Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Transmission & Auto Repair Specialists in Southern Maryland
Hollywood Transmission & Atmtv has been serving Southern Maryland since 1977, providing expert transmission repair, rebuild services, and comprehensive auto repair solutions. Our owner, Dave Parks, grew up in the transmission industry and brings decades of hands-on experience to every project. We specialize in custom torque converter builds, performance upgrades, and advanced diagnostics using state-of-the-art equipment like our Hot Flush machine, which ensures thorough transmission cooler cleaning. Our team prioritizes transparency, allowing customers to witness the repair process via text videos and commentary. We serve St. Marys, Calvert, and Charles Counties, working on vehicles ranging from compact cars to heavy-duty trucks.Our commitment to quality includes using premium parts, eliminating the need for radiator bypasses, and reinforcing critical components for enhanced durability. We focus on complete in-house repairs, avoiding third-party shipping, and maintain strict quality control over every service performed. Our expertise extends to cooling systems, electronic controls, exhaust systems, and factory-scheduled maintenance for both domestic and imported vehicles. We emphasize customer education, showing clients exactly what issues exist in their vehicles while offering free road tests and estimates. With a legacy of trust built over 45 years, we remain a locally owned and operated resource for reliable automotive care.
Services
Transmission Repairs
Auto Repair Services
Custom Torque Converters
Hot Flush Machine Service
Performance Upgrades
Cooling System Repairs
Electronic Controls
Engine Diagnostics
Exhaust System Repairs
Towing Services
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We rebuild transmissions in-house with performance-enhanced components for durability.
- Our Hot Flush machine ensures complete transmission cooler system cleaning.
- Custom-built torque converters eliminate reliance on third-party quality uncertainties.
- Owner Dave Parks brings 45+ years of hands-on transmission industry expertise.
- We provide real-time repair process visibility through customer text video updates.
Services
Transmission Repairs
We specialize in complete transmission repair and rebuild services for cars, trucks, and SUVs. Our process includes custom torque converter builds, performance part upgrades, and Hot Flush machine cleaning for complete system restoration. Each repair receives updated shift kits and new electronics for optimal functionality.
Auto Repair Services
Our comprehensive auto repair services cover cooling systems, exhaust systems, electronic controls, and factory-scheduled maintenance. We work on all engine types (4, 6, and 8 cylinders) with emphasis on diagnostics and long-term reliability solutions for both daily drivers and performance vehicles.
Hot Flush Machine Service
This specialized service uses high-temperature fluid and air cycles to remove transmission debris from radiator coolers. The process eliminates contamination risks through microscreen verification, ensuring complete system cleanliness without requiring radiator bypasses or replacements.
Performance Upgrades
We enhance transmission durability with hardened splined hubs, solid rivet welds, and billet back bowls. These modifications create 100% stronger converters than stock units, specifically designed for triple-clutch applications and heavy-duty performance requirements.
Customer Repair Demonstrations
We provide real-time repair process visibility through text video updates and in-person shop demonstrations. This approach educates customers about their vehicle's specific issues while showcasing our craftsmanship and quality control standards during service execution.
People
Dave Parks
Owner
With over 45 years in the transmission industry, Dave Parks leads Hollywood Transmission & Atmtv. Raised in the business through his father Glen Parks' Charlotte Hall operation, he specializes in custom transmission builds and complex diagnostics.
Questions
What transmission services do you offer?
We provide complete transmission repairs, rebuilds, and custom torque converter builds using performance-enhanced components for cars, trucks, and SUVs.
Do you work on all vehicle types?
We service domestic and imported vehicles with 4, 6, and 8 cylinder engines, including heavy-duty trucks and performance vehicles.
What makes your service unique?
We offer real-time repair process visibility, in-house custom torque converter builds, and Hot Flush machine cleaning for complete transmission system restoration.
Are you located in Southern Maryland?
Yes, we operate in St. Marys County, serving all of Southern Maryland including Calvert and Charles Counties.
What auto repair services do you provide?
Our services include cooling systems, exhaust systems, electronic controls, factory maintenance, and diagnostics for all vehicle types.
