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INSPECTIONS & EMISSIONS

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Some states require regular safety inspections and/or emissions inspections on cars and trucks. At Patterson Performance Inc., we are well-equipped and trained to perform these inspections. Our technicians can also perform multi-point inspections on your vehicles as needed.



These are some of the inspection services we offer.


NC State Inspection Station
NC state inspection stations are privately owned, but government certified, inspection stations throughout NC. Patterson Performance Inc. is a NC state inspection station. For your state inspection needs visit or call our auto shop at 919-872-9459.



To learn more about our Inspection and Emission services, call us at 919-872-9459 or request a quote by clicking below:


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    Patterson Performance Inc.

    1405 Ollie St
    Raleigh, NC 27609
    919-872-9459
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  • Vehicle tips

    • According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.
    • The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)
    • Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.
    • Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.
    • Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.
    • A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.
    • Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.
    • Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.
    • Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.
    • Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.
    • Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.
    • Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.
    • Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.
    • Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.
    • Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.
    • Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.
    • Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.
    • Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.
    • Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.
    • Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.

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  • ASE (Automotive Service Excellence)
  • Car Care Aware

Testimonials

  • Honest and reliable and all of the staff are knowledgeable.
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  • You can trust these guys for diagnostics, replacement and repair!
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  • Excellent place to get your car fixed!! Eric and Team did a fantastic job on my Saab 9-7x.
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  • I've been a Patterson Performance customer for almost 10 years and have never been happier with a mechanic before. His team is friendly, honest, helpful and very knowledgeable.
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  • They know cars, honest, don't try and sell you things you don't need. Friendly reliable service. Customer for 7 years highly recommend.
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  • I have had Eric work on my vehicles on four different occasions over the past three years and he has treated me exceptionally well and very, very fairly. None of his work has had to be redone or "tweaked" after the fact and the charges were extremely reasonable. Not only was his work terrific but he and Kathy could not have been more gracious. I highly recommend Paterson Performance.
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  • We have used Patterson Performance for our vehicles for many years. We are very pleased with the service, professionalism, honesty and knowledge we encounter every time we have our cars serviced or repaired. We have referred our friends and neighbors and they too have stayed true customers.
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  • Best place to get your Saab serviced. The best because Eric does not give you a hard time about owning a Saab. He understands the passion of loving a true vehicle that rides, handles and performs to its best abilities. He knows your car better than you do!
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  • Fantastic shop, the only place I will ever bring my Saab from here on out if/when it needs repairs. Smart mechanics, courteous staff, quick turn-around time, and Zero pressure/hard sell when I couldn't afford all the repairs they noted the car would need in the future!
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  • Eric is the best. He's a true mechanic -- not dependent on, on-board diagnostic computers to tell him what's wrong. And he goes the extra mile to make sure any problems get fixed, regardless of difficulty. We take him tough repair cases that stump even factory authorized dealers & specialty shops -- e.g., an exotic foreign-brand power convertible top that interior and body specialists could not get working. We have not found an automobile repair problem he could not solve.
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Patterson Performance Inc.

1405 Ollie St
Raleigh, NC 27609
919-872-9459
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