Smog Axis

Yes. Smog Axis is STAR certified with the California Bureau of Automotive Repair, so it can test vehicles the DMV directs to a STAR station, including gross polluters.

Yes. Smog Axis is licensed as a Test Only smog station. This station performs the smog test and issues the certificate. It does not do repairs, so a failed vehicle has to be fixed elsewhere and brought back.

Smog Axis is open Monday 9 AM to 5 PM; Tuesday 9 AM to 5 PM; Wednesday 9 AM to 5 PM; Thursday 9 AM to 5 PM; Friday 9 AM to 5 PM; Saturday 9 AM to 3:30 PM. Closed Sunday. Hours can change on holidays, so call ahead if you are cutting it close.

Yes. Smog Axis accepts walk-ins, so you can drive in without booking ahead.

Smog Axis accepts Cash, Credit Card.

Smog Axis has held a BAR smog license since 2017. You can verify the license status at bar.ca.gov.

Smog Axis has not published a price on SmogCheckDeals. The Bureau of Automotive Repair puts the statewide average at $69.16 as of August 2026, about $65 for a 2000-or-newer vehicle and $73 for 1999-or-older, plus the $8.25 certificate fee. Call (661) 845-7664 for a quote.

Smog Axis does not take online bookings here, but walk-ins are welcome. Call (661) 845-7664 to check the wait.

Staff at Smog Axis speak English.

Bring the car, your registration or DMV renewal notice, and a way to pay. Most smog checks take 15 to 30 minutes, and most visits are closer to 20.

Smog Axis is a Test Only station, so it cannot do the repair. You would have the work done at a repair shop, then come back for the free retest within 30 days. California's Consumer Assistance Program covers up to $1,200 of emissions repairs for qualifying owners.

The closest alternative in Lamont is Fernandez Auto Services Inc (0.2 mi). It is listed further up this page with its rating and hours.