370 Paterson Ave, East Rutherford, NJ 07073 Español
201-935-5100

Auto Repair for Paterson, NJ Drivers

Auto repair for Paterson drivers — about 20 minutes via Route 20 North along the Passaic River. ASE-certified shop at 370 Paterson Ave, East Rutherford. Firm quotes, same-day on most jobs.

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ASE-certified mechanics Labor warranty on every job Manufacturer's warranty on parts Family-run since day one

Distance

~8 miles from Paterson

Drive time

about 20 minutes

Route

via Route 20 North along the Passaic River

Hours

Mon–Sat 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

If you're coming from the Great Falls area or off the Route 19/I-80 interchange, you already know Route 20 South along the Passaic River is the direct shot to us — about 8 miles, roughly 20 minutes. That river-road stretch has a lot of stop-and-go through the S-curves and merges near the falls, which is exactly the kind of driving that eats front brake pads faster than highway miles do. We're an independent, ASE-certified auto repair shop at 370 Paterson Ave — yes, the street name is a coincidence worth a smile — and we work on the wear patterns that Route 20 commuting actually produces.

Local wear & tear

What Paterson Driving Does to Your Car

Driving pattern out of PatersonWhat wears outOur service
Stop-and-go on Route 20 through the river curves near Great FallsFront brake pads and rotors work harder than on open highwayBrake Repair
Merging on and off at the Route 19/I-80 interchangeSuspension bushings and tie rods take repeated load transferSuspension & Steering Repair
Short hospital-area trips near St. Joseph's before getting back on Route 20Engine never fully warms up, oil breaks down fasterOil Change
Idling in downtown Paterson traffic before the river road opens upBattery drain and slower alternator recoveryCar Battery & Electrical Repair
Pothole-heavy side streets feeding onto Route 20Wheels knocked out of alignment, uneven tire wearTire Repair & Wheel Alignment
Regular commute miles on the same Route 20 runScheduled maintenance items fall behind without a routineCar Maintenance & Scheduled Service
Getting here

From Paterson to Our Shop

From Paterson, pick up Route 20 South and follow it along the Passaic River — you'll be off the highway and pulling onto Paterson Ave in East Rutherford in about 20 minutes, traffic depending. We're the shop on the street that happens to share its name with your city. Open Mon-Sat, 8-6. If the car won't make the drive — dead battery, overheating, won't shift — call 201-935-5100 first; if it can't be driven safely we'll talk through towing or a mobile visit rather than have you risk the trip on Route 20.

Our benefits

Why drivers choose Three Brothers

Certified Professionals

ASE-certified mechanics working to US standards on every job.

Cutting-Edge Equipment

Latest diagnostic technology for precise, first-time-right repairs.

Transparent Pricing

Firm written estimates before work starts. No surprises.

Original & Quality Parts

OEM and OEM-spec parts backed by warranty.

Fast & Reliable Service

Most jobs done same or next day.

Personalized Care

We explain everything in plain language before touching the car.

All services

What we fix for Paterson drivers

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is East Rutherford really a short drive from Paterson?
Yes — it's about 8 miles down Route 20 South along the Passaic River, roughly 20 minutes outside of heavy traffic. It's a straight shot, no complicated turns.
My brakes feel worn from all the stop-and-go near the falls. Can you check them same day?
Call ahead at 201-935-5100 and we'll try to get you in. Route 20's traffic pattern through that area is genuinely harder on front pads, so it's worth having them looked at before they wear down to the rotors.
I only drive short trips around St. Joseph's and downtown Paterson — does that matter for maintenance?
It does. Short trips mean the engine rarely reaches full operating temperature, which is harder on oil than steady highway driving. We can set up a maintenance schedule that accounts for that instead of just going by mileage.
What if my car can't make it to East Rutherford?
Call us at 201-935-5100 first. Depending on the issue we can talk through towing options, or ask about our mobile mechanic service for certain repairs at your location.
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