Full-service auto repair and a STAR-certified SMOG station under one roof. Oil changes, brakes, engine diagnostics, tires, and alignments — plus smog checks in and out in 20 minutes. Book online in seconds.
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Oil changes, brakes, engine diagnostics, tires, alignments, and general repair — all done in-house by certified technicians. Plus a STAR-certified SMOG station for regular checks, gross-polluter retests, and change-of-ownership smogs.
Full-service oil change with premium filters. Synthetic, conventional, and high-mileage options. Complimentary multi-point inspection.
Pads, rotors, calipers, and hydraulic system service. Free brake inspection with every service. Front or rear.
Check engine light, drivability issues, and computer diagnostics. Our techs read every OBD-II code and explain the fix in plain English.
STAR-certified station. Regular SMOG checks, gross-polluter retests, out-of-state, and change-of-ownership. DMV certificate filed instantly. In and out in 20 minutes.
New tires, rotations, balancing, and 4-wheel alignments. All major brands stocked.
Suspension, steering, exhaust, A/C, transmission, clutch, fuel systems, and more. All work backed by warranty.
BAR-licensed, STAR-certified, and dialed in for both smog work and full-service auto repair. One shop, one visit, everything your car needs.
State-licensed by the Bureau of Automotive Repair and STAR-certified for gross-polluter retests. Verified license, no surprises.
Your smog certificate is filed electronically with the DMV before you leave. No paperwork to mail, no waiting.
Drop in during business hours or book online in 30 seconds. Most smog checks take under 20 minutes, start to finish.
Written estimates before we start work. A real person picks up the phone. We tell you what needs fixing now, what can wait, and what it'll cost.
Not sure if we handle your car? Yes — we do. From daily commuters to weekend classics, gas to diesel to hybrids, we've got the tools and the certifications to keep you on the road.
Every mainstream U.S. brand. Full smog, oil, brakes, diagnostics, tires, and repair. Same shop, one visit.
Diesel emissions testing for light and medium-duty diesel trucks and vans. STAR-certified, DMV-ready.
Prius, RAV4 Hybrid, Escape Hybrid, and every plug-in — smog + service the way the manufacturer specs.
Pre-2000 gas vehicles need smog too. We know the older engines and we know how to pass them.
Drop in during business hours or book ahead to skip the line. We're right on Encinitas Blvd, just off I-5.
Pricing posted right here. State-mandated $8.25 certificate fee added at checkout per California law — only paid if your vehicle passes.
| Standard car | $70–80 + $8.25 state cert fee |
| Diesel | Same as standard OBD-II protocol |
| Hybrid / EV | Same as standard Visual + OBD-II only |
| Pre-1996 | $70–90 Tailpipe-only protocol |
| Retest after fail | FREE within 30 days (STAR program) |
| Diagnostic | $85–150 Waived if you proceed with repair |
| Repair work | Written estimate Approved before any work — no surprises |
$8.25 certificate fee is state-set and only paid if your vehicle passes. Failed tests have inspection fee only. Grab our $5-off coupon at the top of this page.
Most-asked questions from Encinitas customers. If yours isn't here, call us and we'll walk you through it.
Regular smog checks are competitive with the area. Diesel and gross-polluter retests are a bit more due to the extra equipment. Grab our $5-off coupon at the top of the page before you come in.
Nope — walk-ins are welcome any time we're open. Booking online just skips the line and locks in your spot, but it's not required.
Most smog checks are in and out in 20 minutes. Diesel and gross-polluter retests take a bit longer. Your certificate is filed with the DMV before you leave.
Your DMV renewal notice if you have one, plus the vehicle. That's it. Payment is due at time of service — we take cash, cards, and Apple Pay.
Both. We're a full-service auto repair shop AND a STAR-certified smog station. Oil changes, brakes, engine diagnostics, tires, alignments, transmission, A/C — one shop, one visit.
Yes. We diagnose the failure, fix it in-house, and re-smog it. Because we're STAR-certified, we can retest gross-polluter vehicles that other shops can't.
Gas cars 1976 and newer need smog every 2 years (with some exceptions for cars less than 8 years old). If you're not sure, call us — we'll check your VIN.
Yes, we work with every major insurance carrier. We handle the paperwork and communicate with your adjuster so you don't have to.
Not near Encinitas? Our sister shops cover most of Southern California — same care, same standards.