Welcome to Evolution Automotive
If you’re looking for auto repair in Bend, OR, you’ve found us. Here at Evolution Automotive we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Evolution Automotive we understand what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know auto repair in Bend offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back. We strive to build quality relationships with all of our customers and to provide them with dependable and honest auto repair and service.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in central Oregon, we are totally confident that Evolution Automotive is the best option!
Address
Evolution Automotive
63089 Sherman Rd Ste 5
Bend, OR 97703-5750
(541) 388-3734
Shop Hours
Mon-Thu: 7:30am-5:30pm
Fri-Sun: Closed
Affiliates & Certifications
About Evolution Automotive
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Since 1962, Evolution Automotive (previously Transfix Automotive) has been there for the people of central Oregon. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair Bend has to offer.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at Evolution Automotive as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
Evolution Automotive was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes Evolution Automotive the best car service in Bend!
Are you ready to experience the best Bend car service available? Please give us a call for scheduling options.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Central Oregon
What sets Evolution Automotive apart from all of the others in Bend, OR?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Bend, OR, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Evolution Automotive, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Bend auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
2018 Volvo XC60
Mileage74,535Service Date7/16/2024Services Performed- Technician performed oil service: Drained engine oil, installed new high mileage oil filter and filled with premium synthetic engine oil. Cleaned affected area. Performed courtesy vehicle inspection. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks. Installed next lof reminder sticker in window. Reset service reminder if applicable.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 70,881 miles. By sticker vehicle is approximately 3,654 miles past due for service. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Dark / L4 = Past due, prior to service. – Front brake pads at approximately; 7mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 3mm, 20% = Past Due. Rotors have hot spots / L3. Recommend replacing rear brake pads and rotors. ***SAFETY CONCERN*** – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes. – Transmission fluid dark / L2 – L3 = Due soon. Recommend performing transmission service at the same time as next oil service at approximately 80,000 miles. – Left front fog light lens full of water and bulb burnt out. Recommend replacing left front fog light lens assembly with new bulb.
- Technician removed rear wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and reinstalled caliper pins. Removed and replaced rear brake pads and rotors. Adjusted parking brake shoes. Reassembled all components. Reinstalled all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
Mike D. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/18/20242015 Nissan Juke
Mileage25,033Service Date7/15/2024Services Performed- Technician performed oil service: Drained engine oil, installed new high mileage oil filter and filled with premium synthetic engine oil. Cleaned affected area. Performed courtesy vehicle inspection. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks. Installed next lof reminder sticker in window. Reset service reminder if applicable.
- ENGINE OIL & FILTER – REPLACE – part of appointment request. – TIRES – ROTATE – inspect and advise. Found tires tread on all tires at approximately 4/32. Minimum tread spec is 3/32. Date code on tires is 0115, indicating the tires are approximately 9 years old, spec for age on tires is 6-10 years. Recommend having tire shop evaluate.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 26,186 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Dark / L3 = Due. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 6mm. – Inspected for dash/warning lights and found check engine light on on dash. – Scanned computer control module and found codes; **P0138 for heater 02 sensor 2 bank 1 **P0037 for heater 02 sensor 2 bank 1 Recommend having diagnostic performed related to codes.
- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; No concerns. Vehicle drove well. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; Check engine light on. – Scanned computer control modules & found; **P0138 for heater 02 sensor 2 bank 1 **P0037 for heater 02 sensor 2 bank 1 – Inspected & found; Removed air filter housing to gain access to sensor and connector. Measured internal resistance n rear 02 sensor. Spec is 3.3 to 4.4 ohms. Had 0.80 ohms. Monitored activity via scan tool, found no activity. Heated 02 sensor should turn on for a few seconds when vehicle starts, but it was not turning on. – Found bulletin regarding programming being recommended when replacing rear 02 sensor and these codes. – Determined / Suspect; Faulty rear 02 sensor possibly related to vehicle needing updated programming. Suspect no relation to gas cap being left off and 02 sensor failure. – Recommends; Starting with replacing rear 02 sensor (sensor2 bank 1) & performing necessary programming/updates.
Ricci & Allan S. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/17/20242004 Dodge Dakota
Mileage370,005Service Date6/27/2024Services Performed- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Unable to duplicate during first few test drive. Eventually did hear a squealing/squelching type noise / L5. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; Check engine light on – not related to this issue. – Scanned computer control modules & found; See previous diagnostics. – Inspected & found; Noise coming from front of vehicle. Had helper drive vehicle in air on lift. Found the center support bearing in the rear driveline making noise / L5. Found bearing does not have play. – Determined / Suspect; Internal bearing failure of center support bearing. – Recommends; Removing rear driveline, then replace center support bearing.
