Life doesn’t always line up with shop hours, and that’s exactly why our 24/7 drop-off system exists. Whether you’re heading to work early, getting home late, or simply want to avoid waiting around, each of our locations in Washington DC, Arlington, and Alexandria has a secure drop box designed to make servicing your vehicle simple and stress-free.
How the 24/7 Drop Box Works
Pull up, fill out the envelope, sign the authorization, place your keys inside, and drop it through the slot. That’s it. Your vehicle is checked in first thing the next business day, and our mechanic team takes it from there.
For customers who need to pick up keys after hours, our lock-box system makes retrieval just as easy. Once your vehicle is finished, we place your keys into one of the secure boxes and text you the code.
It’s a system built for convenience, and it’s available at all three of our locations.
Designed for Real-World Schedules
Morning commute? Late shift? Kids’ sports? DC-area traffic?
No matter what your day looks like, dropping your car off shouldn’t add stress. Our after-hours setup lets you choose the time that works for you—no rushing, no waiting, no coordinating rides. Just pull up and leave the rest to us.
Clear, Transparent Communication—Every Step of the Way
Once your vehicle is checked in, you’ll receive updates straight to your phone through text. This includes:
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Inspection photos from the mechanic
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Notes about what they found
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Recommended repairs, if needed
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The option to approve or decline work
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Real-time progress updates
Plus, our service manager is available during business hours to walk you through anything you’d like explained. You always know what’s happening with your vehicle—and why.
Why Customers Love It
Between work, family, commuting, and the never-ending to-do list, vehicle maintenance can be tough to schedule. Our drop-box system removes that barrier. The process is quick, the communication is transparent, and you stay in control of the decisions.
It makes routine services—like oil changes, state inspections, emissions checks, and brake repairs—easier to fit into everyday life. And when you need diagnostic work, our mechanics keep you informed from start to finish.
Available at All Three Locations
Our secure 24/7 drop boxes are installed at each of our DMV locations:
Old Ox Tire & Auto – Washington DC
3426 18th St NE, Washington, DC 20018
Phone: 202-481-0685
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Old Ox Tire & Auto – Arlington VA
6917 Langston Blvd., Arlington, VA 22213
Phone: 703-534-4222
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Old Ox Tire & Auto – Alexandria VA
190 South Whiting Street, Alexandria, VA 22304
Phone: 703-888-2654
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Wherever you are in the DC, Arlington, or Alexandria areas, you can drop off your vehicle at the time that works best for you and trust that our team will take care of the rest.
