Western Edge Auto Center
“The team are awesome they'll tell you what you need to get your vehicle running like new, I always go there with my 2014 Acadia.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Palmdale, CA
21 stations listed · all 21 in Palmdale · 17 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
Rocco's Honda & Acura Specialists
“I have been so happy so far and I recommend him to anyone especially women as we tend not to know much about cars and we are vulnerable.”
A V Smog Center and Auto Repair
“Very knowledgeable center and did an amazing job on my wife's van did not over price for the work and very honest and upfront will always go here for work I need done on my vehicles.”
Affordable Tire
“They gave me a great price on an in-stock tire and wasted no time getting it onto the rim to test it.”
Elite Car Care
“His team installed my radiator and no problems, occurs after the repair”
Smog Check Palmdale & AC
“This was the fastest I've been in and out for a SMOG check in my life.”
Listed for drivers in and around Palmdale, CA, these 21 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: Palmdale, CA
All 21 stations we list here are in Palmdale itself. We have 22 stations in Palmdale on file; this page shows the highest-rated 21. The stations on this page are rated from 4.1 to 4.9 across 5,241 reviews; 15 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "price" and "honest". 17 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 1 shows a license on its website; 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 36 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 11 of the stations on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 2 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.
Which shops listed for Palmdale test on Saturdays or Sundays?
Weekend testing is on offer at 17 of the 21 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.
VIP Smog
“Best smog shop ever mario the young guy that works there he took good care of me very friendly and great service I was in and out in less than 20 minutes I will highly recommend this place best prices”
California Smog Check Center
“Over the next three weeks time we took our rig back to Tim three times to re-check it, and he was always happy to do it with a smile and was so nice about it, and he didn't charge us.”
Smog Check in Palmdale
“100% recommend, most local smog shops cost up to $70 however this shop only costs $40 with a coupon, the check was rather quick only lasting a max of 20 minutes.”
San Marcos Smog Check
“I have been goimg here faithfully for years due to the high quality and attention to detail given to my cars.”
Smog All 1
“It was my first time at their establishment today and in 100 degree weather and they greeted me with cold water and smog my car relatively quickly.”
Palmdale Auto Services
“It was great full, specialy the attentione of the owner is place full...”
A V Test Only Center
“Always a Great experience when I have my vehicles inspected by Paco the owner and certified inspector.”
J's Brakes & Auto Repair
“No hidden fees, and they know that your car is important to you so they get it back to you in a reasonable amount of time.”
All Pro Auto Repair
“Good mecanic here in the area of palmda ca.”
6th Street Smog Test Only
“Jesse is a great person and it shows how professional he is with your car!”
Smog Express
“We have had all of our cars repaired by him and his team for over 10 years.”
Mojave Smog Test Only
Smog All Ii
“A little later when their specialist returned I was able to get excellent advice about what I have to do to pass the smog (although they were waiting to take their lunch break, they took the time to help me out) thank you”
Smog All III
“No other smog shop will do this extra legwork to ensure that they're not just taking your money to fail you on little things that are easily missed over the years.”
Smog by Ez
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about stations in Palmdale
- “I appreciate their candor that allowed me to stay in budget and get the work done in a timely manner.” — customer of Western Edge Auto Center
- “I needed a smog in the least amount of time and they got me in and out in less than 10 mins and had amazing customer service.” — customer of VIP Smog
- “My issues are gone. I would highly recommend this place to anyone that needs smog or electrical work.” — customer of A V Smog Center and Auto Repair
- “Quick and courteous service. I didn’t have to leave my car and it is the best price in the valley.” — customer of VIP Smog
- “Melissa and her team in the front office were cheerful, helpful, and explained everything clearly and carefully.” — customer of Western Edge Auto Center
Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.
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