Mike's Kars Inc.
“I called around 10 to determine status, because I was hoping to get my car back before my husband left for work so I wouldn't t have to rearrange my schedule due to not having a car.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Harrisburg, PA
24 stations listed · 5 in Harrisburg · 7 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 24, 2026
Albino's All In One
“The perfect place where you can repair anything that your vehicle has with good treatment and speed, it is the most complete place I have ever seen, and the most important thing is the confidence it gives you when repairing your vehicle here, that yo...”
Riz Auto Service
“Took my Lexus to get the water pump changed, he did really great job on it, took my other cars as well and he done really good job on my Toyota pick up, my jeep Cherokee and Nissan Altima.”
T & L Auto Repair Center
“My family has been customers since I was a child and once I started driving I made sure they looked after my car because I can trust them and they dont try to cheat me”
H&S Motors INC
“Although I brought a difficult customer they kept a very professional manner and we're patient I appreciate it that 🙏 and told the person never again will I bring you anywhere I've established myself in.”
Harrisburg Auto Services
“Fixed my parents car up fine”
Listed for drivers in and around Harrisburg, PA, 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.
Area overview: Harrisburg, PA
Of the 24 stations we list here, 5 are in Harrisburg itself and 19 come from towns including Mechanicsburg (4, 8 mi), Lemoyne (2, 2 mi) and Enola (2, 5 mi). The stations on this page are rated from 4.4 to 4.9 across 2,218 reviews; 20 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these stations on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), value (88%) and quality (83%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "fair", "diagnosis" and "honest". 7 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 52 years. 3 offer financing and 2 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 11 of the stations on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 4 list a public email and 3 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 Harrisburg?
Inside your own state, yes. 5 of the 24 shops here are in Harrisburg 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.
West Shore Auto Care Inc
“They took the time to show me what was wrong and what effects the modifications unbeknownst to me (car was lowered significantly from stock ride height - I didn't notice despite being a car enthusiast because I wasn't familiar with the semi-uncommon ...”
Callen Kinback Inc
“Had awful experience this morning at sonys autoshop in harrisburg that ripped me off 40 bucks for them to do nothing just for having made the appt and still didn't do the alignment I asked for and tried to charge 160 for one freaking tire, so I was s...”
Wrenchrite Auto Care
“I went over to you get a stereo installed in my vehicle he took a look at it he told me that I have all the things I need and he gave me a date in which they can install it he was very knowledgeable and showed me exactly what needed to be done so I'm...”
Straws Auto Center
“Dropped my vehicle off in the evening for state inspection and emissions after hours due to getting out of the office late, and they were still there working - which allowed me fortunately to drop off all the required paperwork as well as speak with ...”
Kreitzer's Automotive Service
“The best was that the daughter, who is a master mechanic, brought out the broken part from the door that they had replaced because they thought the part cost was a little high and they wanted me to see how large and intricate the part was!!!”
Simons Auto Repair & Sales LLC
“I'm getting ready to take a trip to South Carolina to see my oldest baby girl graduate from boot camp from the Army Reserve and as we all know that South Carolina isn't right around the corner, so Chris was very honest with me about my car and all th...”
Done Right Auto Works
“I had spent a vast majority of the week calling auto shops trying to get my car in to be fixed up since my car wouldn't shift from park, but all it took was 1 call to Done Right; they had my car scheduled for the next day and I was able to get my car...”
Big Dog Auto & A/C Repair Llc-Auto Repair Inspections
“Recently my check engine light came on and my car needed work done Anyone who owns a car, knows that feeling of anxiety when it comes time to take their car into the shop The usual mechanic isn't always a pleasure to deal with With this in mind i ask...”
Dan's Frame Shop
“I took the car to 5 garages including two alignment shops, and a collision center local to Palmyra who were either unaware of the remaining issues or unable to fix them and returned the car to me with bad bumpsteer and horrible ride and steering iss...”
The G Best Deal Tires and Auto Repair
“I walked into the office, told the guy working I had a flat and he told me “pull it up, we'll take care of you” and 15 minutes later I was on my way home with a brand new tire.”
Mt. Wolf Auto
“Went there because my car was showing p0303 code and misfiring and they were quick to jump into action popped my hood and got right to the problem lewis and his uncle are very good people fair prices at that they gave me a cheaper alternative then ju...”
Hess Garage
“I do use a dealership if the repair is significant and I want a VW warranty, but other than that I use these people for everything - including about the best tire prices around if you need a new set”
HC Automotive
“Being a person who self-describes as being completely unknowledgeable about vehicles and car care, my family and I depend on working with someone who is not only professional and skilled at what they do, but above else, someone that we can trust.”
Elwood's Service Station
“Was experiencing clunking noises in my tires when I was driving so took it in to them to get it checked out, didn't even have an appointment and they got it done in under an hour and fixed the issue perfectly for me.”
Creekside Automotive LLC
“What makes the situation even better was when they looked at the car, they told me that my brakes were actually at 12/32 and I do not need any type of brake repair.”
Blackburn Garage Pa & Trailer
“Showed up today for last half hour to try to get an inspection done & wasn't sure was going to pass emissions But my other car got checked out today so I was relying on my old girl to pass inspection so I could continue on with my work week.”
Haas's Auto Repair
“Not only were Donna & Dan so accommodating to schedule me in for major work & inspection in a timely manner but I did end up getting a call from the “other guy” that I was referred to and he was RUDE, more expensive & didn't seem to want the business...”
Sturgeon Garage
“Great service when it comes to vehicle knowledge they can't be beat I would recommend them to anyone who needs vehicle repairs or maintenance”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about stations in and near Harrisburg
- “The gentlemen who took care of my car were very friendly and communicative!” — customer of Big Dog Auto & A/C Repair Llc-Auto Repair Inspections
- “Just treated me like family, would definitely recommend going here for anything.” — customer of Simons Auto Repair & Sales LLC
- “This is my mechanic from now on. Fair, up-front pricing (no made-up add-on repairs), fast & professional service, and the owners & staff are so nice.” — customer of Kreitzer's Automotive Service
- “Needed a state inspection quick and they fit me in same week.” — customer of West Shore Auto Care Inc
- “Amazing, quality work. He was able to squeeze me in last minute to do my inspection so I wouldn’t be behind.” — customer of Big Dog Auto & A/C Repair Llc-Auto Repair Inspections
Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.
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