Custom exhaust, suspension and honest repairs for Columbus drivers, right on Veterans Parkway.

Drop it off in the morning and we will call you with what is wrong, what it costs and how we plan to fix it. Daily drivers, family SUVs and full builds all come through the same bays.

4.5 from 291 Google reviewsMon-Fri, 8:00am-5:30pm
Looking up at a car on the lift with a new dual exhaust system in the Innovative Automotive shop

Everything from a weird new noise to a full build

Bring us the car you drive to work every day or the one you have been saving up to build. Either way, you get straight answers on the estimate before we turn a wrench.

Red Jeep on the lift with a new exhaust run underneath

Repair & maintenance

  • Auto repair

    Diagnosis and repair on everyday cars and SUVs, with a call to explain the problem and the plan before we fix it.

  • A/C service

    Get your air blowing cold again before the Georgia summer heat sets in.

  • Exhaust manifolds

    Ticking, rattling or a weird new noise? Exhaust manifold repairs for cars and SUVs.

  • Plugs, coils and motor mounts

    The tune-up and drivetrain work that keeps a daily driver running smooth.

  • Maintenance plans

    Upfront estimates and a plan to keep your family's vehicles on the road with the fewest interruptions.

Build & upgrade

  • Custom exhaust

    Custom exhaust work, from a broken tip to a brand new pair of 5 inch outlets.

  • Wheels, tires and alignments

    New wheels and tires fitted, then aligned so the car drives straight.

  • Air ride, coilovers and lifts

    Suspension upgrades for going low or going up.

  • Parts, accessories and installs

    Parts and accessories, plus the installs to go with them.

Paint & body

Paint and body work, and help with insurance claims.

Financing available

Ask about financing when you call for your estimate.

Google review, July 2026

“Kevin and Chris not only heard my problem, but they truly listened to my concerns.”

Let me start off by saying how wonderful it felt to walk into an establishment and be welcomed with a warm smile and a “How can I serve you?” attitude. Kevin and Chris not only heard my problem, but they truly listened to my concerns. As a woman entering a field where we are often taken advantage of because of our perceived lack of knowledge, these two guys and their wonderful team made me feel respected from the very beginning.

They not only listened to me, but they also took the time to educate me and walk me through what they could do to fix the issue. I dropped my car off early in the morning, which was incredibly convenient with my work schedule. Later, I received a call with an update, an explanation of the problem, and their plan to fix it, which gave me so much peace of mind.

Before the end of the very next workday, I got another call letting me know my vehicle was repaired and ready for pickup. It was such a huge relief! I’ve taken my car to other shops before and had to wait a week or more, only to get it back in the same condition or even worse.

Not only was the service exceptional, but their pricing was incredibly fair and affordable. It’s hard to find honest, knowledgeable mechanics who also charge reasonable prices, and Kevin and his team exceeded my expectations.

I can wholeheartedly say I would recommend Kevin, Chris, and their entire team to everyone. This experience has completely changed my trust and confidence in the automotive industry.

Thank you all so much! You have my car throwing snowballs 😂, and in this summer heat, I couldn’t be more thankful!

Estrella vargas

The last thing people see is the tips

From a broken tip to a brand new pair of 5 inch outlets, plus exhaust manifold repairs when that weird noise starts.

Mustang on the lift showing new quad exhaust tips
BMW sedan with black quad exhaust tips
Close-up of a burnt titanium blue exhaust tip
Blue Subaru WRX parked in front of the Innovative Paint and Body sign

Paint, body and insurance claims

We handle paint and body work too, and help you with the insurance claim.

  • BBB AccreditedAccredited by the Better Business Bureau since August 2025.
  • Financing availableSpread the cost of a repair or a build.
  • 4.5 from 291 Google reviewsFrom Google reviewers.

Out of the bays and back on the road

Silver Chevrolet Caprice up on the lift in the shop
Lowered grey Nissan 370Z on polished aftermarket wheels
Blue Ford Bronco Raptor out on a trail
A crowd and modified cars outside the Innovative Automotive shop

Fast, fair and done right

4.5 average from 291 reviews on Google

“Kevin and staff are amazing to work with they are always upfront about the estimates the cost and the price to not only fix things that I need fixed in the moment but also setting up a plan to maintain our families vehicles so that we can continue our daily lives with the least amount of interruptions because one of our vehicles is not running. He will have my business for as long as we can provide it to him.”

Brian NelsonGoogle review, August 2026

“They did an amazing job!! Went from my exhaust tip from being broke to have two brand new 5 inch tips coming out the back! Definitely recommend them they’re fast with it on top of it being done right! Went in to have it done at 8am and was walking out the door at 8:30am”

Blake JarrettGoogle review, January 2026

“HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Our 2018 Suburban started making a very weird noise. Turns out the exhaust manifold was the culprit. In just under 3 hours, it was fixed! My car sounds and runs SO MUCH BETTER!! Thank you to the team at Innovative Automotive.”

Cory HaynesGoogle review, August 2026

“Trustworthy and affordable. They’ve done our exhaust manifold, plugs, coils and motor mounts, and all of the work has been fast and reasonable. Our car is running better than it has in a long time.”

Rehoboth FarmGoogle review, September 2026

Pull in at 3801 Veterans Parkway

Call ahead, drop it off first thing, or send us the details below and we will get back to you with an estimate.

Hours

Monday
8:00am-5:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am-5:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am-5:30pm
Thursday
8:00am-5:30pm
Friday
8:00am-5:30pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

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Call (706) 653-6566