California Smog Check Resource

Online Smog Check is an online resource to help California motorists pass their emissions tests. This site contains smog check tips, frequently asked questions on emission testings, and a complete listing of smog check stations in California.

Site Guide

Smog Check Information

The site provides information on the California smog check or emissions tests. What's the difference between a test only and a regular smog check? Find out in our FAQ page. Read comments shared by our community of motorists from across California for priceless tips and information.

Station Listing

Use the site to search for the nearest smog check station. Online Smog Check has the complete listing of all smog check stations in California. Search by city or zip code then filter by the type: test only, regular test and repair, or Gold Shield. Many of the stations listed offer smog check coupons and discounts available only here.

Station Reviews

Read and leave reviews of smog check stations. Not all smog checks are the same. These reviews give valuable information about the service, cost, and reliability of the station. You can then make an informed decision on where to take your vehicle for your emissions test.

Most Recent Posts

How to Turn Off the Check Engine Light

September 2, 2011

Your vehicle will automatically fail the smog check if the check engine light is on so before you bring the car to the smog check station, you must first fix the problem that is making the light turn on in … Continue reading →

New DMV Website

September 2, 2011

California Department of Motor Vehicles has a new website design. The new look is definitely a better user experience. The pages are easier to navigate and the overall flow of the new site is much improved compared to the old … Continue reading →

Smog Check Requirements

September 2, 2011

A smog check is required for all vehicles except for electric, hybrid, motorcycle, trailer, 1975 or older gas powered vehicle, diesel powered vehicle manufactured prior to 1998 or with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 14,000 lbs, … Continue reading →

