Richmond Star Smog
“Got me in and out of there in no time at all.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Richmond, CA
15 stations listed · 13 in Richmond · 11 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Advanced Smog
“There wasn't a line when I arrived, and the smog check was very fast, probably about 10 to 15 minutes.”
Ben's Auto Repair
“They diagnosed the problem and fixed it promptly for a fair price.”
Smog Express
“Even with a few cars ahead of you, you're out of there quickly.”
Star Smog Express
“Everything went by quick maybe in like 15 minutes, and I didn't have to pay a lot for a smog check, just about $100.”
Superior Smog & Registration Services
“You have some l choice in Richmond for reliable and affordable Smog Test places but this place lives up to its name as truly SUPERIOR.”
Listed for drivers in and around Richmond, CA, 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: Richmond, CA
Of the 15 stations we list here, 13 are in Richmond itself and 2 come from Berkeley (1, 6 mi) and San Rafael (1, 10 mi). The stations on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 2,189 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "price" and "honest". 11 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 5 websites of the stations on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2009. 2 are family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 9 of the stations on this page; 4 publish a contact page and 3 list a public email. 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 Richmond?
Inside your own state, yes. 13 of the 15 shops here are in Richmond 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.
Narasaki Automotive and Marine
“I recently discovered this place, I am so excited to have found a good mechanic!”
Auto Karma TT
“I went to do an oil change and the service was done really fast and at a fair price.”
Gv Automotive Inc
“He took good care of my car by changing altenator & belt.”
Juan's Auto Repair
“He was very courteous took this time, will definitely be back.”
Sam Auto Express
“Owner is real nice and Smog test are less expensive than others”
A&A Auto Body Shop
“Very professional quick turn around definitely recommend”
Los Primos Smog
Auto Repair Specialist
“Friendly and accurate diagnostic Lynsey and Yve run this business as family business I will brings all my cars in the future .”
Autometrics
“They stand behind their repair and service work and their work has always been of a high caliber!”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about stations in Richmond
- “This shop definitely deserves all 5 stars, Vince is super friendly ,knowledgeable and we experience the best customer service in town, highly recommended Vince whenever you need a smog check!” — customer of Richmond Star Smog
- “The person who helped me was very kind, he took the time to explain to me step by step, I will definitely come back here to do the smog in my cars.” — customer of Star Smog Express
- “Most professional/ honest smog and repair shop! I highly recommend Advanced Smog.” — customer of Advanced Smog
- “Fast, friendly service at a reasonable price. I've come back here each time I need a smog certification and they are consistently helpful and friendly.” — customer of Smog Express
- “This place was friendly and quick. The kind and knowledgeable worker did my smog and I was back on the road in 10 minutes!” — customer of Richmond Star Smog
Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.
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