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Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Hawthorne, CA

24 stations listed · 19 in Hawthorne · 22 open weekends · 15 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license

Data verified October 16, 2026

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Smog & Registration Auto Repair

Smog & Registration Auto Repair

(42)
  • Price
  • Check
  • Oil
“Place to start taking my car to for service and have have found it the customer service is A+ from Eva to Craig to every single person that i had any dealing with including the sweet cashier who checks you out not only will i go back but i will refer...”
In Business Since 2011
Coupons & Offers
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Torrance, CA · 6 mi from Hawthorne
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S&A Auto Repair

S&A Auto Repair

(34)
“Tony helped me figure out I was trying to fix the wrong headlight, he showed me which one it was and which one I needed and was extremely patient with me (I changed the high beam instead of the low beam).”
In Business Since 1994
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
3529 Rosecrans Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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Sky Smog Check

Sky Smog Check

(48)
  • Price
  • Vehicles
  • Future
“Excellent place, I arrived immediately after the service with the errors erased, the master said that I needed to drive 70 miles for the computer to carry out self-diagnosis and only then come to him, he showed me on the device what should be diagnos...”
In Business Since 2005
Licensed
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Torrance, CA · 6 mi from Hawthorne
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American Smog Check Center

American Smog Check Center

(48)
“Fantastic place, Got there a bit late as drive up customer and the guy said no problem, and then had me back on the road with a completed Smog check within 15 mins!”
In Business Since 2016
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
13535 S Inglewood Ave unit C, Hawthorne, CA
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The Smogfather

The Smogfather

(46)
  • Price
  • Water
  • Bottle
“Excellent place to fulfill the requirement that the DMV requires me to smog check, friendly treatment by the owner in addition to being very quick to visit them!!”
In Business Since 2015
4138 W El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA
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Steve's Auto Care

Steve's Auto Care

(41)
  • Mechanic
  • Prices
  • Job
“Steve has the best mechanic ever he's so sweet very helpful gets the job done and go the extra mile to make sure that you and your car are okay and everything that you came there for you will be satisfied with thank you so much Steve for everything y...”
In Business Since 1994
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
3509 Rosecrans Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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Listed for drivers in and around Hawthorne, CA, 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: Hawthorne, CA

Of the 24 stations we list here, 19 are in Hawthorne itself and 5 come from Torrance (4, 6 mi) and Lawndale (1, 2 mi). The stations on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 1,617 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews and 15 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these stations on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (97%), professionalism (90%) and value (81%). 22 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 1 shows a license on its website and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 4 websites of the stations on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2007. 1 gives free estimates and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 10 of the stations on this page; 6 publish a contact page; 1 lists 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.

Which shops listed for Hawthorne test on Saturdays or Sundays?

Weekend testing is on offer at 22 of the 24 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.

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Newtech Automotive

Newtech Automotive

(40)
  • Price
  • Sell
  • Mechanic
“He genuinely cares for the safety of his customers and there have been times where I was out of town and being a woman people try to charge me more for stuff, I've called Mike like hey im in another universe and this is the problem with my car and th...”
In Business Since 1998
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
13101 S Inglewood Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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Smog Express Test Only

Smog Express Test Only

(49)
“Very professional”
13113 S Inglewood Ave #5, Hawthorne, CA
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Torrance Transmission Service

Torrance Transmission Service

(25)
  • Price
  • Work
  • Mechanics
“There are so many alleged "professional" transmission service companies here in the South Bay including those franchised, uneducated ones that many of my clients refuse to have any transmission work done due to the dishonesty of these overpriced esta...”
In Business Since 2018
Free Initial Consultation
Torrance, CA · 6 mi from Hawthorne
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Kike's Auto Repair

Kike's Auto Repair

(49)
  • Prices
  • Brakes
  • Oil
“My pops has been a customer of Kike for some while now and I've always been skeptical about going to a different mechanic but I was in need of an alternator and decided to go there....”
In Business Since 1994
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
4202 W El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA
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Cobra Auto Repair

Cobra Auto Repair

(47)
  • Mechanic
  • Price
  • Job
“I've been going to Mike's since 1997 he's a great mechanic I've been with him through five cars this is my six car that I'm with him he's the best when I met him he told me I'm not about your pockets I'm about seeing that you ride safe and I've been ...”
In Business Since 2000
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
3739 West Rosecrans Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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Dan Smog Test Center

