if you are up for a smog test, this place is a hidden gem. Whenever I go the wait times are usually…read morefive minutes or less and it's not in a location where most people would know because it's not on a main street. The guys are quick there's also an area after you get your smog test completed and pass for you to buy your license plate renewal sticker. It's definitely worthwhile.

This location is fast and friendly staff . I am still unsure why Illinois is like only state that…read morerequires this - but if need emission testing this location has many bays and is fast

Wait was just a minute long! Attendant was professional and so courteous…read more Service was so fast! My favorite part was the onsite sale of the plate sticker once you pass. Small fee for a hassle free pick up process.

Amazing took less than 5 minutes…read more Have money or credit card will be charged Value for your time Service smooth

They were friendly and it was fast service I recommend it…read morebecause I didn't have to wait long. I was in and out quickly.

MOTORING ALONG The…read moreair team in Bedford Park does their best to get your car's emissions tested quickly. When renewing a license plate sticker in Illinois, you'll first have to take your car to a Vehicle Emissions Testing site. There's 11 stations throughout the city/suburbs as well as some self-serve kiosks which I didn't know about until now. Most locations also have a counter inside to buy said sticker. This testing facility is tough to find, it's tucked away in an industrial area about 1/2 mile west of Cicero Ave. There's plenty of testing lanes to pull into, so if you encounter a wait, it should be a brief one. The guy who checked my car gave me piratey truck driver vibes (and I mean that in a good way). While the testing itself only took 3 minutes, the wait for a sticker was quintuple that--I waited nearly 10 minutes outside in a drizzle plus another 5 inside. The plate renewal fee was $151, plus a $10 service charge which I'm not a fan of. Maybe that helps pay the wages of the folks who work here? Maybe it's just Illinois being greedy. * TL;DR * 11 years - and 100K miles - later my car still passes an emissions test, thankfully. Illinois state law requires all cars & trucks to get a checkup every two years. Speaking of which, when was the last time *I* had a checkup? Between the leaking fluids and the flashing indicator lights, I really ought to have someone go under my hood and make sure things are hunky-dory. Emissions testing is far from sexy, but it's gotta be done if you want to keep driving that jalopy of a car (I'm talking to you, owner of the beige '96 Mercury Sable missing its front bumper).

This location continues to exceed my expectations. They have multiple lanes where cars queue up. I…read morewent at an odd time - 10 AM on a weekday so it wasn't very crowded. There were four lanes open and each had three to four cars waiting. I got into the shortest line - three cars and as soon as I pulled up, the first car left. I probably waited five minutes before I was in line to be tested. The test has gotten shorter over the years, probably due to improved technology. You still have to get out of the car so they can complete the test and it was mighty cold out that day. They have an enclosed room where you can wait, but I was not offered the chance to go inside. I imagine it's because the test is so fast now. The car passed inspection. The person who did the test thanked me for coming by - she was very pleasant. This location also has a place where you can renew your plates. My plates are still up to date so I didn't have to go inside but I have used them before and was pleased with their service.

I swear every time I have to go for emissions testing and go here there is some issue with the…read moremachine or workers are coming off shift and this takes a lot longer than it should.

It was my first time going to an Illinois Air Team Station, and I was really dreading it. It's one…read moreof those tasks that feels like such a hassle, so I kept putting it off. I finally went, and thankfully, this location was close to work, which made it easier to stop by during my break. The wait was short, and the whole process was pretty quick and smooth. That part was a plus. Now the service. I don't expect friendly greetings or big smiles, but the person testing my car seemed completely over it and made me feel like I was a nuisance (like, trust me, I didn't want to be there either). He was mumbling the entire time, and I genuinely couldn't hear what he was saying. He wanted me to put my key on the dashboard, get back in the car, and roll down the window, but I had to ask multiple times just to understand his instructions. I get it. It was cold, and I'd be miserable working outside in that weather, too. Still, clearer communication would've made the experience much better. In the end, I'm just thankful it didn't take long and that I didn't have to be there for very long.

** Courteous Service ** ** Clean **…read more** FAST ** Not much can be said about getting your emissions done. I'll leave this advice, if you've ever waited more than five minutes to get your emissions done at this location, go early. No wait. Great fast work done here.

For some reason, the location is tricky finding. It's tucked in the corner near the train station…read moreand the entrance for testing is a road looping around the back. However, arrive mid week before lunch and there's nobody here. I was in and out in 4 minutes. Some of their employees are a bit rude, but I'm sure they deal with a lot here.

Great service. They were able to get me in and out fast! Had great recommendations on a shop I…read morecould take my car to.

In the area and needed to get this complete. Manny was the individual who was doing the test…read more Quick and attentive. Less than 5 minutes and I was on my way. I asked if they were hiring and he directed me to the sign on the window just ahead. Easy to apply electronically. A lot of people looking for work. Great experience!

Helped me right away with what I needed and were very kind . I will definitely be going back.read more

It was time you get the clean air inspection, found a location on Yelp. The lines were short and I…read morewas in and out in record time.

In and Out. Just follow instructions and best days. Workers and quick and willing to help with any…read moreproblems in my experience for years.

Been going here for my older cars for several years. I come on weekdays in the late afternoon, and…read moreonly a few times has there been a line with more than a few cars. Very courteous and quick service. I have also used the on premise tag renewal office around the side of the building. Easy and efficient as well.

STAYING IN COMPLIANCE…read more It's not exciting but car emissions testing is a state requirement, so you gotta do it. I got mail the other day informing me that my plates were due to expire soon, which necessitated a trip to the nearest Illinois Air Team to (hopefully) give my ride a clean bill of health. I visited the one in Joliet at noon on a Friday when the estimated wait time was 4min. The emissions tech was nice; that job must get old in a hurry, so kudos to him for staying upbeat and getting me on my way. There's a small side building off to the right where you can renew your license plate sticker, and that's where I headed. Five people were in front of me, one of whom was arguing with an employee over their failed emissions test. Hey man, it's not THEIR fault your car is a jalopy held together by air fresheners & bungee cords! This guy got pretty worked up and the mood in that tiny space became tense, at best. Should you choose to get your sticker here instead of through Secretary of State, they'll charge a $9.50 credit/debit card transaction fee. Since plastic is the ONLY thing they accept, there's no way around this surcharge of ten bucks (by say, writing a check or paying in pennies). * TL;DR * This review could be broken into two parts: the actual emissions test, and the license plate sticker renewal process. The first part was great, a solid 5*. The second part took a while and drags the overall down to 4*. That side building gets surprisingly hot in the summer, and I'm not a fan of the whopping $10 processing fee....I have enough taxes and sh*t in my life, I could do without this. Aside from those quibbles, this emissions testing site is just fine.