- Technician removed lower cross member to access rear driveline. Removed rear drive line. Separated front and rear section to access center support assembly. Replaced the center support bearing assembly. Reassembled and road tested vehicle. Verified repair. No further noises heard.
Jose & Scott T. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/28/20242018 Jeep Compass
Mileage49,572Service Date6/20/2024Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Felt a slight bump or downshift going into round about. Nothing concerning. Shifting as designed. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; none – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes stored in any module. – Inspected & found; Raised vehicle in air. Inspected all cooler lines, axle seals and transmission for leaks. None found. Checked fluid level and found it is full. Fluid is clean and doesn't smell burnt. No indication of internal transmission issues. Checked spark plugs and found they are worn /L3-L4. This wear can cause a lean misfire under high load conditions which cause an excessive bump feeling if transmission is shifting at the same time. – Determined / Suspect; No issues found with transmission at this time. Spark plug wear may be causing issues intermittently. – Recommends; TO START; Engine tune up. Including spark plug replacement. If issue persists then a transmission fluid service may be needed.
- TECHNICIAN – Inspected & found; Verified concern. Found the passenger side right front marker bulb is out/ not working. – Determined / Suspect; both front marker bulbs should be replaced. – Recommends; Replacing both front marker bulbs
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 51,523 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; full and clean – Front brake pads at approximately; 10mm – Rear brake pads at approximately; 8mm -Spark plugs worn L3-L4. -see diagnostic details.
- Technician removed upper engine cover and ignition coils to gain access. Replaced all spark plugs, cleaned throttle body and performed fuel injection service. reassembled and road tested vehicle, Verified repair.
- Technician removed access panel in fender well to access bulbs. Removed and replaced both marker light bulbs. Re assembled components and verified repair.
Erin B. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/23/20242007 Honda Odyssey
Mileage150,378Service Date6/17/2024Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Vehicle would not start. Battery dead. Jumped with jump box. Performed short test drive. Vehicle drove well. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; TPMS, VCS, Cruise, and rear tail gate open, lights on on dash. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. Note: Battery was dead which will erase codes. – Inspected & found; Driver door master window switch popped out, not installed properly. Lifted out door panel to access wiring. Found 30+ wires have been cut and reconnected. Checked power and grounds. Found pin 11 should have 12.5 volts but only had 1.5 volts. Found ground wire at pin 2 has 14 volts, should be zero volts. Both power and ground come from the fuse block/junction box, body module under the dash. Followed wiring harness. Found multiple crimped and broken wires. Tested window switch and found it is internally faulty. – Note: The turn signal, window and tailgate closed switch are not directly linked. There are multiple body modules and each appears to be on a different one. – Determined / Suspect; Faulty wiring harness. Bad window switch on driver door. Possible bad junction/fuse box. Possible bad module/modules. – Recommends; Taking to an electric specialty shop.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at approximately 150,000 miles (sticker hard to read). – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Dark / L3 = Due. Recommend performing oil service. – Front brake pads at approximately; 6mm. Rotors rusty / L5. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 3mm, 20% = Past due. Rotors rusty / L5. Recommend replacing rear brake pads and rotors. ***SAFETY CONCERN** – Found TPMS dash lights on. Recommend taking to tire shop. – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes found, note: battery was dead. – Due to vehicle mileage checked for tuneup / spark plug needs and found; Spark plugs appear fairly new. – Due to vehicle mileage checked for timing belt needs and found; Timing belt not accessible for inspection. No sticker found indicating timing belt has been changed. Due every 90K. Recommend checking records. If due recommend changing. **Further Damage Possible** – Serpentine belt has multiple cracks / L4 = Past due. Recommend replacing serpentine belt. **Further Damage Possible** – Battery was dead upon arrival. Had to jump to start. Battery fails load test. Recommend replacing battery. **FURTHER DAMAGE POSSIBLE** – Cabin air filter dirty and full of debris / L4 = Past due. Recommend replacing cabin air filter. **Further Damage Possible** – Brake fluid dark / L3 = Due. Recommend performing brake fluid service. – Power steering pump leaking power steering fluid / L4. Fluid level low in reservoir. Recommend replacing power steering pump. Note: If not performing repair recommend keeping fluid topped off.
