Been going to Pengs for many years. Always quick and friendly service. Highly recommended!
★ STAR-certified smog station
Smog check in, back on the road.
A family-run, test-only smog station on Carson Street, serving Long Beach for about 30 years. Walk in, and most checks take 15 to 30 minutes.
Free tool
Smog Check Ready?
Answer a few questions to find out whether Peng's can test your vehicle, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring. It's a rough guide only. Your DMV notice and the station have the final word.
Services
Every kind of smog check, one stop
Most common
Regular smog check
Biennial inspections for your DMV registration renewal.
STAR
STAR-certified checks
For vehicles the DMV directs to a STAR station, including gross polluters.
Selling?
Transfer of ownership
The smog certificate you need when you buy or sell a car.
New to CA
Out-of-state vehicles
Smog checks for cars coming from out of state that need a California registration.
All fuels
Diesel & hybrid
Diesel and hybrid vehicles tested.
CNG
Natural gas (CNG)
Compressed natural gas vehicles tested.
By appointment
Motor homes
Call ahead to book a time for a motor home.
Dealers too
Local dealers
Reviews mention local dealerships bringing cars here for testing.
Peng's is a test-only station, so it doesn't do repairs. If your car doesn't pass, get the repairs done at a repair shop, then come back for the retest.
~30years serving Long Beach drivers
- Since 2002BAR smog license
- Mon–SatWalk-ins welcome
- STARCertified station
About
Small, family-run, and quick
Peng's Smog Check Station is a family business. Reviewers often mention "the couple who run this place" and say they are friendly, efficient and honest, and that they value your time. The station has served Long Beach drivers for about 30 years, first on Cherry Avenue and now on East Carson Street.
California Bureau of Automotive RepairAutomotive Repair Dealer ARD 147631, listed as a smog inspection and STAR station. Look it up on BAR's Auto Shop Locator ↗
City of Long Beach business licenseBU21803792 · Active
Reviews
Fast, friendly, and honest
Peng's Smog Check reviews
Had a great and easy experience with Peng's Smog check station. They're super friendly, quick, and knowledgeable.
The person that answered the phone was so polite, friendly, and patiently explained…
Super fast and friendly service! I always come here to get my smog check and I tell all my friends to come here too.
The couple that works here are friendly, efficient, honest, and affordable.
I've never had a shorter wait time… The couple who run this place a very nice and efficient. They value your time.
- ★★★★★
“Been going to Pengs for many years. Always quick and friendly service. Highly recommended!”
- ★★★★★
“Had a great and easy experience with Peng's Smog check station. They're super friendly, quick, and knowledgeable.”
- ★★★★★
“The person that answered the phone was so polite, friendly, and patiently explained…”
- ★★★★★
“Super fast and friendly service! I always come here to get my smog check and I tell all my friends to come here too.”
- ★★★★★
“The couple that works here are friendly, efficient, honest, and affordable.”
- ★★★★★
“I've never had a shorter wait time… The couple who run this place a very nice and efficient. They value your time.”
Excerpts are shortened and shown in the reviewer's original words. Ratings as listed on each platform, October 2026.
Visit
Walk in on Carson Street
Peng's Smog Check Station2041 E Carson St, Ste B
Long Beach, CA 90807
In North Long Beach, on Carson Street near Cherry Avenue. No appointment needed, except for motor homes.
Bring your DMV renewal notice or registration and payment (cash or credit card).
FAQ
Before you come in
Do I need an appointment?
No, walk-ins are welcome. Only motor homes need an appointment.
Are you a STAR station?
Yes. Peng's is listed as a STAR station on the Bureau of Automotive Repair's Auto Shop Locator.
How long does it take?
Usually 15 to 30 minutes.
Do you do repairs if my car fails?
No. Peng's is a test-only station. Get repairs done at a repair shop, then come back for the retest. Call for retest details.
What should I bring?
Your registration or DMV renewal notice, plus payment (cash or credit card). The check engine light must be off. On 2000 and newer vehicles, a lit check engine light is an automatic fail.
Do you test diesel, hybrid, CNG or out-of-state cars?
Yes, all of those, plus transfer-of-ownership checks.
Questions?
Call before you drive over
The fastest way to reach Peng's is by phone during business hours.