Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing near Kettering, OH

We have 3 stations in Kettering on file. Only the highest-rated make our list: 2 of them made it, along with 13 from towns including Dayton (5, 6 mi), Moraine (1, 3 mi) and Beavercreek (1, 4 mi).

8 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

USA Tire

USA Tire

4.7 83 reviews
“The whole SQUAD at USA Tire 🛞 🇺🇸 always goes above & beyond to get me in & out.”
Coupons & offersASE certifiedSince 1995Family-owned
1501 E Dorothy Ln
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Grace Tire & Auto Service

Grace Tire & Auto Service

4.9 59 reviews
“This place is amazing for car service, Dan and his workers are really good at what they do and they do services for a reasonable price, I recommend this place to everyone!!”
3128 Woodman Dr
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Dayton Tire & Auto Service Center

Dayton Tire & Auto Service Center

4.8 118 reviews
“They were quick to address my concerns, answer my questions, and didn't try to upsell me on things I didn't need.”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 1975Financing
Moraine, OH · 3 mi from Kettering
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Detroit Tire and Auto

Detroit Tire and Auto

4.8 119 reviews
“Had the tires I needed to work was done in a timely manner.”
Coupons & offersBBB accreditedSince 1949Financing
Xenia, OH · 11 mi from Kettering
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Carroll-Wuertz Tire Company

Carroll-Wuertz Tire Company

4.4 65 reviews
“Fast reliable service for both passenger vehicles and bigger commercial vehicles as well.”
Coupons & offersBBB accreditedSince 1952Family-ownedFinancing
Dayton, OH · 6 mi from Kettering
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Tire Express

Tire Express

4.8 74 reviews
“I provided my own small size lawnmower tires and Kyle put them on the rim quick and correct the price was great.”
Coupons & offersSince 1981Financing
Dayton, OH · 6 mi from Kettering
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Listed for drivers in and around Kettering, OH, 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: Kettering, OH

The 15 stations on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 4,092 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. 8 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 77 years. 4 offer financing; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 6 of the stations on this page; 5 publish a contact page; 5 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 use a station outside Kettering?

Inside your own state, yes. 2 of the 15 shops here are in Kettering 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.

Lindon Automotive LLC

Lindon Automotive LLC

5.0 46 reviews
“I'll be coming back for any future repairs and maintenance, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, honest service.”
BBB A+Since 2001
Beavercreek, OH · 4 mi from Kettering
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DJ Auto Repair

DJ Auto Repair

4.6 97 reviews
“Him and his father do a fantastic job and i will return here for all of my car needs.”
Dayton, OH · 6 mi from Kettering
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Ted's Automotive Shop

Ted's Automotive Shop

4.9 45 reviews
“Danny was quick to diagnose the problem, have the part delivered and installed in the same visit.”
Dayton, OH · 6 mi from Kettering
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MW Tires & Auto Services

MW Tires & Auto Services

4.5 62 reviews
“Brought my car they fixed it and if you have a problem after they fix your car, bring it back to them fix it.”
Dayton, OH · 6 mi from Kettering
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Second Street Automotive Repair

Second Street Automotive Repair

4.6 21 reviews
“Went there today to get my brakes fixed Becky did an amazing job great price very happy !”
BBB A+Since 2019
Miamisburg, OH · 8 mi from Kettering
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Woodman Automotive

Woodman Automotive

4.2 47 reviews
“Will recommend Woodman Auto highly and i will definitely be back for my car if anything ever happens to it...”
Centerville, OH · 5 mi from Kettering
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Fairborn Service

Fairborn Service

4.9 27 reviews
“This is where I take all my vehicles for everything.”
Since 1966
Fairborn, OH · 11 mi from Kettering
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Augustine Automotive South

Augustine Automotive South

4.9 23 reviews
“You are truly doing a great job Jin your ministry for the kingdom.”
Waynesville, OH · 10 mi from Kettering
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Greene County Powertrain Specialist

Greene County Powertrain Specialist

4.8 6 reviews
“Outstanding service at a good price.”
Bellbrook, OH · 6 mi from Kettering
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