to help me. He fixed the tire quickly and professionally. It was very early, and the poor guy looked sleepy, got the job done without any issues. I really appreciate service exon Arlington.”

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Nourane Chhibi
Arlington · a month ago
Google

“Hands down one of the best mechanics around. Honest diagnostics, quality work, and fair pricing. The gas station staff is also courteous and helpful. I trust them completely with my vehicle.”

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Razia K
Arlington · 6 months ago
Google

“Excellent service by the team. Brandon is master mechanic on BMWs by the way. They've been great with our Buick enclave. Honest and great price points.”

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Tony Kozuch
Arlington · 4 months ago
Google

“Second time coming here and both times have been solid. First was for an oil change and this time I did a fuel system service. I could actually feel the difference after. Good work and fair pricing.”

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Jam Reinar Rosas
Arlington · 3 months ago
Google

“I cannot recommend Tab Motors highly enough. I brought my car in with an electrical issue after the dealership told me it would cost thousands of dollars to repair. Jose quickly diagnosed the problem, and had it fixed very quickly.”

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Susie Baer
Arlington · 3 weeks ago
Google

“This is an excellent neighborhood service station/gas station. They keep the property in tip top shape, landscaping, clean restrooms, free air. The mechanics do a great job. Very talented. The work is done at a reasonable price, quickly.”

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Steve Ricks
Arlington · 7 months ago
Google

“I went in for a state emissions inspection. Stacey was great. They were super efficient and friendly. Definitely a place I recommend.”

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Ashwin Hirani
Arlington · 6 months ago
Google

“These people are the Best free air, free coffee fair price and fast service”

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Alberto Moreno
Arlington · a year ago
Google

“I came here with a broken car. My car had so many problems, but Tab Motor diagnosed it very quickly and fixed it the same day at an economically priced rate.”

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Arsalan Saif
Arlington · 3 weeks ago
Google

“Got an oil change and brakes done at TAB Motors in Arlington, and also had them look at a noise my car was making when turning. They got everything done surprisingly quick, and fixed the weird noise in the steering mechanism.”

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Max
Arlington · 3 weeks ago
Google

“Ahmed the manager is the best quick service quick help”

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Charles Ellis
Arlington · 2 months ago
What We Do

Everything your car needs, one shop.

From your Virginia state inspection to brakes, tires, diagnostics and major repairs, TAB Motors handles it all on Old Dominion Dr, for every make, foreign and domestic. Honest recommendations, quality work, and a fair price you hear about before we start.

01 Inspections & Maintenance

VA State Inspection

Your Virginia State Safety Inspection, done right the first time. TAB Motors is an official inspection station on Old Dominion Dr in Arlington, most cars are in and out the same day.

  • Official VA inspection station
  • Honest pass/fail, no scare tactics

Emissions Inspection

Arlington sits in the Northern Virginia emissions region, so most vehicles need an emissions test to renew registration. TAB Motors handles it quickly and honestly on Old Dominion Dr.

  • Northern VA emissions testing
  • OBD & tailpipe as required

Oil Change

A clean, honest oil change from a shop that isn't trying to upsell you. Conventional, synthetic blend, or full synthetic, with a fresh filter and a look-over every time.

  • Conventional, blend or full synthetic
  • New filter & fluid top-off

Fuel System Service

Rough idle, hesitation, or falling gas mileage? A proper fuel system service cleans the injectors, intake and combustion chambers so the engine runs the way it should.

  • Injector & intake cleaning
  • Smoother idle, better MPG
02 Repairs & Diagnostics

Brake Repair

Squealing, grinding, or a soft pedal? Our technicians handle pads, rotors, calipers and fluid, and we show you the worn parts before we replace anything.

  • Free brake inspection
  • Pads, rotors, calipers & fluid

Engine Diagnostics

A check engine light isn't a mystery to us. Our technicians read the codes, then actually diagnose the cause, so you fix the real problem, not a guess.

  • Real diagnosis, not part-swapping
  • All makes, foreign & domestic

Battery, Alternator & Starter

Slow crank, dashboard flicker, or a no-start? We test the whole charging system, battery, alternator and starter, and replace what's actually failing.

  • Free battery & charging test
  • Same-day replacement

Suspension & Steering

Clunks over bumps, a wandering wheel, or uneven tire wear? We handle struts, shocks, control arms, tie rods and alignment so your car tracks straight and rides smooth.

  • Struts, shocks & control arms
  • Tie rods, ball joints & bushings

Cooling System & AC

Overheating in traffic or an AC that only blows warm? We service radiators, water pumps, thermostats and the full air-conditioning system so summer stays comfortable.

  • Radiator, pump & thermostat
  • AC recharge & repair

Transmission Service

Rough shifts, slipping, or just due for maintenance? A proper transmission fluid service with the correct fluid is one of the cheapest ways to protect an expensive part.

