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Lax Smog
- Nice Guy
- Certified
- Name
“I've been telling everyone to go here, it's not expensive and you are getting quality mechanics, who know and understand your needs and they really know their JOB.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Inglewood, CA
24 stations listed · 15 in Inglewood · 20 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Brea Test Only Center
- Price
- Technician
“I actually came here months ago, but I drove by just now and felt like leaving this review because this is the best and only place I would go to get a smog check.”
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United Tires
- Mechanics
- Human Being
- Oil
“These guys are truly helpful, very well mannered, they don't try to rip you off, very fast and cordial, they really help you out even if they can't do the job they'll guide you to where you need to go and do”
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American Smog Check Center
“I had come across his business when he was at a different location many years ago & had found him 1-2 years later when I needed a smog check done for my vehicle.”
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LA Smog Test Only Center
- Job
- Kindness
- Check
“Smogging probably isn't super fun, technically challenging work most of the time, but Jimmy keeps his business running through the grind and serves an important role in a city that would otherwise be as hazy as the old steel cities were.”
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Inglewood Test Only Smog Center
- Greeting
- Phone
- Check
“I have been going to this business for years.”
Listed for drivers in and around Inglewood, 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: Inglewood, CA
Of the 24 stations we list here, 15 are in Inglewood itself and 9 come from Hawthorne (8, 3 mi) and Redondo Beach (1, 7 mi). The stations on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 2,374 reviews; 13 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these stations on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (92%), professionalism (88%) and value (67%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "fair" and "honest". 20 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 45 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 11 of the stations on this page and 4 publish a contact page. 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 Inglewood test on Saturdays or Sundays?
Weekend testing is on offer at 20 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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Unismog
- Smog Check
- Price
“The technician was very professional and even though there were customers ahead of me,I was in and out with my smog & smog certificate all in about 30 min.”
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Newtech Automotive
- Mechanic
- Sell
- Fair
“Mike is top notch,he always explains what your vehicle needs before proceeding & will not let you talk yourself into thinking your vehicle needs more than it does...”
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Westcoast Complete Auto Care
- Honest
- Oil
- Upsell
“The most fastest cleanest oil change ever they really do good work here i recommend there service an fairly good reasonable prices I'll bring all my business here thanks West coast auto ...”
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Smog Express Test Only
“Strongly recommend this Smog Test shop⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐!!!”
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Oj Smog Check
- Honest
- Nice Guy
- Dad
“Excellent Service my mechanic recommended me Mr Robert Hall and I was very happy with everything especially with Jacob I will send all my family and friends.”
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Lion Smog Check Test Only
- Vehicle
- Price
“I am not the most knowledgeable person when it comes to cars, so I really appreciated his observations and suggestions for other things he noticed with my car (he just does smog, so it was nice to have a second neutral opinion since I don't trust my ...”
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Ladera Heights Auto Center & Radiator Service
- Honest
- Mechanics
- Money
“Very friendly very professional and honest people ,”
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T & D Auto Center
- Opinion
- Fair
- Driving
“I had a timing chain issue with my Land Rover, and they were able to replace it and some other parts like the water pump, serpentine belt, etc for a very reasonable price.”
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German Auto Repair
- Labor
- Price
“This is the only place I take my Volkswagen to excellent work very friendly they do a fantastic job I have a 1999 Volkswagen Passat and they keep it running it's over but I don't have a car note.”
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A2Z Smog Check & Test Only Station
- Price
- Vehicle
“Quick service, in and out in fifteen minutes; owner was friendly, gave me a couple pointers when I mentioned I'm from out of state and never had to do a smog check before.”
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Europa Motors
- Job
- Price
- Mechanic
“Once I walked in I knew I would like Europa is a rare business because they are organized, clean, neat, orders are extremely clear and customer service is excellent.”
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Egmotorworks
- Mechanic
- Job
- Fair
“They have always, ALWAYS, gone the extra mile for me and my family, their prices are always fair -- sometimes *better* than fair -- and their work is always done right.”
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Japanese Auto Tech
- Parks
- Prices
“Highly, highly recommend this auto shop When I bought my first used '05 Honda Civic Hybrid last year, I immediately looked up a Hybrid Auto Shop in my then town, Van Nuys.”
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Mobile Mechanic Pros
- Fair
- Phone
- Price
“When I called them, they offered me a fair price and they got the auto parts for me, which is really nice.”
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Jesus Auto Service
- Mechanic
- Prices
“My front wheels bearings were very bad that it would make loud tire noise along with actually being able to feel the tires stiffness and like vibration throughout the entire car.”
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The Shop
- Baby
“On an average day you'll see Porsche, Maserati, BMW, Audi, and other exotics represented at the shop which is a testament to the quality and reliability of the work done here.”
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Southern Cali Smog
- Price
“Friendly and affordable.”
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Rainbow Auto Smog & Repair
- Price
- Check
- Mechanic
“They did a smog check on my 77 chinook and it passed but when it needed work they don't work on old cars, totally disappointed but nice professional shop.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about stations in Inglewood
- “Professional, quick and reliable. My go-to place for smog checks on all of our vehicles.” — customer of Inglewood Test Only Smog Center
- “They always deliver fast, efficient service. The owner Jimmy is very, polite, professional and friendly.” — customer of LA Smog Test Only Center
- “Great place to get your smog done. Really polite & a great guy recommend 10/10.” — customer of Lax Smog
- “Good business in and out really fast and helps you get your car to pass smog telling you what to do.” — customer of Lion Smog Check Test Only
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