The Main Reasons to Have a Vehicle Safety Inspection Regularly

Posted: Sep 23, 2014
Author: Country Town Tire & Auto Service Center

Many states have required vehicle safety inspection requirements, which are designed to make sure your vehicle is safe and to check carbon emission levels. In some states, this is necessary only when you first register the vehicle, but many require it to be done annually, and some even have biennial inspections for carbon emissions. Obviously, if it is required, you have no choice, but even if it isn’t, there are other reasons why it should be done regularly.

A vehicle safety inspection is about the safety of the vehicle, so clearly you want the peace of mind that comes with knowing your family is safe in your car. A vehicle safety inspection will check such things as the lights, brakes, horn, windshield wipers, seat belts and tires. If you are buying a used car from a private seller, it is a wise decision to have this done before you conclude the purchase, so you know if there are any areas of concern you will need to shell out cash for if you buy the vehicle. If the seller seems reluctant to let you have this done before finalizing the sale, they may have something to hide.

The emissions testing is a good way to know if your vehicle is operating correctly, and it gives you the ability to correct any problems that cause your vehicle’s engine to burn fuel less efficiently.

Here at Country Town Tire & Auto Service Center, our North Carolina & Tennessee locations conduct vehicle safety inspections as required at each annual renewal. We can do a more involved inspection as a pre-purchase endeavor, as well.