Brakes, tires, steering and suspension
Front and rear brakes, brake hydraulics, parking brake, tires, shocks and struts, steering, suspension and drive axles. Rear brake inspection does not include drum removal.
Road Trip Safety Inspection
Free Road Trip Safety Inspection at Hillside This Holiday Season
Inspection must take place by December 31, 2026.
Heading out for Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year's? Get a clearer picture of your vehicle's condition before the holiday miles, with Hillside's full Digital Vehicle Inspection and photos sent to your phone.
- The inspection is free.
- No repair purchase is required.
- You approve any paid work first.
Shop open now until 6 PM.The shop is closed right now.
Online requests are for tomorrow onward. Our team confirms your appointment during shop hours.
Why is the inspection free?
We'd like to earn your trust and your business while helping you prepare for holiday travel. Our Free Road Trip Safety Inspection gives you a clearer picture of your vehicle's condition before you leave.
We send photos of our findings to your phone and explain the results. Your report shows what looks good among the items we check, as well as anything that needs attention.
If we recommend repairs or maintenance, we'll explain why and provide a quote first. You decide what to approve. No repair purchase is required.
What we check before your trip
This offer includes Hillside's full Digital Vehicle Inspection. Here's an overview of the areas on our inspection report.
Under the hood
Engine oil, cooling system, brake and transmission fluids, power steering, battery, filters, drive belts, ignition and fuel-injection items, engine mounts, visible leaks and maintenance recommendations.
Lights, visibility and everyday controls
Headlights, brake and running lights, turn signals and hazards, wipers and washers, horn, windows, locks, key fob, interior lights, air conditioning and heater, cabin filter, hood release and trunk.
Under the vehicle
Exhaust system, engine mounts, visible fluid leaks and undercarriage covers.
An inspection documents the condition of the items checked. It is not a guarantee that every hidden fault will be found or that a trip will be trouble-free.
See what we see
We show you what looks good, too, not just what needs attention.
Your digital report brings together findings, photos and recommendations. We explain what needs attention, what can be planned for later and what checked out well, so you can understand the recommendations before deciding on any work.
See How Our Digital Inspections WorkExample inspection report
This example uses fictional vehicle details, findings and images to show how a Hillside report works. Your report will reflect your vehicle's inspection.
View the sample reportClose the sample reportExplore photos, findings and recommendations.
WHAT CUSTOMERS ACTUALLY RECEIVE This is a fictional reconstruction of the live report format. The inspection platform provides the live interface, so its appearance can change.
Hillside Auto Repair Multi-Point Inspection
Hillside Auto Repair
24467 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505
hillsideautorepair.com
YOUR TECHNICIANInspection completedYOUR ADVISORReady to walk through it
2018 Sample Vehicle
Illustrative customer
- Odometer
- 62,400 example miles
- Finding set
- Illustrative sample
1 Service Being PerformedOpen for details
Current Visit
Oil and Filter Service
The scheduled service shown here is illustrative. Your actual report reflects the work and inspection performed during your visit.
6 GoodOpen for details
Checked and Operating as Expected
Exterior lightsBattery terminalsWiper bladesCoolant levelDrive beltTire pressures
1 Needs Immediate AttentionClose details
Under Car
Fluid Leaks
CONDITION
Engine oil seep visible near the valve cover area
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Confirm the source and repair the leaking gasket if verified
NOTES
This fictional example shows how the plain-language explanation appears beside the evidence. Oil can spread away from its source, so Hillside confirms the location before recommending the appropriate repair.
SYNTHETICSYNTHETICVideo: Why is this important?
General educational videos may appear with a finding to explain why the component matters. They are not footage of the customer's vehicle.
1 Time / Mileage RecommendationOpen for details
Brake System
Brake Fluid
CONDITION
Illustrative moisture reading above the service threshold
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Discuss brake fluid service timing with your advisor
NOTES
This illustrative reading shows how a report can explain why timing is recommended without authorizing the service. Hillside can review the test result and timing with you.
Before your holiday miles
Request your inspection
Book online or call during shop hours. Tell us about your vehicle, concerns and travel plans. We'll confirm your appointment.
Get your inspection and report
Visit our Torrance shop. We'll inspect your vehicle, send photos to your phone and explain what we find.
Decide what happens next
We explain and quote any recommended work first. You decide what to approve. No repair purchase is required.
Planning a holiday trip? Leave time to review your report and arrange any approved work before you go.
Request Your Free Road Trip Safety Inspection
Planning a holiday drive? Tell us about your vehicle and preferred day. Your inspection is free, with no repair purchase required. We'll confirm your appointment during shop hours.
Visit Hillside in Torrance
Hillside Auto Repair
24467 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505
- Monday-Friday:
- 7 AM-6 PM
- Saturday:
- 9 AM-3 PM
- Sunday:
- Closed
Closed Thanksgiving (November 26), Christmas Eve (December 24) and Christmas Day (December 25).
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Free Road Trip Safety Inspection. Photos on your phone. You decide on any paid work.
Shop open now until 6 PM. Call to talk with our team, or request an appointment online for tomorrow onward.The shop is closed right now. Book online for tomorrow onward. Our team will confirm your appointment during shop hours.