Dan Smog Test Center

(47)
“This place is a great place fast and excellent customer service I highly recommend price was also affordable I went during special hours would definitely bring my other vehicles here thanks alot.”
13332 Prairie Ave # A, Hawthorne, CA
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Express Auto Service

Express Auto Service

(11)
  • Team
  • Oil
  • Tire
“I brought my car in for some issues it was having and they fixed it quickly and didn't overcharge for anything like some other mechanics will sometimes do.”
In Business Since 1990
BBB Rating: A+
Torrance, CA · 6 mi from Hawthorne
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T & D Auto Center

T & D Auto Center

(35)
  • Price
  • Fair
  • Opinion
“Don't expect the dealer treatment in terms of topping off fluids, checking tire pressure & such bc they are a small shop that does the work needed with great care but extras cost $$ & dealers have that overhead”
In Business Since 2001
11700 S Inglewood Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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Europa Motors

Europa Motors

(30)
  • Mechanic
  • Job
  • Price
“I took my 2006 ML350 4 Matic with a bad noise coming from the front diff, They diagnosed the cause of the problem and offered me 3 diffrent estimates based on 3 diffrent scenarios to fix it since this was a big job, and we both agreed on the best an...”
13124 S Inglewood Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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G & D Smog Check

G & D Smog Check

(27)
  • Price
“I've been here three times always great friendly fast service goes above and beyond to make sure your car is good to even test before testing you've tried the rest come to the best”
In Business Since 2014
11862 Prairie Ave Suite C, Hawthorne, CA
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Mobile Mechanic Pros

Mobile Mechanic Pros

(10)
  • Price
  • Fair
  • Phone
“Daniel took the time to explain his findings to me in a clear and concise manner, highlighting both the strengths and potential issues of the vehicle.”
In Business Since 2021
11505 S Inglewood Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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Jesus Auto Service

Jesus Auto Service

(23)
  • Prices
  • Mechanic
“Excellent work, the mechanics are very organized, they are professionally trained to do their work, very good customer service, ample parking and the area is very safe and very clean, I live in the San Fernando Valley and I took you to do your transm...”
In Business Since 2001
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
13111 S Inglewood Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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Noels Complete Auto Repair

Noels Complete Auto Repair

(22)
  • Price
  • Quality
  • Engine
“From routine maintenance to more complex repairs, and engine replacement on my Volvo xc90, the team at Noels Complete Auto Repair has consistently gone above and beyond to keep my vehicle in top condition.”
13004 Prairie Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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Rainbow Auto Smog & Repair

Rainbow Auto Smog & Repair

(21)
  • Mechanic
  • Price
  • Check
“Their smog tests are quick and the oil changes are great too I recommend this place 5/5 my dad and I have been coming here for all our vehicles smog tests and as for me an oil change and another one soon”
In Business Since 1998
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
13738 S Inglewood Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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Imports Performance

Imports Performance

(21)
  • Price
“Also I sent somebody over there who was told they needed their brakes replaced and it was going to cost $300 and when this person went to Imports Performance they said that their brakes were fine and they did not need any repair.”
Lawndale, CA · 2 mi from Hawthorne
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Nelson's Auto Repair / Smog Check

Nelson's Auto Repair / Smog Check

(14)
  • Vehicle
  • Price
“I had to stop by quickly before work one morning and they made the time at their earliest opening to complete the Smog.”
In Business Since 2000
13309 S Inglewood Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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Euro Auto Repair

Euro Auto Repair

(11)
  • Mechanic
“I was in and out quickly, and Ted was a total pro who had a great handshake.”
In Business Since 2000
12401 Prairie Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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Econo Auto Repair

Econo Auto Repair

(9)
“He's fair he's honest and gives you options, you want cheap he can do it, but keep in mind that cheap prices give you cheap materials and you'll have to replace that part sooner rather than later.”
In Business Since 1992
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
13332 Prairie Ave, Hawthorne, CA
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What customers say about stations in Hawthorne

  • “Not only was it fast and affordable but he was also friendly and really helpful with answering questions and knowing about 1st time registration stuff.” — customer of Dan Smog Test Center
  • “Can’t recommend Kenny enough. I’ll be using him for all smog tests from now on.” — customer of Smog Express Test Only
  • “This is my smog spot! You are in and out with no hassle.” — customer of The Smogfather
  • “Smog checks are a chore, but going to The Smogfather is painless.” — customer of The Smogfather

Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.

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