Palmdale Smog Check is a California STAR-Certified licensed smog check facility conveniently located in Palmdale, California. We provide comprehensive emissions testing services for a wide range of vehicles, including cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, and even RVs. Our services also extend to Hybrid and Diesel vehicles. Our...

Brakes are one of those things you seldom give a second thought to. You step on the brake pedal and your car stops. The process is so simple, that we tend to fall into the habit of taking our brakes for granted. The problem with brakes...

We’ve all heard that we should get our car serviced but not all of us know when this should happen or what the servicing actually entails. The general rule of thumb for most cars is that they should be seen by a mechanic about once a...

When it comes to vehicles and their annual emissions test, California doesn’t take failure lightly. Your vehicle has to pass the test in order to stay on the road. The idea is that not only does the strict emissions test help reduce smog, but it...

Before you take your car in for a smog check, is there anything you can do to give it a better chance of passing? The obvious answer is to make sure your car is running well in the first place. A well-maintained car, with all...

Yes, you will need to pass smog again. It is mandatory for all used vehicle transfers in California. You can ignore the seller's renewal notice because it doesn't apply to you. The seller was responsible to get it done prior to sale, but often they neglect to...

What is Smog Check? The Smog Check Program is an important part of the State's efforts to improve the air we breathe. Smog Check inspections are designed to identify vehicles with excess emissions so they can be properly repaired. The Program has greatly reduced air pollution...

“Smog Check Required” There’s that pesky notice from the DMV again. We realize it’s a hassle to fit it into your busy life…but it has to be done! That is why our Palmdale Smog center strives to make your visit as easy, quick and pleasant as...

Knowing how to handle a car breakdown is half the battle (the other half, getting your car fixed, comes later). Here we explain how to stay safe in 8 easy steps — especially when your car breaks down in a not-so-convenient location. The first few minutes...

No one wants to fail a smog check test. The pain of going in once is enough, let alone having to repeat the test twice, simply for a small mistake. However, the fear of failing is always there. What if your car does not pass?...