California DMV requires vehicles to pass a smog inspection every two years. Hollywood Auto Center is a certified Smog Test & Repair station that has been providing professional, accurate and speedy inspections, since 2007.
Licensed & Certified
Smog Test and Repair Station
We are a California certified Smog Test and Repair Station in North Hollywood California. As a Smog Test and Repair station we are licensed to smog your vehicle and also perform necessary repairs. We have been servicing the North Hollywood area for over a decade offering professional, accurate, and quick smog check solutions.
When do I need a Smog Check?
Most vehicles in California are required to pass a smog check every two (2) years in order to complete a registration renewal. Your DMV Registration Renewal Notice will indicate if your vehicle needs a smog check. You may take your vehicle to any smog check station. However, some vehicles will need to be taken to a STAR station only. Your renewal notice will indicate this if necessary.
What do I need to bring?
For the purpose of renewing your vehicle registration, you will only need to bring your vehicle, the DMV renewal notice and some form of accepted payment.
What happens during a Smog Check?
During a smog check, our licensed technician will connect your vehicle to equipment which also connects to the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR). Once the testing is completed, the results are then electronically transmitted to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). We will provide you with a Vehicle Inspection Report (VIR) which you should keep for your records.
When your vehicle passes the smog test, you may continue your registration with the DMV.
Partnership
Dealer Discounts
We partner with used car dealers, taking care of all the smog requests with monthly billing and complimentary pick-up / drop-off services.
Smog Test
Didn’t Pass?
If you choose to have your vehicle diagnosed and repaired you are welcome to bring it in to our licensed repair shop. After the repairs are completed, you may have your vehicle re-tested at our Smog Station.
Eligible consumers may receive up to $1,200 in emissions-related repairs at a STAR test-and-repair station if their vehicle fails its biennial Smog Check inspection.
For more information go to Consumer Assistance Program
Eligible consumers may receive either $1,500 or $1,000 to retire their operational vehicle at a BAR-contracted dismantler site.
For more information go to Consumer Assistance Program
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Why Choose Us?
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Hollywood Auto Center
LA’s Preferred Auto Repair Shop
*Warranty is for parts/labor for 1 Year or 12K Miles. Towing service to Hollywood Auto Center and by appointment only
Took my 2006 Ford Ranger to get serviced over at Hollywood Auto Center. What a great team. Everyone is so friendly, prices are great. Very honest mechanic shop. I will be back to see the fella’s at HAC for all my repairs.
Arsen D.
Glendale, CA
All of our cars have been serviced here and we continue to bring them back if any issues arise. The service is always impeccable and the entire staff are easy-going. I highly recommend coming here for any auto-body repair needs!
Gabie L.
Southlake, TX
I’ve been going to Ruben for about 6 years in Glendale at his previous location, his customer service, honesty and friendliness was a must followed to North Hollywood. Ruben is very professional and his prices are reasonable. The new location is very welcoming, a waiting…
Magdalena P.
Glendale, CA
We’ve been coming to Ruben for years. We even followed him from his old place right near our house and now drive pretty far to the north Hollywood spot. He’s worth it, always honest and goes above and beyond. The secret is to drop off…
Kelly D.
Los Angeles, CA
It’s hard to have a good time buying a used car, but Anthony and the rest of the team made it a great experience and we are so happy with our 93″ Volvo 240. The mechanics were super helpful fixing the small details and they…
Kate K.
Los Angeles, CA
What can I say hands down this dealership has to be the best experience I ever had when purchasing a car. The salesperson I dealt with was awesome, wouldn’t ask for a better sales rep. Want to give a huge thanks to Ashley, she took…
Paulo B.
North Highlands, CA