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Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Modesto, CA

24 stations listed · all 24 in Modesto · 15 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+ · 4 show a license

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McCoy Passenger Tire Co

McCoy Passenger Tire Co

(46)
“I can't remember anyone's name but I listened to him talk to a guy who went on and on about the best tires and he never lost patience he definitely knew his stuff and searched endlessly to get the guy the tires he desired.”
BBB Rating: A+
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 1949
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
3333 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA
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Stanislaus Smog

Stanislaus Smog

(48)
“I love this place very reliable I wouldn't take my car for repairs to anyone else Steve is honest and knowledgeable I highly recommend Stanislaus Smog”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Check, Debit
In Business Since 2011
1400 N 9th St #25, Modesto, CA
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Walkers Automotive

Walkers Automotive

(47)
“Luis is very knowledgeable and thorough when It comes to explaining details of recommended car repairs and I will continue servicing my vechicles here.”
Family Business
Licensed
Free Initial Consultation
Se Habla Español
407 14th St, Modesto, CA
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Smogs Unlimited

Smogs Unlimited

(43)
“So I know there's only so much one can say in favor of a smog center, but having visited other locations in the past where staff were incredibly rude (including one smog center that inexplicably told me they don't do smogs??”
Licensed
In Business Since 2004
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
2133 Wylie Dr, Modesto, CA
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Speedway Smog Center

Speedway Smog Center

(46)
  • Honest
  • Coupon
  • Felt
“Came in with an issue another smog shop couldn't figure out and speedway was able to take care of it quickly and easily, thank you to Jim there 👍🏼 …”
BBB Rating: A+
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2005
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Cash
141 E Orangeburg Ave, Modesto, CA
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Freedom Smog

Freedom Smog

(42)
  • Military
  • Vehicles
  • Door
“In and out very fast.”
Licensed
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2017
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
830 Kansas Ave, Modesto, CA
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Area overview: Modesto, CA

All 24 stations we list here are in Modesto itself. We have 33 stations in Modesto on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The stations on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 3,488 reviews; 18 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "price", "fair" and "honest". 15 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. The services the stations on this page list most often on their websites are brakes (2), fuel injection (2) and oil change (2). 4 show a license on their websites; 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 7 websites of the stations on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2006. 2 give free estimates; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 13 of the stations on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 6 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the stations on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the station before you visit.

Data verified October 9, 2026

Listed for drivers in and around Modesto, 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.

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Smog Check Hut

Smog Check Hut

(44)
  • Polite
  • Dmv
  • Hands
“Over the years I've learned: One can get a pretty good understanding of a business, expectations, service levels and general experience -- from the character and nature of the owner.”
Licensed
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2005
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1455 Herndon Rd # 3, Modesto, CA
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Smog Check Unlimited

Smog Check Unlimited

(40)
“They helped me with a voucher from the county that covered the cost to fix an issue with my gas tank… Fast forward three months later I had an issue a minor leak and they took my car in under warranty and fixed the issue quickly!”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2006
325 Motor City Ct, Modesto, CA
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Mc Henry Smog Center

Mc Henry Smog Center

(47)
  • Money
  • Vehicles
  • Ford
“Kan is a good dude, my Ford excursion OBD2 was not communicating with the server, he told me what the problem usually is in that case, and it was he left the reader in the port, so I could make sure the problem was fixed before I came back.”
Family Business
25+ Years Experience
3536 McHenry Ave # B, Modesto, CA
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Performance Smog Inc

Performance Smog Inc

(50)
“Adam has work on my vehicles and is very honest I had a issue with my Jeep had to take to the California's smog board I took care the issues and took to Adam to smog it passed”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2010
1404 N Carpenter Rd STE A, Modesto, CA
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The Smog Shop

The Smog Shop

(48)
“Best smog shop really professional and friendly most of everything it's hard to find honest smog stations they cheat you to take their money and have you go back to them but this people are really honest I trust them and recommend them to everybody t...”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1999
Across From The DMV, 125 Burney St, Modesto, CA
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RM Automotive

