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Even though Texas no longer requires most vehicle inspections, Kwik Kar still provides full safety checks to keep your car reliable and road-ready.

Texas Vehicle Inspections at Kwik Kar in Texas

As of January 1, 2025, in Texas, most non-commercial vehicles no longer require a safety inspection to renew their registration.

Kwik Kar Automotive Lube & Services continues to offer comprehensive vehicle safety inspections to help keep your car roadworthy and reliable.

Why get a Vehicle Safety Inspection

A professional Inspection can:

  • Identify safety issues before they become costly repairs
  • Ensure your vehicle meets Texas emissions standards (where required)
  • Maintain peak performance and peace of mind on the road
  • Maintain peak performance and peace of mind on the road

More about required Emissions Testing

Texas still requires vehicles to pass the emissions test for many counties. Kwik Kar Automotive provides Emissions Testing to see if your vehicle meets emissions standards

EMISSIONS TESTING

What's included with a Safety Inspection at Kwik Kar

Keeping your vehicle in top condition is key to maintaining safety and reliability on the road. Here are some of the points we check during a safety inspection:

safety components

  • Brake tests
  • Safe tire tread depth
  • Uncracked windshields
  • Having intact windshield wipers
  • No leaking fluids
  • Testing seat belt function

lighting & signals

  • Having functioning headlights
  • Having functioning tail lights
  • Having functioning turn signals

Texas still requires vehicles to pass the emissions test for many counties. Kwik Kar Automotive provides Emissions Testing to see if your vehicle meets emissions standards.

vehicle inspection faqs

Do I need a state inspection in Texas?

As of 2025, Texas no longer requires annual vehicle inspections for most personal vehicles. However, we continue to offer thorough inspections to help ensure your vehicle is safe and roadworthy. Whether you want peace of mind or need an inspection for other reasons, we’re here to help. Commercial vehicles still require annual safety inspections.

The cost to have your vehicle emissions inspected in Texas depends on your vehicle type and county. Emissions-Only Vehicles range between $11.50 and $18.50. Commercial vehicles cost $40.00.

Yes. In the state of Texas, all commercial trucks must undergo a regular inspection in order to ensure that they are safe for operation on public roads.

You can get an inspection on a Sunday, but you’ll need to find an inspection station that’s open. Our Kwik Kar service stations in Grapevine, Lewisville, Westworth Village, and Richmond are open on Sundays to perform your vehicle inspection. Once you’ve found a station, simply take your car in and have it inspected.

Part of an inspection includes a check of the vehicle’s window tinting. The state has specific requirements for the amount of light that can be allowed through the windows. In accordance with state law, vehicles with tint must allow 25% of light through frontside windows and windshield. Tints that do not meet these standards are identified as issues.

No, Kwik Kar does not perform RV inspections on trailers, mobile homes or RV having a registered gross weight of 7,500 pounds or less. 

Kwik Kar offers auto repair services that can fix most issues the qualified mechanic inspecting your vehicle identifies. This will help keep you and your vehicle safe on the road.

Find a Kwik Kar location proudly serving honest auto care in Austin, Houston and Dallas/Fort Worth areas

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We take every step to ensure your vehicle gets the care it deserves. From routine oil changes to complete inspections, Kwik Kar keeps your car road-ready with service you can trust. 

  • Experienced mechanics & quality parts
  • Fast turnaround—no long waits
  • 16 convenient Texas locations
  • Honest diagnostics and clear recommendations

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