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Brake Tag Services

If you drive in Louisiana, your brake tag is a must. At SpeeDee, we make your state inspection quick, clear, and totally stress-free, so you can drive away with confidence.

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What We Do

Your Brake Tag Certification is Fast and Hassle-Free

Vehicle Safety Inspection

This full safety check keeps your car street legal and ready for anything. From brakes to belts, lights to mirrors, we can check off this annual task fast.

Emissions Testing

If you’re in the Baton Rouge area, your inspection includes an emissions test to meet local requirements. We’ll check your system to help reduce pollution and keep your car compliant.

How Brake Tag Inspections Work

Our Certified Technicians Check All the Safety Essentials

Brakes, lights, tires, and more, to get you road-ready and fully compliant with Louisiana state requirements.

We make sure that your headlights, brake lights, and turn signals are working like they should

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Brakes, horn, mirrors, and seat belts are all checked for proper function, because peace of mind starts with the basics.

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We check your steering and suspension to ensure your car handles safely and smoothly, on neighborhood roads, highways, and everything in between.

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We inspect your tires, windshield, and exhaust system, and look for any leaks. If your car’s leaking brake fluid or transmission fluid, we’ll let you know before it becomes a big deal.

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Brake Tags 101

What They Are & Why You Need Them

In Louisiana, you can’t legally drive without a valid brake tag. Skip it and you risk fines, impoundment, or insurance issues. It’s an annual requirement, and SpeeDee makes it easy.

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Our locations across Louisiana, including plenty in the New Orleans metro area, offer fast inspections that meet all state and parish requirements.

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  • Your current brake tag is about to expire
  • You’ve moved to a new parish
  • You’ve made repairs after failing a prior inspection
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