Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Matthews, NC

15 stations listed · 7 in Matthews · 8 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Best Auto Repair Matthews

Best Auto Repair Matthews

4.7 47 reviews
“Excellent work and excellent service, thank you and I highly recommend you!”
Coupons & offers12-mo/12k-mi warrantySe habla españolFleet accountsSince 2011Family-owned
626 W Charles St
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Mr. Inspection

Mr. Inspection

4.8 47 reviews
“This is my third time being there over the years, they are the best inspection place in matthews.”
Since 1991BBB A+
8909 E Independence Blvd D
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CAR Complete Auto Repair

CAR Complete Auto Repair

5.0 43 reviews
“Best Mechanic around, I drive back to NC from out of state because the service here is that good.”
Since 2009
4014 Matthews-Indian Trail Rd
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Inspection Connection

Inspection Connection

4.8 48 reviews
“Nick is our Mint Hill Man to see when you need your Ride inspected in NC !”
Since 2012
Mint Hill, NC · 5 mi from Matthews
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Pro Tech Automotive

Pro Tech Automotive

4.8 15 reviews
“Awesome shop very knowledgeable great prices very friendly folks”
613 Stallings Rd Suite B
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J M Auto Services

J M Auto Services

5.0 10 reviews
“If you have a vehicle that no one else can diagnosis and repair, you should call Matt at JM Auto Services!”
Since 2011
3510 Smith Farm Rd
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Listed for drivers in and around Matthews, NC, 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: Matthews, NC

Of the 15 stations we list here, 7 are in Matthews itself and 8 come from towns including Charlotte (4, 9 mi), Pineville (2, 10 mi) and Indian Trail (1, 4 mi). The stations on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 3,098 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "price" and "diagnosis". 8 are open on Saturdays. 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 48 years. 2 give free estimates; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 9 of the stations on this page; 4 publish a contact page; 4 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 Matthews?

Inside your own state, yes. 7 of the 15 shops here are in Matthews 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.

1a Auto Inspections and Lube

1a Auto Inspections and Lube

5.0 1 review
“Had such a nice visit today with Joe and David.”
8909 E Independence Blvd suit F
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Williams Auto Repair

Williams Auto Repair

5.0 1 review
“Not only was professional and sufficient but also gave me a ride to pick up my car at shop as well recommended!!!!!”
8948 Scenic Dr
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Hi-Tech Automotive Pineville Inc.

Hi-Tech Automotive Pineville Inc.

4.6 44 reviews
“They quickly diagnosed a bad alternator baring, replaced the alternator, and had me back on the road as quick as they could.”
Coupons & offersFree consultationSince 2023
Pineville, NC · 10 mi from Matthews
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Mr Inspection

Mr Inspection

4.5 43 reviews
“Was in and out in 10 mins for my inspection these guys are great have been using this location for almost 20 years”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 2004Family-owned
Charlotte, NC · 9 mi from Matthews
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Nick's Auto Repair

Nick's Auto Repair

4.8 47 reviews
“The best workshop in Charlotte, efficient, and the best honest with all their work and guaranteed”
BBB A+Since 1987
Charlotte, NC · 9 mi from Matthews
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Good Tire

Good Tire

4.5 42 reviews
“Had a leak and they took me right in a fixed it in about 15 minutes”
BBB ASince 2012
Charlotte, NC · 9 mi from Matthews
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Book onlineBook
TTS Auto Service

TTS Auto Service

4.9 50 reviews
“I have found them to be efficient and give great service at a fair price.”
North Carolina inspection stationFleet accountsSince 1975Free consultationFamily-owned
Charlotte, NC · 9 mi from Matthews
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Hartis Automotive & Align Corporation

Hartis Automotive & Align Corporation

4.7 43 reviews
“I've been using Hartis Automotive for many years, and the only time I've ever been disappointed was when I took my vehicle somewhere else.”
BBB A+Since 2011
Indian Trail, NC · 4 mi from Matthews
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Only Inspections

Only Inspections

4.7 43 reviews
“I met Walter and him and his team have a great attitude, they actually look even under the car (many of the places I have taken my cars for inspections have not) and is streamlined and super fast”
Walk-ins welcomeBBB ASince 2018
Pineville, NC · 10 mi from Matthews
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