Robert V. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/17/20242019 Volvo XC90
Mileage32,627Service Date5/22/2024Services Performed- Technician performed oil service: Drained engine oil, installed new high mileage oil filter and filled with premium synthetic engine oil. Cleaned affected area. Performed courtesy vehicle inspection. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks. Installed next lof reminder sticker in window. Reset service reminder if applicable.
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Drove well. No concerns found. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None found. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. – Inspected & found; Drove a couple of times on a few different streets. Found new pavement and tested. Held steering wheel level and let go, drove straight, no pulling or drifting for over 50 yards. Found pulling left on right while driving on 3rd street which has ruts. – Inspected vehicle in shop. Found all suspension and undercarriage components tight. Found the rear tire tread is low with abnormal low tread in center. Outer tread on rear tires is approximately 5/32, rear center tread is approximately 4/32. Front tire tread is approximately 7/32. Note. Recommendations is for best tires to be at the rear of the vehicle. – Determined / Suspect; Low tread in center of rear tires may be contributing to issues. – Recommends; Taking to tire shop, possible replacement of worn tires to fix issue.
- – Inspected & found per Mitchell 1 Maintenance Guide; 30K Service = LOF w/standard inspections. 40K Service = LOF, replace engine air filter, replace cabin air filter, perform brake fluid service w/standard inspections. NOTE: Spark plugs show due at 60K.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – No LOF sticker found. – Maintenance due message on on dash. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Dark / L3 = Due. – Front brake pads at approximately; 7mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 5mm. Note: minimum spec for brake pads is 3-4mm. Rear brake pads and rotors may be due soon. – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes. – Vehicle is equipped with a timing belt. Timing belt replacement shows due at 150K, based on Mitchell 1 maintenance guide.
Phil & Katie A. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/23/20242019 Ford F-150
Mileage54,599Service Date4/18/2024Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well. Shifted well, drove straight. No vibrations with braking found. No dash lights.
- Technician Inspected and found; – AIR CLEANER ELEMENT – REPLACE: Inspected and found dirty / L3. Recommend replacing engine air filter. – CABIN AIR FILTER – REPLACE: Inspected and found it appears fairly new. No recommendation to replace it at this time.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 59,199 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Good. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 3mm, 20% = Below minimum spec. Rear rotors dished and have lip / L3. Recommend replacing rear brake pads and rotors. ***SAFETY CONCERN*** – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes. – Spark plugs show due for replacement at 100K. Inspected and found light wear on spark plug / L1 = Not due.
- Technician gained access to air filter. Removed and replaced filter. Reassembled components and road tested vehicle. Verified repair.
- Technician put brake calipers into service mode via scan tool. Removed rear wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and re installed caliper pins. Removed and replaced rear brake pads and rotors. Adjusted parking brake shoes. Reassembled all components. Re installed all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
Michael A. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/19/20242012 Toyota Tacoma
Mileage177,896Service Date4/2/2024Services Performed- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; No concerns. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. – Inspected & found; Battery leaking acid at top with corrosion all over hold down strap /L5. Performed charging system check and found battery failed test. Alternator passed test. – Recommends; Replacing battery.
- Technician removed hold down strap. Cleaned corrosion from strap. Removed and replaced battery. Reassembled all components. Test drove. Verified repair. Reset clock.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – No LOF sticker found. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Good. – Front brake pads at approximately; 6mm. – Rear brakes = drum brakes and are not visible for inspection. – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes. – Due to vehicle mileage checked for tuneup / spark plug needs and found; spark plugs appeared to be in good condition.
Joe B. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/5/20242018 Dodge Charger
Mileage75,819Service Date3/28/2024Services Performed- Technician performed oil service: drained engine oil, replaced filter and filled with synthetic engine oil. Inspected all belts, hoses, brakes and tire tread. Adjusted tire pressures. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks. Reset reminder.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – No sticker found indicating next oil service interval. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Dark / L3 = Due, prior to service. – Front brake pads at approximately; 7mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 5mm. – Brake fluid slightly low, dark / L3 = Due. Recommend performing brake fluid service. – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes. – Due to vehicle mileage checked for tuneup / spark plug needs and found; Spark plugs worn / L3 = Due. Recommend performing engine tuneup with replacement of all spark plugs, throttle body and fuel injection services with necessary plenum gasket. – Checked cabin air filter and found; Clean.