RM Automotive

(31)
  • Job
  • Vehicles
  • Cost
“He gave me a great deal and was very friendly and professional.”
BBB Accredited
In Business Since 2010
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
336 Motor City Ct, Modesto, CA
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Smoggy Smog Check

Smoggy Smog Check

(49)
  • Vehicles
  • Fair
  • Name
“You can't put a price on the great service I received but the smog check is the cheapest in town with a inexpensive retest if you happen to fail like I have.”
1729 Yosemite Blvd, Modesto, CA
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Sam's Auto Repair

Sam's Auto Repair

(47)
“We have had some bad experiences with mechanics in this area since moving out here from the Bay, but he gave us an honest quote, did the work and even fixed some extra items.”
500 9th St N, Modesto, CA
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Cisneros Auto Service & Smog

Cisneros Auto Service & Smog

(47)
“Very thorough and I've always felt they were as honest as they should be.”
Accepts Debit
In Business Since 1997
2200 Crows Landing Rd, Modesto, CA
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Muratalla's Auto Repair

Muratalla's Auto Repair

(45)
“My car's engine light starting flashing on a friday night and because the next day was a saturday we were struggling to find a place that was open and could fit us in (my dad had a flight out of San Francisco that evening so it was an emergency).”
In Business Since 2010
630 6th St, Modesto, CA
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Brownies Service

Brownies Service

(45)
  • Truck
  • Catalytic Converter
  • Resonator
“A big thumbs up to Luis and his crew they did an excellent job on my 2015 Camaro SS they removed the stock mufflers and replaced them with Flowmaster performance mufflers the car sounds awesome thanks again Brownies you did great”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1954
614 9th St, Modesto, CA
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Robinson Autoworks

Robinson Autoworks

(19)
  • Truck
  • Mechanic
  • Vehicle
“Mc Coy and American Chevrolet could not figure out the issue, both said “nothing we can do” and put my family in a truck with a faulty brake master cylinder.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2007
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
2001 McHenry Ave ste 203, Modesto, CA
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Modesto Auto Smog & Repair

Modesto Auto Smog & Repair

(4)
“Great service provided, was a pleasure working with the owner.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1995
Free Initial Consultation
1001 5th St, Modesto, CA
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Car Pros 1

Car Pros 1

(32)
  • Vehicles
  • Owner
  • Prices
“I always recommend car pros to all my friends and family.”
801 Kearney Ave, Modesto, CA
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G n K Auto

G n K Auto

(23)
  • AC
  • Tires
  • Pressure
“Services Transmission, Air & cabin filter replacement, Tires, Steering & suspension repair, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Air conditioning, Brake service & repair, Battery, Oil change”
2915 Nicholas Way Ste c, Modesto, CA
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R&R Automotive

R&R Automotive

(18)
  • Integrity
  • Diagnose
  • Vehicle
“Due to my experiences, I have recommended several single moms to him who had perfect experiences, including safety first, then phasing in others as needed.”
In Business Since 2013
3424 Oakdale Rd Suit #8, Modesto, CA
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Green Auto Repair and Smog

Green Auto Repair and Smog

(15)
“Excellent service...”
829 5th St, Modesto, CA
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Akal Smog & Registration

Akal Smog & Registration

(10)
  • Smog Check
  • Prices
“They took a moment to explain the entire smog inspection process and answered any questions I had, ensuring I was well-informed before the inspection began.”
302 N 9th St, Modesto, CA
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Which shops listed for Modesto test on Saturdays or Sundays?

Weekend testing is on offer at 15 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.

What customers say about stations in Modesto

  • “From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere that immediately put me at ease.” — customer of Akal Smog & Registration
  • “Great customer service as well. Will be our go to place for our other vehicles.” — customer of Smoggy Smog Check
  • “The owners very knowledgeable and has gone the extra mile to help see that my cars pass smog.” — customer of Stanislaus Smog
  • “This is the kind of place that after you go you wonder why you ever went anywhere else.” — customer of Mc Henry Smog Center
  • “I love coming to Freedom Smog. You can count on the gentleman to be honest and affordable!” — customer of Freedom Smog

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