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Triangle Service Center
- Work
- Inspection
- Job
“However, I think as of recently they had a sudden loss of the person that did the state inspections and are in the process of looking for another person to take that position”
Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Boston, MA
24 stations listed · 7 in Boston · 11 open weekends · 15 rated 4.5+
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Pro Tire & Tune
- Pay
- Inspection
- Light
“The guys that work there r very knowledgeable friendly they r just great I wouldn't take my car anywhere else Every time I have had a problem with my car They find out what's wrong with it and fix it with great pride and workmanship the best part a...”
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Emerson Auto Svc & Inspection
“He was very helpful and made sure I felt very comfortable as I don't know much about cars he kept it very simple but also helps me to understand places were very affordable and I will definitely go back”
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Weston Automotive
- Communication
- Price
- Brakes
“Weston Auto quickly and smartly diagnosed the issue, actually fixed my truck, provided me a detailed and accurate diagnosis, and did all that for a fraction of what the dealerships charged for the work that they did (which, again, did not fix the pro...”
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Alexander Automotive Service
- Price
- Phone
- Mechanic
“I have an older vehicle I'm just trying to keep going for another year, and he has not tried to "up-sell" me on products or services which weren't really necessary, and offered a fair assessment as to whether it was safe to skip some repairs.”
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Top Auto Services
- Honest
- Trust
- Prices
“On his old truck before he got a brand new one they charged a little over $300 for a exhaust which is a good price these guys are fair and honest and know what they are doing.”
Area overview: Boston, MA
Of the 24 stations we list here, 7 are in Boston itself and 17 come from towns including East Boston (2, 6 mi), Lynn (2, 13 mi) and Peabody (2, 16 mi). The stations on this page are rated from 3.9 to 5.0 across 2,247 reviews; 16 have 50 or more reviews and 15 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these stations on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (78%) and value (69%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "fair", "honest" and "diagnosis". 11 are open on Saturdays. The services the stations on this page list most often on their websites are diagnostics (3), alignments (2), exhaust repair (2) and vehicle inspections (2). 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 15 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 69 years. 1 offers financing; 1 gives free estimates; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. 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.
Data verified October 9, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Boston, MA, these 24 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.
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Ronnie's Total Car Care
“I was worried when I first picked up the car as there was a different clunking noise that I heard, but these guys took another look and identified a manufacturing defect in a part they installed, promptly fixed it (which was essentially another brake...”
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Brian's Automotive Corp
- Leak
- Prices
- Ownership
“Services Air & cabin filter replacement, Exhaust, Tires, Auto battery replacement, Auto exhaust system repair, General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Tire rotations, Vehicle Inspection, Transmission repair, Brakes,...”
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Bill's Garage
- Inspection
- Travel
- Price
“Gave advice over the phone, when we got to the garage he quickly inspected and plugged the tire, got us in and out in about 15 minutes and back on the road.”
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New England Brake and Auto Repair
- Review
- Price
- Book
“I got new brakes and rotors from this shop in November 2019, drove away with the brakes making a scratchy sound, I didn't do anything about it for months (came up with excuses in my head that the brakes would "brake-in" or it was from snow/ rain).”
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D & M Auto Doctor
“They have great mechanics that very honest they do great work never had a problem with them been going to them for over 10 years love that place also I just went down and got a sticker this place is awesome people are just great love going there reco...”
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Val's Foreign Auto Repairs
- Vehicles
- BMW
- Know
“I have no complaints, need to bring my car in for a oil leak and was checking online for there hours and noticed the reviews and needed to speak up about great service.”
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Quiles Auto Repair
- Mechanic
“I went to 4 different machines and they couldn't fix my car properly as soon as I went he told me the problem right away and had it fixed by the next day very professional with 30+ experience”
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Boston Auto Design
- Prices
- Mechanic
- Tire
“Had a messed up rim and tire this the only place that had the same size tire and they fixed the rim within 1 day they came in super clutch and we're very friendly”
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Autosal Inc.
- Oil
“These guys are exactly what you want from a mechanic I brought my car in asked for specific fixes and they got it done on time and didn't try the old well Sir you need this, this and this done too.”
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Symphony Auto Tech
“Been using them for over 10 years and I can always count on great quality and customer service Services Tires, Auto battery replacement, General repairs & maintenance, Brakes, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenance, Oil change”
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L&E Auto Body
“They were so patient and understanding when it came to my list of questions and concerns.”
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S & H Auto Repairs
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Advance Auto Center
- Fleet
- Prices
- Drive
“I can't thank enough Ruben and the rest of the the advance auto center team to keep my car always running in good and safe condition after my last experience with other repair shop was terrible”
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Century Tire
“Services Tires, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Auto A/C recharge, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto brake repair, Tire rotations, Vehicle Inspection, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, Auto tire replacement, V...”
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Bruhm's Tire & Services
- Prices
- Brakes
- Auto Repair Shop
“I have taken my car twice and this guys are sincere with charging for car repairs compared to some other places that tend to hype even a minor car issue to charge more”
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Bennett Street Tire & Glass
“I called a couple places to get new tires mounted on my brand new rims, but they all said they couldn't guarantee they wouldn't scratch them or just wouldn't do it.”
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Paul's Auto Body
- Scammed
- Insurance
- Rear Ended
“Getting my car sideswiped was not high on my priority list, but it nearly brought a tear to my eye to see my car look better than new with the great work that these folks did.”
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Sacco's Auto Repair
- Sticker
- Inspections
- Prices
“I highly rate their service so much that I go back there every year for a sticker and know I leave with a safe vehicle and that I will not be ripped off even though I am a single senior customer.”
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Can I use a station outside Boston?
Inside your own state, yes. 7 of the 24 shops here are in Boston and the rest come from other towns, shown with their own city. Crossing a state line does not work, because the test has to be accepted by the state that registers the car.