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Driving in Virginia: State Safety Inspections

posted on 8/5/2020 2:58:22 PM
If you own a car in Virginia, you might be familiar with the title of this blog. Virginia State Inspections are mandated by the State of Virginia and must be done once a year. This isn’t just something that’s done for fun. As a matter in fact, State Inspections are done in order to keep you and other drivers safe. The experts at Community Car Care in Alexandria, VA have gathered everything you need to know about your annual inspection and put it together in this blog. Take a look below and learn more about why this law exists.
Virginia State Inspection in Alexandria and Annandale, VA

 

What is a Virginia State Inspection?

By law, every driver must pass a vehicle inspection annually. This is done by approved inspection stations, like Community Car Care. This mandatory annual inspection is required by all drivers, cars and trucks alike. This examination is intended to prevent unsafe vehicles from driving on public roads and possibly cause collisions which can cost the lives of many.
 

Should I Be Worried?

If your car is up to code, and there’s nothing that could be hazardous to others or yourself, you have nothing to worry about. But, if your car needs repairs, you might want to get that done before your inspection. Sometimes brakes can give way, radiators can be damaged, or your exhaust is spewing unsafe air into the environment. These are the problems that inspections are meant to prevent.
 

What Do They Inspect?

  • Brakes (Parking Brake included)
  • Headlights (Turn Signals & Brake Lights included)
  • Steering & Suspension
  • Tires
  • Wheels & Rims
  • Mirrors
  • Horn
  • Windshields and other Glass
  • Exhaust System
  • Cooling System
  • Seat Belts & Airbags
  • Doors
  • Fuel System 

How Will I Know If I Passed the Inspection?

After you’ve gotten your Virginia State Inspection done, and you’ve passed, the inspector at Community Car Care in Alexandria, VA will inform you of your outcome and a sticker will be provided. You must display this decal on your windshield.
 

Where Can I Get a VA State Car Inspection?

If you’re in Alexandria, VA or surrounding areas, then you can drive on down to Community Car Care. We’re the leading provider of automotive repair & maintenance services. We can provide you with a thorough Virginia State Safety Inspection, and if we find any issues that need to be resolved, we can help you with that too. Schedule a State Inspection online today! We’ve got a yearly maintenance special going on right now which can save you over $70 on routine repairs before your inspection!
 
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