The questions we hear most from Paso Robles and wine country residents.
We perform OBD-II smog inspections on 2002 and newer gasoline vehicles, and 1998 and newer diesel vehicles. If your vehicle is older than these model years, it requires a different type of smog inspection (BAR-97 or TSI) that we do not offer. You can find stations that test older vehicles by searching the Bureau of Automotive Repair's STAR station locator.
Varies by vehicle. Call (805) 853-2164 for a quick quote or stop by for exact pricing.
About 15 minutes for the test, under 25 total.
No — walk-ins welcome. Book online for guaranteed timing.
Yes — we're the closest Porcher family shop. San Miguel is about 10 minutes north, Shandon about 25 minutes east on the 46. For everyone north and east of Paso, we're your closest full-service option.
If it's 1998 or newer and under 14,000 lbs gross vehicle weight, yes. Older diesels (1997 and prior) are exempt. We handle diesel inspections daily — they're common in Paso's wine and ag economy.
Yes — fleet programs with consistent pricing, centralized billing, and the ability to control which services drivers can have performed. Whether you have 3 vehicles or 30, we set up an account tailored to your operation.
A California smog inspection before the DMV registers your vehicle. Welcome to wine country — come see us on Oak Hill Road and we'll handle it.
Fully electric — no. Plug-in hybrids and standard hybrids still need testing.
We explain the cause and repair it here. Full Multicare facility — fix, re-test, done.
Yes. Get diagnosed and fixed first. We handle diagnostics here.
California's Consumer Assistance Program offers up to $1,200 repair help or $1,500 for vehicle retirement. Visit bar.ca.gov.