East Highland Auto Tech
“Many shops you filter through the front desk and never see or speak with mechanic....”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Highland, CA
15 stations listed · 10 in Highland · 9 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Highland Smog Check
“Their pricing is fair, and they explain everything clearly so you know exactly what's being done.”
Affordable Auto Service
“Been going to this place for a couple of years now and its always quick and professional.”
A1 Auto Repair & Smog
“Been going to Andy with my VWs since 2020 cheapest price around town and honest man.”
Alvarez Auto Services & Tires
“Very good ppl help me out when I got a flat”
IE Roadside
“He was quick to return my call, arrived when he said he would, and treated me with respect from the very beginning.”
Listed for drivers in and around Highland, CA, 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: Highland, CA
Of the 15 stations we list here, 10 are in Highland itself and 5 come from towns including San Bernardino (2, 8 mi), Loma Linda (1, 6 mi) and Running Springs (1, 8 mi). The stations on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 2,234 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. 9 are open on Saturdays. 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 2 websites of the stations on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 1 offers financing; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 8 of the stations on this page; 5 publish a contact page; 3 list 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.
Can I book a test online with shops listed for Highland?
2 of the 15 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.
Locky's Service Garage
“Good service, honest and very skillfully”
Advanced Car Care
“Jerry fixed my car and explain what was wrong and was at a fair price next to know that there is still great service out there”
B&L Auto Repair
“Bach the owner is super nice and friendly and just an over all helpful person.”
Eco Auto Smog Check
“The technicians are knowledgeable and friendly, my visit was fast and easy, they charged as advertised.”
Budget Transmissions
“Was able to get in and fixed same day in an emergency!”
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Eddie's Auto Care 2
“Jim is the man that is very honest and straight up to the point and is down to earth at the same time.”
Star Smog Pros Auto Repair
“They got my truck smog check completed little less than 15 minutes while I waited inside AC room.”
Felix Automotive Inc
“Ishmael did overall check on the car advising on any other issues I should know about and gave me timelines for services due/recommended.”
Action Auto Repair
“Scott, Jesse and the gang at Action Auto are always the best around and take suck great care of meand my family.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about stations in Highland
- “Amir was polite professional and fast. Had one customer in front of me and it took him 15 minutes to do my smog.” — customer of Affordable Auto Service
- “Alex is dependable, honest, and prompt. He has serviced several of our cars and our motor home.” — customer of IE Roadside
- “I wouldn't take my car anywhere else, the owner Roger is just great as are all his technicians.” — customer of East Highland Auto Tech
- “Great, fast service. Came in for a smog, and I'll be bringing another vehicle in for repairs.” — customer of A1 Auto Repair & Smog
- “Amir is very kind and helpful! I recommend that you get your car smog-tested here!” — customer of Affordable Auto Service
Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.
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