Austin Automotive

Housed within a spacious 53,000-square-foot facility, Cowboy Harley-Davidson of Austin carries a colorful assortment of apparel, engine parts, and new and used motorcycles, all created by the iconic brand. First-time riders and seasoned hog tamers alike stroll in beneath the sales floor's towering ceilings to buy or rent bikes, try on new threads, or have work done by one of seven master technicians. Since many staffers are riders themselves, they can also offer real-life road tips, including the best accessories for a long ride, where to hide out during sudden rainstorms, and the best way to affix baseball cards to your spokes.

Anthony D. Chavira opened ATX Imperial Auto Glass to correct the shortcomings he saw in other auto-glass businesses. Prioritizing customer relationships over sales, Anthony has managed to spread his brand of service across eight shops where technicians endure rigorous training to earn certifications from Delta Kits, the National Glass Association, and the National Windshield Repair Association. After they’ve mended glass wounds such as rock chips and cracks or replaced entire panes, the crew caps off each service by vacuuming interiors, washing windows, and burning busted glass on a pyre.

For more than three decades, mechanics at Read's Automotive have performed basic preventative maintenance and full-scale auto repairs on both domestic and imported vehicles. Their services cover everything from routine tire alignment and oil changes to 24-hour towing for cars that won't start on a cold day or refuse to get out of bed in the morning. As a NAPA AutoCare Center, Read's Automotive has the backing of ASE-certified technicians, and offers warranties on replacement parts for up to 24,000 miles or 24 months.