303 Taft Hwy, Suite B · Bakersfield 93307
Peña's Auto Electric, Smog & Repair does smog checks, smog repair, auto electrical work, check engine diagnostics, brakes and car keys for all makes and models. Walk-ins are welcome for standard smog checks, and we are open Saturday morning.
At a glance
Peña's Auto Electric, Smog & Repair is an auto electric, smog and general repair shop at 303 Taft Hwy, Suite B in south Bakersfield, CA 93307. It does smog checks, smog repair, electrical diagnosis, check engine light diagnostics, brakes, suspension, timing belts, transmission service and automotive locksmith work on all makes and models.
Standard smog checks are walk-in and usually take 15 to 30 minutes. Hours are Monday to Friday 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 1 PM. Call (661) 599-9098.
| Address | 303 Taft Hwy, Suite B, Bakersfield, CA 93307 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (661) 599-9098 |
| Hours | Mon to Fri 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM Sat 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM Sun closed |
| Walk-ins | Welcome for standard smog checks |
| Payment | Credit, debit and mobile payments |
| Access | Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking lot |
Quick answers
Peña's Auto Electric, Smog & Repair at 303 Taft Hwy, Suite B, Bakersfield, CA 93307 does smog checks Monday to Friday 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 1 PM. Walk-ins are welcome. Call (661) 599-9098.
Yes. Peña's is open Saturday from 8 AM to 1 PM for smog checks and repairs at 303 Taft Hwy, Suite B. We are closed on Sunday.
Peña's diagnoses why the vehicle failed, makes the repair and retests it in the same shop. Eligible owners may get repair help through the state Consumer Assistance Program at bar.ca.gov.
No. In California a lit check engine light fails the smog inspection. Peña's reads the codes, fixes the cause and can smog the car afterward.
Peña's Auto Electric specializes in electrical diagnosis and repair: batteries, charging, starting, lighting and wiring. A customer review notes a quick, fairly priced Prius headlight and taillight fix.
Peña's Auto Electric provides automotive locksmith service, including car key replacement and key fob programming. Call (661) 599-9098 with your year, make and model to confirm.
Why drivers choose us
Fail a smog check here and the diagnosis, repair and retest happen in the same building.
Open Saturday 8 AM to 1 PM, when some neighboring shops are closed.
We test the circuit or the system first, so you pay for the part that failed.
Reviewers mention quick turnaround, clear updates and fair pricing.
Services
Each service page answers the question first, then explains the repair, the cost drivers and what to ask.
Standard smog checks usually take 15 to 30 minutes, no appointment needed. If your car fails, the repair bay is in the same building.
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Read the failure report, fix the real cause, retest. No guessing with parts and no trip across town.
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Dead battery, slow crank, flickering lights or a fuse that keeps blowing: we test the circuit first, then replace only what failed.
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A code is a clue, not a diagnosis. We test the system behind the code so you replace the right part once.
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Maintenance that follows your owner's manual and the heat, dust and stop-and-go of Bakersfield driving.
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Measured pads and rotors, a clear estimate and honest advice on what can wait.
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Clunks, bounce, pulling or uneven tire wear: we find the worn part and explain what it does.
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On many engines the water pump sits behind the belt. Replacing both together is cheaper than doing the job twice.
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Slipping, delayed shifts or a leak: we diagnose before anyone talks about a rebuild.
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Lost keys, broken fobs and spare keys, handled by an auto electric shop that understands the immobilizer system.
Learn more →Hours
Walk in for a standard smog check, or request a time for a bigger repair. We are closed Sunday.
| Monday | 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Reviews
What reviewers say about us, in summary. Read every review on the listings.
Reviewers mention getting their car back quickly.
Customers say they were kept informed during the repair.
Reviewers describe the pricing as fair for the work.
One reviewer describes a quick, fairly priced Prius headlight and taillight repair.
How it works
Standard smog checks are walk-in. For larger repairs, request an appointment online or call.
We diagnose first and explain what failed, what is urgent and what can wait.
We repair, retest when needed and give you your paperwork.
Areas we serve
The shop sits on Taft Highway, the commuter road toward Taft and Pumpkin Center, so westbound and eastbound drivers can stop on the way to or from work.
Taft Hwy meets S Union Ave just minutes from the Greenfield community, one of the busiest south-side stretches for repair and smog shops.
We are in 93307. Drivers from the southwest subdivisions of 93313 and from the South Chester area of 93304 are a short drive away.
East-county towns have fewer smog stations nearby. Lamont, Arvin and Weedpatch drivers reach us along Highway 223 and Weedpatch Hwy.
Panama Lane retail shoppers, Highway 99 travelers and visitors to the Kern County Fairgrounds are all within a few minutes of Suite B.
Peña's Auto Electric, Smog & Repair at 303 Taft Hwy, Suite B, Bakersfield, CA 93307 does smog checks Monday to Friday 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 1 PM. Walk-ins are welcome. Call (661) 599-9098.
Yes. Peña's is open Saturday from 8 AM to 1 PM for smog checks and repairs at 303 Taft Hwy, Suite B. We are closed on Sunday.
Peña's diagnoses why the vehicle failed, makes the repair and retests it in the same shop. Eligible owners may get repair help through the state Consumer Assistance Program at bar.ca.gov.
No. In California a lit check engine light fails the smog inspection. Peña's reads the codes, fixes the cause and can smog the car afterward.
Peña's Auto Electric specializes in electrical diagnosis and repair: batteries, charging, starting, lighting and wiring. A customer review notes a quick, fairly priced Prius headlight and taillight fix.
Peña's Auto Electric provides automotive locksmith service, including car key replacement and key fob programming. Call (661) 599-9098 with your year, make and model to confirm.
No. Walk-ins are welcome for standard smog checks, which usually take 15 to 30 minutes. Online appointments can be scheduled for major repairs.
We accept credit cards, debit cards and standard mobile payments.
Yes. The entrance and the parking lot are wheelchair accessible.
Yes. The shop's profile describes an ASE-certified master technician. ASE certification is a national credential that tests technicians on specific repair areas.
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303 Taft Hwy, Suite B, Bakersfield, CA 93307
Mon to Fri 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Sat 8 AM to 1 PM
(661) 599-9098