Dunn Tire
“Had to stop in for brake pads rotors and tires before getting on the road the staff there and mechanic had great customers service much thanks to them.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing near Amherst, NY
We have 3 stations in Amherst on file, and all of them are on this list, along with 12 from towns including Buffalo (5, 9 mi), Tonawanda (2, 6 mi) and North Tonawanda (2, 7 mi).
5 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
Gerry's Service-Complete Auto Repair
“She went out of her way to find the best price, apply other promotions and offered to fit me in their busy schedule right away.”
Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
“The final bill was lower than the estimate which was a pleasant surprise.”
Knoll's Mobil North / Towing Buffalo
“Pricing was transparent, and their commitment to customer satisfaction was evident throughout.”
Forest Automotive
“I've only gone a couple times so far, but everyone there seems very nice.”
Bison Automotive & Detail Inc.
“I had my car detailed, they did an excellent job.”
Listed for drivers in and around Amherst, NY, these 15 shops carry out emissions and inspection work. What each one says about its station license, hours and retest policy comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Amherst, NY
The 15 stations on this page are rated from 3.9 to 4.9 across 4,095 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these stations on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), quality (80%) and value (80%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "fair" and "honest". 5 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 shows a license on its website; 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 13 websites of the stations on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. 5 offer financing; 5 are family- or locally-owned and 8 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the stations on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the stations on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the station before you visit.
Can I use a station outside Amherst?
Inside your own state, yes. 3 of the 15 shops here are in Amherst and the rest come from other towns. Crossing a state line does not work, because the test has to be accepted by the state that registers the car.
Mongielo's/ Auto Specialties Auto Repair and Parts
“He was able to figure out the problems and also show me how he came about diagnosing the problems which was nice.”
Ultimate Auto Service
“Will definitely be coming back here for any of my car needs.”
EZ Tire & Auto
“To care of my tires and then went the extra mile for my situation great place”
Sweeney's Garage
“I recommend them to all my friends and family!”
Rearend Specialists & Fleet Maintenance
“For any readers that know what it's like to care for a special needs adult, you'll appreciate the value of having Bill, Judy, Lori and the rest of the Rear End Specialist team in your corner.”
R & J Service
“This is the only place that I take my vehicles to for repairs for many years.”
John's Motor & Transmission
“I had a full transmission rebuilt by them back 10 years ago on my classic car.”
Above & Biondo Automotive
“Fast, friendly and they take the time to explain the problem and any alternatives you may have.”
South Niagara Auto Repair
“Had a flat tire on Transit, they fixed the tire with no appointment and had me on my way within 30 minutes.”
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