State Tire & Service
“They are reasonably priced, quick in their repairs, and do not attempt to upsell you for services you can do at home, or are not needed.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Columbus, OH
18 stations listed · all 18 in Columbus · 5 open weekends · 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
Chapin's Auto Services
“He came highly recommended from multiple friends and I am glad I listened to them.”
Buckeye Complete Auto Care
“They made sure I knew what else needed to be done but gave me the option to do it then or wait.”
Advanced Services & Repairs
“Mr Dunmire was on top of the issue with my son's Yukon XLT .”
Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
“Jay squeezed us into his busy schedule, diagnosed the problem in minutes and then repaired the broken seal.”
Glacier Auto Repair
“The service is completed in a timely manner and the pricing is reasonable.”
Listed for drivers in and around Columbus, OH, these 18 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: Columbus, OH
All 18 stations we list here are in Columbus itself. We have 21 stations in Columbus on file; this page shows the highest-rated 18. The stations on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 2,657 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 15 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "price", "fair" and "diagnosis". 5 are open on Saturdays. 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 9 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 74 years. 2 offer financing; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 8 of the stations on this page; 3 publish a contact page; 1 lists a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the stations on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the station before you visit.
Can I book a test online with shops listed for Columbus?
2 of the 18 shops here take bookings online. Some stations work on a queue instead, which is fine early in the month and painful at the end of it. If you can book, take the first slot of the day and you will be out before the line forms.
Avenue Auto Repair
“Had issue with my car and they were able to get it fixed real quick.”
J Auto Repair LLC
“Been there for a transmission replacement and an alternator replacement and they have been very kind and professional the entire time.”
Ted's Auto Services
“He was willing to not make $800 on a repair job on a vehicle he didn't think was worth it.”
Lee's Auto Repair
“The process took awhile, and that's because they made sure to find the lowest prices for all of the parts they had to order.”
Penington's Auto Services
“Mark looked at the car as soon as my daughter dropped it off, diagnosed the problem, ordered the parts and completed the repair in just over 24 hours!”
Acceleration Import Car Specialist
“Been here a few times with multiple mercedes and always a great experience, honest shop, reasonable price and quality work”
Prudent Auto Repair Llc
“Been my mechanic for 2 years now and i recommend him to everyone !”
J R's Auto Services
“He takes care of my personal vehicles and my employers fleet vehicles.”
El Parcero Auto Repair
“This place is awesome from the tires to brakes and rotors all the way to suspension or even a new transmission they will get you together just get with them!!!”
Linden Auto Repair Llc
“Replaced 2 steering knuckles, front brakes and rotors,and oil change, will go here going forward!”
Julie Services
“He explained everything clearly and gave me helpful recommendations for future maintenance while keeping my budget in mind.”
General Auto Service & Repair
“The mechanics on duty are knowledgeable and friendly.”
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