πŸ“ž (805) 853-2163 πŸ“ 495 E Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Mon–Sat 8am–6pm  |  Sun 9am–5pm
βœ“ Licensed by the Bureau of Automotive Repair

The Five Cities' Smog Check on Grand Ave

Right on East Grand Ave in the heart of Arroyo Grande β€” the smog check station for AG, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach, Oceano, Shell Beach, and everyone in between.

37+
Years on the
Central Coast
15 min
Average
Inspection Time
7 Days
Open Every
Day of the Week
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BAR Licensed
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Family Owned & Operated
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Walk-Ins Welcome
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Backed by Jiffy Lube
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Five Cities Trusted
Why the Five Cities Choose Us

Your Grand Ave Smog Station

One location on East Grand Ave serves the entire south SLO County area. No need to drive up to San Luis Obispo β€” we're right here in AG.

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Central to Everything

East Grand Ave connects AG to Grover Beach and the 101. Whether you're coming from the Village, off the freeway from Pismo, or up from Oceano, we're on the road you're already taking. Five minutes from almost anywhere in the Five Cities.

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Full Service, Not Test-Only

We're a complete Jiffy Lube Multicare facility. If your vehicle doesn't pass, we diagnose it, fix it, and re-test it right here β€” no second trip to a different mechanic across town.

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Small Town Service

Arroyo Grande still has that small-town feel where people know each other by name. Our shop runs the same way β€” friendly faces, honest work, and the kind of service where you're a person, not a number.

Simple Process

How Your Smog Check Works

1

Drive In or Book Ahead

Walk-ins welcome anytime. Or book online and we'll have a bay waiting β€” zero wait time, no surprises.

2

We Run the Inspection

Our technician connects to your vehicle's diagnostic system, runs the California-required emissions tests, and checks your components. About 15 minutes start to finish.

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Results Filed Electronically

Pass your smog check and we file the certificate with the DMV the same day β€” electronically. Renew your registration online from home. No DMV visit required.

Learn What to Expect β†’
Technician performing OBD-II emissions test
Built for the Five Cities

One Shop for the Whole Area

The Five Cities area doesn't have a ton of automotive options. We're here to be the reliable one β€” the shop your neighbors recommend.

Serving a Spread-Out Community

Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach, Oceano, Shell Beach β€” five distinct communities that share the same stretch of the Central Coast. Our East Grand Ave location sits right in the middle of it all, making us the natural choice whether you live beachside or inland.

No Trip to SLO Required

Some services force you to drive up the 101 to San Luis Obispo. Not smog checks. We handle everything right here in AG β€” test, repair if needed, re-test, and electronic filing with the DMV. Keep your errands local.

Our Services

Smog Check Services We Offer

Regular Smog Check

Standard biennial inspection for registration renewal. Most vehicles 1976 and newer need this every two years.

Change of Ownership

Selling or buying a vehicle? The seller must provide a valid smog certificate. Get it done before you list.

Out-of-State Transfer

New to the Central Coast from another state? California requires its own smog inspection before registration.

Initial Registration

First-time California registration β€” purchase, gift, or inheritance β€” requires a smog inspection.

Diesel Smog Check

Diesel vehicles have specific requirements. Our technicians are trained for diesel emissions inspections.

Gross Polluter Re-Test

Flagged as a gross polluter? We repair and re-test under one roof.

Ready for Your Smog Check?

Walk in or book ahead. East Grand Ave in AG β€” most inspections done in 15 minutes.

Common Questions

Smog Check FAQ

No β€” walk-ins are welcome anytime. Book online for a guaranteed time slot, but most walk-ins at our AG location are seen quickly.

About 15 minutes. Quick enough to fit between stopping at the Village and picking up groceries.

For our shops, yes β€” we're the Five Cities location. It's about 5 minutes from Grover Beach and 10 minutes from Pismo. The next closest Porcher family Jiffy Lube is up in San Luis Obispo or south in Santa Maria.

We explain the cause and can usually repair it right here. We're a full Multicare facility β€” fix the issue, re-test, and you're on your way.