Eakle's Auto Care
“From simple jobs like a battery check to more complex fixes like breaks/rotors, the team at Eakle's treats every appointment with the same professionalism, kindness, and expertise.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing near Ellicott City, MD
We have 2 stations in Ellicott City on file, and both are on this list, along with 13 from towns including Baltimore (5, 12 mi), Glen Burnie (2, 15 mi) and Catonsville (1, 5 mi).
4 open weekends · 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Neubauer's Auto Repair
“In addition, Matt, the front staff and the technician who worked on the car seemed genuinely concerned about solving the issue i was having with my car.”
C&A Automotive
“This place has a longstanding reputation in the community for being reputable and not pushing unnecessary repairs and I believe this has proven to be true.”
Baltimore Body Shop & Service
“They've been very good with their prices -- I've had other work done with other cars -- especially compared to what a dealer would charge.”
Freedom Automotive
“I had AC service on my car and as always the service was professional; timely and communication was timely!”
Top Gear Auto Shop
“I come here annually to get car inspection and they always have me in and out 👍🏾 …”
Listed for drivers in and around Ellicott City, MD, 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: Ellicott City, MD
The 15 stations on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 3,279 reviews; all 15 have 50 or more reviews and 10 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these stations on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (77%) and value (74%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "fair", "honest" and "diagnosis". 4 are open on Saturdays. The services the stations on this page list most often on their websites are oil change (3), state inspections (3) and wheel alignment (2). 5 list staff certifications (ASE) and 9 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 10 websites of the stations on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 2 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the stations on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 6 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 Ellicott City?
Inside your own state, yes. 2 of the 15 shops here are in Ellicott City 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.
A1 Auto 3 Brothers Car Repair
“Work was done in a timely manner”
Bransfield Motor Company
“Very good service and a courtesy loaner vehicle is available if needed.”
Pars International Inspection & Collision
“They walked me through everything and even showed me exactly what the issue was on my motorcycle so I could do the repair myself.”
Federal Motors
“Federal Motors is absolutely fantastic when it comes to pricing, scheduling, and convenience.”
B & O Auto Repair Shop
“I would recommend this repair shop if you are looking to have work done to your car for a reasonable price.”
Auto Clinic
“Chris was very helpful and got it done quickly and gave me a loaner so I didn't have to wait.”
LMT Auto Repair
“Eric at the front made it an easy process and was very helpful and friendly.”
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KG Truck & Auto
“They were able to get it in within a couple of hours, identified the unknown manufacturer part and had it ordered the same day.”
Cloverly Automotive
“Great service maybe a little pricey but car was done quickly and a great job.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about stations near Ellicott City
- “I was quoted one price and my service actually ended up being cheaper!” — customer of C&A Automotive
- “I can always count on James and the staff to provide great service, communication, and most importantly, complete and thorough maintenance and repair work.” — customer of KG Truck & Auto
- “Great service, great recommendations. Had to bring my car in for an inspection and they let me in 10 minutes before they opened with no appointment and finished in about 25 minutes.” — customer of Pars International Inspection & Collision
- “I am so glad I listened. Staff are friendly, respectful and honest.” — customer of C&A Automotive
- “Brought my motorcycle to get inspected. Took less than an hour, def recommend.” — customer of Pars International Inspection & Collision
Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.
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