  • Fluid service to exact spec
  • Shift & slip diagnosis

Exhaust Repair

A sudden roar, a rattle, or a rotten-egg smell means the exhaust needs attention. We repair pipes, mufflers, catalytic converters and hangers, and cure the noise at the source.

  • Muffler & pipe repair
  • Catalytic converter service

Timing Belt & Ignition

A snapped timing belt can wreck an engine. We replace belts on schedule and handle ignition tune-ups, spark plugs, coils and wires, to keep it starting and running strong.

  • Timing belt on schedule
  • Spark plugs, coils & wires
03 Tires & Fleet

Tire & Wheel Service

Flat, worn, or a TPMS light nagging you? We inspect, rotate, repair, replace and balance tires, and diagnose the tire-pressure system that trips that dashboard light.

  • Flat repair & replacement
  • Rotation & wheel balancing

Fleet Service

Keep your work vehicles on the road. TAB Motors handles inspections, maintenance and repairs for local Arlington fleets, scheduled around your business, not the other way around.

  • One shop for the whole fleet
  • Inspections, PM & repairs
Not sure what you need?Call the shop and describe what's going on, we'll tell you honestly what it takes.
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Simple Process

How it works.

Three steps. No pressure, no surprise add-ons.

1

Call or Stop In

Tell us your vehicle and what's going on. Walk-ins welcome for inspections, oil and tires.

2

Honest, Upfront Price

We show you what we find and quote it before any work starts. No scare tactics, no upsell games.

3

We Fix It Right

Quality parts, done right the first time, for every make, foreign and domestic.

Tab Motors Auto Repair | Exxon storefront in Arlington, VA
4.9★ from 60 Reviews
About TAB Motors

A neighborhood shop Arlington trusts.

TAB Motors | Exxon is a full-service auto repair shop and gas station on Old Dominion Dr in North Arlington. We handle everything from your Virginia state inspection to brakes, tires, diagnostics and engine work, for every make, foreign and domestic.

Our reputation is built on one thing: honest diagnostics, quality work, and fair pricing. When a dealer quoted one customer thousands for an electrical problem, our team found the real fault and fixed it for a fraction. Customers name our technicians in their reviews, Jose, Brandon (a BMW specialist), and manager Ahmad among them, and keep bringing their family's cars back.

We're a AAA Approved Auto Repair facility, an official VA inspection and emissions station, and yes, the free air and free coffee are real.

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Stop by or book a visit.

We're on Old Dominion Dr in North Arlington, easy to reach from McLean, Falls Church and DC. Call, text, or send the form and we'll get right back to you.

TAB Motors | Exxon

4035 Old Dominion Dr, Arlington, VA 22207
Mon–Sat 7 AM – 7 PM
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Where we serve

Serving Arlington & Northern Virginia.

Based on Old Dominion Dr in North Arlington and serving the surrounding communities, McLean, Falls Church, Alexandria, Vienna, Fairfax, Great Falls and across the river in DC. Tap your area for details.

Service Area

All makes · foreign & domestic

Not listed? If you're nearby, give us a call at (703) 243-3080, we serve the wider Arlington and Northern Virginia area.

Auto repair · Arlington, VA

A full-service auto repair shop for Arlington & Northern Virginia.

If you've searched "auto repair near me" or "Virginia inspection Arlington," TAB Motors | Exxon on Old Dominion Dr is built for exactly that. We're a true full-service shop: state safety inspection and emissions testing, oil changes, brake repair, check-engine diagnostics, tire and TPMS service, batteries and charging, suspension and steering, cooling and AC, transmission, exhaust, timing belts and tune-ups, and fuel system service.

We work on every make and model, foreign and domestic, from daily commuters to European luxury cars, and we diagnose problems properly instead of guessing. That's why drivers from Arlington, McLean, Falls Church, Alexandria, Vienna and across the DC area trust us with their cars.

Come by 4035 Old Dominion Dr, call (703) 243-3080, or fill out the form for a free, upfront estimate. Free air, free coffee, and a straight answer, every time.

FAQ

Common questions.

Walk-ins are welcome, especially for state inspections, oil changes and tires. For bigger repairs, calling ahead at (703) 243-3080 means we'll have the right parts and time set aside.

Yes, we're an official Virginia inspection and emissions station right on Old Dominion Dr in Arlington. We can do both in one visit.

All makes, foreign and domestic, from everyday commuters to European luxury cars. One of our technicians is a master on BMWs.

Yes. TAB Motors is a AAA Approved Auto Repair facility, which means we meet AAA's standards for training, equipment and customer satisfaction.

Yes, free air for your tires and free coffee while you wait. It's the little stuff our customers mention in their reviews.

You get an honest, upfront price before any work starts. We show you what's wrong, explain what's urgent versus what can wait, and never pressure you into extras.

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