Throughout 22 counties in North Carolina, including Charlotte, all modern vehicles have to pass a safety and emissions inspection. Your car can't be registered or renewed until it passes. Find out how to successfully complete an evaluation in North Carolina by reading our tips below. When you need an emissions and safety inspection, bring your vehicle to Gibbon Tire and Auto in Charlotte, NC, for fast and efficient service. If there’s anything wrong with your car, we would be happy to help fix the issue.
How to Prepare
Schedule a maintenance appointment as soon as you receive your vehicle renewal notice. Your vehicle must be inspected within 90 days of renewal. During the safety inspection, a mechanic will examine the vehicle’s headlights, brakes, signals, steering, windows, and tires.
Regularly maintain and change the oil in your car, depending on its mileage. Take your car to a qualified mechanic if your check engine light comes on. Even if it's a minor repair, it is a good idea to take care of it before your inspection. Let your mechanic know about any other problems you have noticed. Additionally, a good fuel system cleaner will eliminate carbon buildup on the engine parts.
On Inspection Day
Before your emissions test, drive your car for about 20 to 30 minutes at highway speeds to properly warm up the catalytic converter. Remove excess weight from your car to avoid failure. If your vehicle fails any part of the emissions and safety inspection, it will have to be repaired by a technician before it can be retested. You can officially register your vehicle once the test is passed.
Emissions and Safety Inspections in Charlotte
When you need an emissions and safety inspection, visit Gibbon Tire & Auto . We also provide auto repair and maintenance services. Our ASE-certified technicians provide dealer alternative car care for all makes and models. We would be happy to provide you with the information you need to make an educated decision about your vehicle’s maintenance needs. Give us a call at (980) 533-2281 to learn more or to request an estimate for the cost of an inspection or auto maintenance in Charlotte or the surrounding communities.
