Where Pride Comes From Quality:

Our Story As Helena’s Local Auto Shop

CM Automotive may be a relative newcomer to the Helena area auto repair scene, but our roots stretch far back. We were known as “Kolar Automotive” – which had proudly served Montanans for all their vehicular needs for 10 years – when Chris Menichino bought the shop in 2021.

A great location. A team of supremely qualified mechanics. A reputation for fair pricing, high standards and outstanding customer service. Chris and his crew are determined to offer the best, as well as continually invest in the training, tools and equipment that will let our team keep on raising the bar.  CM Automotive exemplifies the kind of pride that can only come from a business named after its owner.

The CM Automotive Difference: Reliable Auto and Diesel Repair in Helena

If you need maintenance or repair for your car, van, light truck or SUV, then one visit to CM Automotive is all it’ll take to make you a believer. We owe our high customer satisfaction to our core goals!

  • Restore – Montana’s unruly roadways are unkind to vehicles that aren’t equipped to handle them. No matter our customer’s needs, we’re going to use industry-leading techniques to install the high-quality parts that keep their vehicle safe and reliable.
  • Extend – Maybe one day scientists will finally get off their butts and invent a money tree. Until then, it’s on us to preserve our customers’ valuable vehicular investments by providing exemplary oil changes and other preventative maintenance services.
  • Serve – Great automotive service extends beyond what we do for vehicles. That’s why we strive to create a great experience for our customers with our clean and comfortable waiting area, convenient after-hours key drop-off, and free coffee, Wi-Fi and shuttle service.

Our Core Values: Staying True to Helena Since Day One

Like the great city of Helena, our mechanics stay true to these core values:

  • Supportive and Honest Teamwork 
  • Dependability for Each Other and Our Customers
  • Quality Work for Customer Satisfaction