Reliable Auto Repair & Smog Services Across Imperial County

Our team provides dependable auto repair, maintenance, and inspection services for cars, trucks, and fleets in El Centro, CA. Whether you’re nearby or in a surrounding city, you can count on Rigo’s Auto Shop & Smog for reliable, professional service every time. Call us, stop by the shop, or send a message through the contact form. Tell us what your vehicle is doing, and we will recommend the right next step. We are here to help you stay road-ready with service you can trust.

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Auto Repair

What We Fix

We repair engines, transmissions, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical systems, cooling systems, and exhaust components. Whether your vehicle needs a simple part replacement or major repair work, our goal is to restore performance, reliability, and safety.

How We Handle Repairs

1. We start by listening to your concern and test-driving the vehicle if needed.
2. Our technicians run diagnostics and inspect all related systems carefully.
3. We review the findings with you and explain your options along with pricing.
4. Once you approve the plan, we begin the repair using the right parts and methods.
5. After completion, we verify the fix and make sure your vehicle runs properly.

Common Signs You May Need a Repair

Hard starting, warning lights, overheating, slipping gears, vibrations, unusual noises, fluid leaks, rough idle, or loss of power.

What You Can Expect

Clear communication, parts that match your vehicle’s needs, and skilled workmanship focused on reliable, long-lasting results.

Maintenance Services

Why Maintenance Matters

Regular maintenance helps prevent costly repairs, keeps your vehicle running efficiently, and extends its lifespan. Staying on top of service also improves safety, fuel economy, and reliability every time you drive.

Services We Provide

We handle all essential maintenance, including oil and filter changes, brake inspections and pad replacement, tire rotation and balancing, battery testing and replacement, air and cabin filter changes, spark plug replacement, tune-ups, and fluid checks or top-offs.

Suggested Timing

Our technicians follow your manufacturer’s maintenance schedule and adjust service recommendations based on mileage, driving conditions, and how often you use your vehicle.

Quick Visit Checklist

Every maintenance visit includes a basic inspection of key components such as fluids, belts, hoses, and tires. You’ll also receive notes on any items that may need attention soon, so you can plan ahead with confidence.

Smog Check & Emissions Testing

What We Do

We perform California-certified smog inspections required for DMV registration. Our process includes OBD system checks, visual inspections, and tailpipe testing when necessary. Once your vehicle passes, we issue the official smog certificate on the spot.

If Your Vehicle Doesn’t Pass

If your vehicle fails the test, we’ll explain the reason clearly and recommend the necessary repairs. After the issue is fixed, you can bring it back for a retest to confirm it meets California’s emissions standards.

Tips Before Testing

Before your smog check, make sure the check engine light is off, the gas cap is tightened securely, and your vehicle has been driven for at least 15 minutes so the system monitors are ready for testing.

A/C Repair Service

Stay comfortable in Imperial County
We inspect for leaks, restore refrigerant levels, and repair or replace components so your A/C blows cold and your heater performs properly year-round.

What we service
Compressors, condensers, evaporators, hoses and lines, expansion devices, heater cores, blower motors, controls, and cabin filters.

Our process
We perform pressure checks, dye and leak detection, and performance testing both at idle and while driving. Once repairs are completed, we recharge the system and verify final temperatures.

When to schedule
Warm air, weak airflow, frequent cycling, foul odors, or unusual noises from the A/C system are signs it’s time to book a service.

ADAS Calibration Service

Why calibration matters
Modern vehicles rely on cameras and sensors for lane assist, adaptive cruise control, blind spot detection, parking assistance, and emergency braking. After windshield replacement, body repairs, suspension work, or alignment, these systems often need calibration to function accurately.

What we calibrate
Forward-facing cameras, radar, lidar, ultrasonic sensors, blind spot modules, and 360° camera systems.

How we work
We start with a pre-scan, check alignment and ride height, then perform static and dynamic calibrations based on manufacturer specifications. Each service includes a post-scan and printed record for your files.

Good to know
Some calibrations require specific road conditions. If a dynamic drive cycle is needed, we’ll complete it and update you on timing.

Clean Truck Check (HD I/M Program)

Who this is for
Owners and operators of heavy-duty diesel trucks covered under California’s Clean Truck Check program.

What we provide
We handle periodic emissions testing, documentation, and reporting to meet California Air Resources Board (CARB) requirements, helping you stay compliant and avoid fines or downtime.

Visit steps
We confirm vehicle information, complete the required tests, review results with you, and submit everything necessary to CARB.

Fleet Services

Built for businesses and agencies
We keep your vehicles road-ready with scheduled maintenance, priority diagnostics, inspections, and accurate recordkeeping.

What is included
Service plans by mileage or hours, consolidated billing, smog checks, Clean Truck Check support, A/C service, ADAS calibration, and quick response for unexpected breakdowns.

How onboarding works
Share your vehicle list and usage details. We’ll set maintenance intervals, reminders, and tracking so you always know what’s been completed and what’s next.

What Customers Are Saying About Rigo’s Auto Shop & Smog

We’re proud to have earned the trust of drivers across Imperial County. Each review reflects our commitment to treating every vehicle with care and every customer with respect. Take a look at what people are saying and see why so many choose Rigo’s Auto Shop & Smog when they need reliable auto service.