Mobile emissions inspections for auto shops – no setup, instant compliance.
Small business owners in automotive repair lack mobile-friendly compliance software for emissions and safety inspections that requires no IT setup.
EmitMobile provides a fully mobile-responsive web app for emissions testing with pre-loaded state-specific checklists. Mechanics complete inspections on any phone or tablet, generate PDF certificates instantly, and store history in the cloud without IT hassle. Zero installation needed – just sign up and start.
Small business owners in automotive repair
State-specific emissions templates that auto-update with regulations, saving hours on manual checks.
friendly/professional
Quick auth with email or Google for business owners and mechanics.
Choose state to load compliant emissions checklist.
Touch-friendly form for pass/fail, OBD readings, inputs.
One-tap PDF with official-looking certificate and data.
Searchable list of past inspections with VIN filter.
Save drafts offline, sync when online.
Add shop logo to reports.
Send PDF to customers directly.
Pass/fail rates overview.
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| text | No | |
| business_name | text | No |
| state | text | No |
| created_at | timestamp | No |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| user_id | uuid | No |
| vin | text | No |
| state | text | No |
| status | text | No |
| data | jsonb | Yes |
| pdf_url | text | Yes |
| created_at | timestamp | No |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| inspection_id | uuid | No |
| item_name | text | No |
| value | text | Yes |
| passed | bool | No |
Relationships:
/api/inspectionsCreate new inspection
/api/inspections/:idFetch single inspection
/api/inspectionsList user inspections
/api/inspections/:id/reportGenerate PDF report
/api/templates/:stateGet state checklist template
/api/statesList supported states
No history export
1 business location
5 locations
| Month | Users | Conversion | MRR | ARR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 50 | 5% | $38 | $450 |
| Month 6 | 400 | 12% | $720 | $8,640 |
No apps, no servers – just your phone for state-approved emissions tests. Start free today.
Join automotive repair Facebook groups (e.g., 'Auto Repair Owners'), offer free Pro access for 1 month in exchange for feedback and testimonial. Cold DM 20 local shops via Google Maps search for 'auto repair near me'. Attend one local mechanic meetup to demo live.
Full shop management
Not mobile-first for inspections, complex setup
Pure compliance focus, instant mobile, $15 price
Proprietary state regulation templates updated quarterly via partnerships with inspectors.
Stricter EPA emissions rules in 2024 + rise of mobile work post-COVID make paperless tools essential.
Regulation changes invalidate templates
Subscribe to state alerts, user feedback loop for updates
Shops prefer legacy paper
Free tier + demos prove time savings
Success: 7/10 confirm need mobile tool
Success: 80% repeat use
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