Find a certified STAR smog check station near you in California — the station type your DMV renewal notice may require

Friendly Automotive Service Tech

✓ STAR Certified

3399 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92506

Call (951) 248-9160 Apple Maps Google Maps

BAR license #238772 · state Bureau of Automotive Repair records · data refresh 2026-08-02

About this STAR station

Friendly Automotive Service Tech operates out of 3399 Arlington Ave in Riverside, in Riverside County, California. Per Bureau of Automotive Repair STAR program records (refreshed 2026-08-02), it is a certified STAR station — BAR license #238772.

Phone: (951) 248-9160. Hours and wait times vary — calling first beats a wasted trip.

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Common questions

Where is Friendly Automotive Service Tech located?

Friendly Automotive Service Tech is at 3399 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92506, in Riverside County. Phone: (951) 248-9160.

Is Friendly Automotive Service Tech a STAR-certified station?

Yes — state Bureau of Automotive Repair STAR program records (refreshed 2026-08-02) list Friendly Automotive Service Tech (BAR license #238772) as STAR-certified. Every listing on FindStarStation comes from those records.

How many times can I retest after failing?

Unlimited retests allowed.

  • Must pay inspection fee each time
  • No certificate fee until pass
  • CAP can help with repair costs

Per BAR Consumer Assistance Program guidelines.

How often do I need a smog check in California?

Every two years for most vehicles.

  • At sale or transfer
  • First 8 years exempt for new cars
  • Out-of-state imports need one

Per California DMV registration rules.