Smog Check Discounts

Testimonials

Excellent service at this station and your service was great too!
Jack in San Francisco - Jun 1
Thanks for such a great service -- everything was quick and easy. Great job!
Alicia in Berkeley - Aug 17
I failed the first time because of my check engine light so make sure yours is off before you go. I took care of it, got a free retest and passed. Thanks.
Sean in Santa Ana - Mar 24
It was a great experience. This was the first time I have ever made an appointment and paid for it online. Everything went so smooth. I take care of my 25 mos old grandson we went in he was ready for us we were in and out in no time. I will do it again.
Dorothy in San Jose - Sep 18
This is exactly the kind of service that I love seeing the internet used for - it's local, community based and works to help the environment.
Erin in Fremont - May 20
I found the whole experience to be very good. I made the appt an hour before I needed to be there. Then went just drove over there and got it done. It was as positive experience and I would do it again and would also advise others to use the service.
Richard in Irvine - Apr 7
This was my first time using OnlineSmogCheck.com and it was excellent. I logged in, searched for a Smog Check station, made the appointment, drove to the test-only station which was 15 minutes away, and got my car smog checked within one hour.
Jesse in Torrance - May 7
No problems, it was fast and easy. Thanks!
Lauren in Berkeley - Aug 13
Great shop. Nice guy. Will use again
Jeff in Mira Loma - Apr 16
In a single word - great, even if I hadn't passed. Perhaps one of the cleanest, well ran shop I have seen in some time, if ever. The service mechanic was waiting for my arrival and greeted me promptly, starting prior to my appointment. Finding your service on the Web was simple and easy.
Mark in Fremont - Jun 7
The site is definitely cool. The whole process was easy.
Chung in Stanton - Mar 3
Everything went smoothly. The smog station was clean and efficient and attendant was friendly. It was convenient to be able to see pricing and locations on your website and pre-pay to avoid having to do so at the station. All in all a great service and experience.
Eric in Los Gatos - May 19
The web site is great. I will use it again. The technician was fast and friendly. I was done in 20 minutes.
Will in Rancho Cucamonga - Mar 27
You guys were great and I appreciate the quick appointment on-line.
Hal in San Francisco - Aug 31
The person who answered the phone when I was lost, actually called me back on my cell phone to help me get to the smog check destination. I would recommend this site to my friends and coworkers.
Patricia in Irvine - Mar 28
Fast with a friendly attitude.
Lauren in Costa Mesa - Mar 26
OnlineSmogCheck helped me find a great shop. I can't believe how fast these guys were. I didn't even get a chance to wait in the waiting room.
Connie in San Bernadino - Mar 31
Service was prompt; the attendant was very courteous and professional. My appointment time was honored and I was back to work in 40 minutes. I am very impressed with OnlineSmogCheck. I will recommend it to my friends.
Wes in Fullerton - Apr 3
Using onlinesmogcheck.com was fast and easy. The experience with the smog check station was the same. I got there right on time and he took my car immediately. Within 15 - 20 minutes I was done and on my way. I will definitely use this service again in the future.
Maria in San Francisco - Aug 20
I was happy with everything. I was in and out in lessrnthan 20 minutes, the price was low, and the stationrnattendant was very helpful. I liked having all thernpayment and most of the paperwork done in advance andrnwill definitely use the site again.
Laura in San Bernardino - Jun 28
The web site was easy to use and made it easy for me to decide where to go. The smog check went smooth.
Jennifer in San Jose - Apr 11
This service rocks! I made my appointment online, showed up to the location a few minutes late and the owner was very nice. I was promptly served and I was out of there in 15 minutes! From my experience, you choose good vendors to partner with and I am very happy with my experience.
Victor in Sherman Oaks - Aug 6
Great website, great service! Will use again!
Rudy in Rancho Cucamonga - May 4
Making an appointment saved me a lot of time and I was able to find a place very close to me.
Estelle in Lake Forest - Feb 28
Great experience -- I had to get some repair work done on my car before it would pass, and the guys at Online Smog Check and also at the smog check station were very flexible and helpful. Thanks so much!
Jennifer in San Francisco - Sep 1
I got right in and Ron, the mechanic, was very professional. Thanks
John in Lake Forest - Jun 21
Station was clean. It had a nice waiting room and I was done in 20 minutes.
George in Costa Mesa - Mar 16
I thought the whole thing was great - it is easy and quick and the guys at the shop were fast.
Gordon in San Francisco - May 30
I was very satisfied with my service both at the station and on the website. Doing this online was very convenient and I doubt I would have located a station so close by if I hadn’t used the site.
Mark in Hollywood - May 3
I had a very nice experience! The gentleman who did the check was extremely courteous, pleasant and helpful, and the whole process only took about 15 minutes from start to finish. I would definitely use this service again!
Nichole in North Hollywood - Sep 7
The website was easy to navigate. I made my appointment and paid online. When I got there Saturday (15 minutes late!), the owner was very nice and moved things along. I will certainly use this service again.
Ellen in Walnut Creek - Jun 25
Like most, I was forced by the DMV for a smog check. I found a great smog place on this site. Friendly, professional, and fast.
Greg in Orange - Mar 21
It was easy and efficient signing up at the website. It was a pleasant experience at the Smog Check station. Both guys who helped were friendly, courteous and knowledgeable. It was such a good experience, in addition to timely that I returned with my mom's car. I definitely will tell others...
Luana in Huntington Beach - Jul 10
After reading the other reviews, I was very excited to have an appointment for my smog check. I've called a few shops and they did not have any available appointment slots. I found the perfect time right after work, and drove to the station where the smog guy was waiting for me. Thanks again onlinesmogcheck!
Charles in Irvine - Mar 8
