Emerson Auto Svc & Inspection
“Had a nail and they got me in - no waiting; done quickly, nice people.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Boston, MA
15 stations listed · 5 in Boston · 12 open weekends · 8 rated 4.5+
Data verified November 8, 2026
Top Auto Services
“The staff are very nice and kind, the prices are very reasonable, and my car was fixed very quickly.”
New England Brake and Auto Repair
“They even replaced a bulb that was out that I didn't know about.”
D & M Auto Doctor
“Very reliable auto body with friendly employees and also preferred place to get my inspection sticker without the long wait.”
Boston Auto Design
“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”
Autosal Inc.
“They are not pricey and they try to help you fix your car as soon as possible.”
Listed for drivers in and around Boston, MA, 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: Boston, MA
Of the 15 stations we list here, 5 are in Boston itself and 10 come from towns including East Boston (2, 6 mi), Saugus (2, 10 mi) and Lynn (2, 13 mi). The stations on this page are rated from 3.6 to 4.9 across 1,707 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 8 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "price" and "honest". 12 are open on Saturdays. 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 10 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 54 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 10 of the stations on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 6 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 Boston?
Inside your own state, yes. 5 of the 15 shops here are in Boston 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.
Symphony Auto Tech
“Henry and chu are honest professional and great prices and a+ work❤❤❤”
L&E Auto Body
“They were so patient and understanding when it came to my list of questions and concerns.”
Advance Auto Center
“Excellent mechanics for any make and reasonably priced.”
Hometown Automotive
“First time I've ever enjoyed going for an oil change - speedy service, low prices, and friendly staff.”
Bennett Street Tire & Glass
“Super dupper Service and great prices”
Bruhm's Tire & Services
“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 .”
Creonte Tire and Auto Repair
“Instead of making me feel like some chick that doesn't know anything about cars, he had their machine recalibrated and turns out it was slightly off.”
West Lynn Auto Service
“The line moved along quickly and I was able to receive my inspection sticker without issue.”
Amicone Auto Body
“It was a minor ding and scratch but he still took care of it.”
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