Best of the Upstate Community’s Choice Awards business spotlight: Certified Automotive
Editor’s note: This story is part of the Best of the Upstate Community’s Choice Awards, a program celebrating the best businesses and organizations in the area, as voted on by readers of The Greenville News. To nominate your favorites, cast your vote or learn more, visit this website.
Certified Automotive is an auto repair shop serving drivers in Taylors and the greater Greenville, South Carolina, area. The family‑owned business handles everything from routine maintenance to more involved mechanical repairs.
Operating in the Upstate since 2006, the shop has built a reputation around honest communication and professional workmanship. Its presence in the Best of the Upstate Community’s Choice Awards highlights how important trusted mechanics are to daily life in the region.
A celebration of community‑driven recognition
The Best of the Upstate Community’s Choice Awards invite Greenville‑area residents to recognize local businesses that make a difference across many categories. From automotive services and health care to dining and entertainment, readers of The Greenville News help identify go‑to spots throughout the Upstate.
Nominations and voting are conducted online, allowing community members to support both neighborhood shops and larger regional businesses. The 2026 nomination round opened in February, with voting starting in April. Nominate your favorite business here.
Family‑owned auto care
Certified Automotive is owned and operated by the Lattin family and was founded on principles of professionalism, honesty and kindness. The shop services most makes and models, providing repairs that range from brake work and diagnostics to air‑conditioning fixes and general maintenance.
Customers can expect detailed explanations of recommended work and a focus on getting repairs done correctly the first time. That approach has helped the business earn repeat customers who appreciate having a consistent, local team to turn to for vehicle issues.
What customers are saying
Certified Automotive has a strong rating on Yelp, with reviewers often noting friendly staff, fair pricing and clear communication. See more on Yelp.
- “These people were professional and very fairly priced… I will keep them as my mechanics in the future.” — Yelp review
- “This place is amazing… they were able to solve the problem in less than an hour and I didn’t feel like I was being taken advantage of.” — Yelp review
- “Friendly, honest service at a very competitive price… a trusted mechanic I can whole‑heartedly recommend.” — Yelp review
Location & contact
Certified AutomotiveAddress: 4371 Wade Hampton Blvd, Taylors, SC 29687Phone: (864) 860-1762Website: certifiedautomotivesc.com
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