Great expierence. I will recommend this to my friends and family.
Connie in Santa Ana - Apr 13
Thank you so much, very convenient and quick.
Arthur in San Jose - May 29
No waiting in line, quick, easy, and efficient appointment and payment process. Terrific!
Richard in Sherman Oaks - Aug 4
OnlineSmogCheck saved me. My DMV car renewal was due that day. They helped me make an appointment that day, an hour later. Even the technician was waiting for me. I passed, went down to the DMV, and took care of everything in one day. Thanks guys!
Miguel in Rancho Cucamonga - Mar 12
It was a positive experience overall. The staff at the station were courteous and prompt, and the job was done quickly and efficiently. The online registration and appointment process went well. Overall, a very positive experience. Thank you!
Dave in Mountain View - May 9
This site is great. It was easy to make an appointment. I received emails to remind me. The shop technician is thorough and super friendly. Thank you.
Nancy in Anaheim Hills - Apr 19
Smog Checks were always a hassle for me. But with this site, I was able to find a reliable place close to work. I had a great experience with OnlineSmogCheck.com
Danny in Los Angeles - Mar 7
I wish I knew about this site earlier. It is very handy and helped me a lot.
Mary in San Jose - Apr 28
I liked the service very much. In particular I liked the convenience of finding a smog check station near my home, being able to make the appointment from home, and not having to wait when I arrived at the station. I also liked the email reminders. Keep up the good work.
Paul in San Francisco - May 18
I didn't have to wait and the service was great. And I passed! Thanks.
Joseph in Irvine - Apr 13
Thanks! I will remember your company if I have to do this again.
Janet in Irvine - Mar 20
Onlinesmogcheck is great. I hate to rush things so making an appointment is perfect for me. They also sent me email reminders so I couldn't forget. Getting a smog check was never this easy. Thank you so much.
Laura in San Bernardino - May 1
There couldn't be any easier way to do a smog test! Although I didn't pass the first time around, rescheduling was easy and painless. I highly recommend OnlineSmogCheck to anyone looking for a no-hassle and convenient way to get smogged.
Brendan in Irvine - Jul 9
No complaints, great service.
Rich in San Jose - Sep 19
My experience at the station was excellent. The technician was very professional and courteous. He did a great job. I will be bringing our other company cars to him.
John in San Francisco - Apr 6
Super friendly service at the smog station. Even though smog checks are a drag, OnlineSmogCheck made it a breeze.
Robyn in Oakland - Apr 14
Fast, easy, hassle free like it says.
Mikey in Huntington Beach - Mar 16
The website is cute and the shop was super easy and fast.
Katie in Anaheim - Mar 23
I must say that that was the most pleasant experience I have ever had at ANY service station period. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Thanks for referring me to this place.
Danny in Huntington Beach - Apr 4
The experience in total, from scheduling to the shop visit, to testing was completely convenient. Wish I could have known about this service before now. I'll go through the smog check process using these tools from now on !
Mosden in Fremont - Jul 7
My experience was fine. The attendant was extremely courteous, and finished the process quickly and efficiently. I would definitely use online smog check, and that location again.
Kelly in Canoga Park - Jun 5
I am very pleased and satisfied with the services I received from the Smog Check Station. They were very courteous, very polite and very professional.
James in San Francisco - Jun 30
Technician was friendly and fast. I was out in 20 minutes.
Jon in Mountain View - Apr 9
It was very easy to schedule the appointment and the testing facility was good
Jim in San Jose - Jun 19
Everything went very smoothly. The attendant was pleasant and efficient - I was out in less than 20 minutes, and able to go back and complete the on-line renewal without a problem This is an excellent service - thank you!
Susan in San Jose - Jul 5
I was quite satisfied with the service I received this morning at the smog station. I was a few minutes early for my appointment. The gentleman who performed my smog test was pleasant and took my car right in ... I shall return the next time I am required to be tested ... no doubt next year.
Derald in Anaheim - Jul 9
Great Site! Great Service! Very Fast and Easy! Thanks!
Robert in Los Angeles - Apr 16
I was in and out in 20 minutes. A world’s record. Dealing with a shop that is competent and keeps a prompt appointment is the perfect combination.
Bill in Redwood City - May 12
If it's time for your dreaded smog check, I recommend using OnlineSmogCheck. It was easy.
Alex in Santa Clara - Apr 25
I was extremely pleased with the service. The minute I arrived the attendant took care of my smog check. He was very professional and courteous. I will definitely be recommending this station to all my family and friends!
Adelita in Canoga Park - Apr 23
I was very impressed. It was quick, efficient - and the online ease-of-use was exactly why I came in the first place.
Susan in Buena Park - Apr 3
The website and the service that I experienced with were superb! I am very happy with the service. Thank you very much.
Khoi in Torrance - May 11
The shop was clean and the tech finished the inspection in 15 minutes.
Steve in Huntington Beach - Mar 30
I received the fast and hospitable service. Thanks.
Dave in Irvine - Apr 27
The smog guy was really nice. I didn't need to wait and he finished the smog check really fast. The site is easy to use. I definitely recommend it.
Erin in San Francisco - Apr 17
The guy I called on the phone was great. He answered all of my questions about a smog check. I will definitely use this again.
Kim in Irvine - Mar 17
I liked that the smog test station was able to see me right when I arrived, was fast, efficient, and I got out in less than 20 minutes.
Ross in San Jose - Sep 7
Awesome service. I can't ask for more.
Brian in Irvine - Apr 20
I have to say we loved the service. The ease of setting it up and paying for it online was wonderful. I'll be sure to bookmark this page for my next vehicle. Thank you so much for your service.
Karen in San Jose - May 14
Just got back from the smog check. Pretty painless. Thanks guys!
Crystal in Rowland - Mar 19

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