David B. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/28/20242019 Volvo XC90
Mileage40,571Service Date3/28/2024Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well and shifted well during test drive. Check engine light on. – Scanned computer control modules & found; ECM **P016A – Excessive time to enter closed loop **P2096 – Post cat converter fuel trim too lean bank 1 **P2270 – 02 Sensor signal stuck lean – bank 1 to sensor 2 – Inspected & found; Performed fault tracing related to codes. While driving and monitoring sensors via scan tool, rear oxygen sensor was not active, was stuck at 1 volt. Inspected for vacuum leaks, non e found. Checked connector, found no bad pins. Connection was clean and tight. Verified 12V signal and good ground. Found the heater circuit has excessive resistance of 543,000 ohms, correct sensor reading is between 100-350 ohms. This indicates the sensor is getting too hot and likely close to burning out. Cleared codes during testing and found code **P2096 returned. – Determined / Suspect; 02 sensor is faulty. – Recommends; Starting with replacing the rear 02 sensor and then testing further. ***Further Damage Possible***
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; No warning lights on related to this issue. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No related codes. – Inspected & found; Rear back up sensors working as designed, beeping when necessary. Park in and park out come on when in reverse and when backing up. Inspected related to the dealer notes of the SOD Module. Check both side object detection modules via scan tool. Found the left SOD module = horizontal alignment angle = .945 degrees. Round the right SOD module = horizontal alignment angle = -0.185 degrees. Verified each module has software programmed in. – Determined / Suspect; Alignment angles should be more closely aligned. – Recommends; Take to a body shop related to this issue.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND; – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 50,313 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Good. – Front brake pads at approximately; 4mm, 30% = At minimum spec. Rotors have large lip and are dished in / L2-L3. Intermittent squealing noise heard coming from front brakes during test drive / L3-L4. Recommend replacing front brake pads and rotors. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 3mm, 20% = Below minimum spec. Rotors have hot spots / L3. Recommend replacing rear brake pad and rotors. ***Possible Safety Concern*** – Scanned computer control module and found; See diagnostic details.
Tino & Collette V. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/28/20242016 Toyota 4Runner
Mileage109,827Service Date3/26/2024Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well. Heard humming/grinding noise from back wheel area / L4, was worse with braking / L5. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. – Inspected & found; ** Right rear brake pads metal to metal, 0% / L5. Rear left brake pads 3mm, 20% = Past Due. Rotors damaged / L5. **Front brake pads 5mm, no concerns found with rotors = Not due. – Recommends; Replacing rear brake pads and rotors. *** SAFETY AND DAMAGE CONCERN ***
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Front tires rub on fender when turning sharply / L5. – Inspected & found; Tires on vehicle are 275/55R20. Spec for vehicle is 245/60/R20. Snow tires. – Front and rear tire tread is 8/32. – DOT code on tires is 2417 indicating the tires were manufactured the 24th week of the year 2017. – Determined / Suspect; Tires on vehicle are 3 sizes too wide. Being to wide is causing rubbing on wheel well. Vehicle needs narrower tires to resolve issue. – Recommends; Taking to tires shop and have tires that are to spec put on vehicle.
- TECHNICIAN – Inspected operation & found; Headlights all working as designed in all settings. Lights are burning bright. Found both are level and at correct height. Lens appears clear and interior appears shiny and clear. – Determined / Suspect; No issues found or concerns. – Recommends trying to change from day time running light setting to regular headlight setting at night time to see if brightness changes. Possibility to try a different "white" bulb in headlights but no guarantee this well change things as we can't determine what is currently in lens.
- Technician performed oil service: drained engine oil, replaced filter and filled with synthetic engine oil. Inspected all belts, hoses, brakes and tire tread. Adjusted tire pressures. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks. Reset oil service reminder.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 106,682 miles. By sticker vehicle is approximately 3,145 miles past due for oil service. – Maintenance due light on. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Dark / L3 = Due, prior to service. – Front brake pads at approximately; 5mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; See diagnostic details. – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes. – Due to vehicle mileage checked for tuneup / spark plug needs and found; Spark plugs worn / L3 = Due. Per mileage maintenance/Mitchell 1 guide. Spark plugs are due at 120,000 miles. Recommend performing engine tuneup with replacement of all spark plugs, throttle body and fuel injection services. – Transmission fluid dark / L3 = Due. Recommend performing transmission service. – Checked cabin air filter and found; Dirty / L3, full of debris = Due. Recommend replacing cabin air filter.
- Technician removed rear wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and reinstalled caliper pins. Removed and replaced rear brake pads and rotors. Adjusted parking brake shoes. Reassembled all components. Reinstalled all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
Nick B. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/27/2024