Pete's Garage
“They did diagnostics on my truck and were extremely helpful and honest.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Durham, NC
21 stations listed · all 21 in Durham · 12 open weekends · 16 rated 4.5+
Data verified November 9, 2026
Hi Tech Motor
“The price was fair and there were no surprises on the final bill.”
JR Auto Repair
“The owner (didn't catch his name) was super nice and friendly, told me a bit about the history of the place and a bit about himself.”
Blue's Automotive
“I've been to a lot of mechanics, and I can confidently say hands down the best mechanic I've ever been to.”
Global Car Care
“Very honest, professional and genuine if you want good professional service try this car care company.”
East Club Auto Shop
“Came here for an inspection and He got me in and out quick!”
Listed for drivers in and around Durham, NC, these 21 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: Durham, NC
All 21 stations we list here are in Durham itself. We have 23 stations in Durham on file; this page shows the highest-rated 21. The stations on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 2,429 reviews; 13 have 50 or more reviews and 16 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "price", "fair" and "quality". 12 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 6 websites of the stations on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 1 offers financing and 3 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 9 of the stations on this page; 4 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.
Which shops listed for Durham test on Saturdays or Sundays?
Weekend testing is on offer at 12 of the 21 shops. Bear in mind that a failure on a Saturday usually waits for parts on Monday, which is an argument for testing midweek if you can.
Yearby's
“They always help the customer identify and resolve the most important mechanical concerns”
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Wasp Automotive
“I didn't have to wait long like I do at other repair shops especially with the dealers around here.”
Aw's Auto Service and Tires LLC
“Changed my tires quick and easy and is interconnected with other shops.”
Durham Auto Fix
“Muhammad like Ali was very professional as well and I am truly happy with my service .”
Porterfield's Auto Care
“They are good at what they do and charge you fairly/ are generous/helpful”
The Digital Chassis
“Brad and his crew have always done good work for me on my Porsche's and BMWs.”
Emmanuel Auto
“He went above and beyond a regular mechanic, regularly called to give me updates on the car and discuss options, and they are open on Saturdays!”
D & S Automotive Repairs
“Super professional - Justin was on point and knew exactly what he was talking about!”
Elite
“Did not expect my best customer service experience of 2025 to come from an automotive service/state inspection center but here we are.”
Miracle Touch Inspections
“I tipped them the change because they really made it so fast and easy.”
Used Car Connection
“Old school know how, old school customer service - Shops like this are a dying breed.”
Yates Garage
“This is the first auto repair shop I've been to where the blame wasn't placed on the customer or I felt played.”
Mecanico A Domicilio En Durham NC y Llaves Para Autos Con Chip
“He is the best good mechanic”
Honry Auto Care
“He is quite open to what to repair and where the parts are purchased and why he charges the amount.”
Figueroa Auto Repair
“I know that mechanic for at least 18 years very honest man great attitude his an expert mechanic”
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