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State safety inspections ensure that you’re safe while driving and that everyone else is as well. And unlike other types of essential car maintenance, you’re required to get this done every year.
By learning everything you need to know about state vehicle safety inspections, you can be sure that your vehicle is prepared to pass and ways to save on this unavoidable yet essential part of car ownership.
A safety inspection ensures your car is in a safe operating condition when on the road by having a certified repair professional inspect it. However, not all states will require a safety inspection and instead only require you to get periodic emissions inspections.
If you live in a state that requires a safety inspection, it’s vital to look at all the inspection requirements. However, a typical vehicle safety inspection consists of the following checks:
The technician will then attach a small computer to your onboard diagnostic II port near your steering column. This diagnostic tool helps track multiple systems to see if they’re running correctly, and the test is usually pass/fail. Cars made before 1996 are typically not subject to this test.
Throughout the United States, eighteen states require a full safety inspection periodically, and Maryland requires one if the car’s ownership is transferred. Sixteen states require vehicle emissions testing. States that require annual safety inspections bundle it with vehicle registration renewal, while others require inspections on a biennial basis (every other year), including the District of Columbia.
Per The Zebra, the following states require a safety inspection at some point. However, check your state’s requirements and see what you need to do.
Regardless of whether you live in a state that requires a safety inspection or just looking to save when it comes to your car, truck or SUV’s maintenance needs, Advantage can help. This comprehensive auto protection package combines coverage for repairs and breakdowns with up to $3,500 in regular maintenance services, including tire rotations, engine diagnostic exams, alignment checks and more, including being able to help you save on your next state inspection.
Each state with annual inspections can have its own safety inspection requirements, so check your State’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) website beforehand.
However, typically, a state safety inspection will require:
With Endurance’s Advantage auto protection plan, you can now drive confidentially, knowing you can save thousands on auto repairs, including up to $55 towards your next state safety inspection and other essential vehicle maintenance. You can save up to $3,500 total on other essential maintenance services, including tire rotations, alignment checks, engine diagnostic exams, and more. You’ll even have other special, one-time services available to you, including cooling system maintenance, a brake pad or shoe replacement, a front or rear wiper blade set replacement and more.
You’ll also automatically receive complimentary 24/7 roadside assistance, trip interruption, and substitute transport coverage whenever you purchase any Endurance plan. On top of that, you’ll also be eligible to receive a full year of Endurance Elite benefits, including perks and savings like key fob replacements, collision discounts and more, for just a small activation fee.
To learn more about how Advantage or any other Endurance auto protection plan can help you, give us a call directly at (800) 253-8203, or you can request a free online quote. The Endurance blog can also help give you even more insight into other automotive topics, including extended warranty breakdowns and comparisons, vehicle buying guides, expert auto tips and much more.
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