Tesla’s opening its first service center in Alabama at 2625 S 4th Ave in Birmingham’s Lakeview neighborhood. The facility marks a major milestone for electric vehicle owners in the state who previously drove three hours or more for Tesla repairs and maintenance.
Construction crews worked on the building throughout May 2025, altering the space into a dedicated service center. Workers didn’t put up Tesla signs during the early construction phase. A permit labeled “4TH AVE SERVICE CENTER” confirmed the project’s purpose. The limited space at the location raised concerns about handling vehicles efficiently. Tesla’s considering buying adjacent land to expand the facility’s capacity.
Tesla’s considering buying adjacent land to expand the facility’s capacity
The center experienced a phased opening. Reports in May suggested it might open by May 27, when service requests briefly appeared online. Tesla’s website officially listed the center as open by August 2025. The company posted job openings for service and sales positions in early 2025, several months before the full launch.
The Birmingham location offers vehicle diagnostics, repairs, and routine servicing for all Tesla models. The center provides software updates alongside mechanical repairs to keep vehicles running optimally. It’s especially important for Cybertruck owners in Alabama who needed specialized support. The addition of sales roles in job postings surprised many, since the facility focuses primarily on maintenance rather than retail operations.
Local Tesla owners expressed excitement about the new center on social media. The Tesla Owners AL Facebook group shared the address and updates about the opening. Before this facility, Alabama residents traveled to service centers in neighboring states, creating long wait times and inconvenient trips. The new center addresses the limited service network that previously forced owners to incur higher travel costs for repairs.
The service center serves as a hub for Southern EV drivers and represents Alabama’s first official Tesla facility. This development signals growth in the state’s electric vehicle infrastructure. The center’s location near South apartment row in Lakeview makes it accessible to Birmingham residents and drivers from across Alabama.
The facility doesn’t function as a retail store or Supercharger station. It’s dedicated exclusively to vehicle maintenance and repairs. This focused approach helps Tesla meet the growing demand for service support in a state where EV ownership continues to rise.