California Bureau of Automotive Repair Protecting Californians through effective oversight of the automotive repair industry and administration of vehicle emissions reduction and safety programs.

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For all registration requirements, visit www.dmv.ca.gov. Once all registration requirements are complete, DMV will issue you a salvage title. Only one vehicle safety systems inspection is required. You won't …

Apply for repair assistance If your vehicle failed its biennial Smog Check inspection, our repair assistance option may assist with costs towards your vehicle's emissions-related repairs. Model year …

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Roadside Emissions Survey Program – conducts voluntary emissions surveys on California roadways. The data collected helps improve the Smog Check Program and clean air efforts.

The replacement converter must be from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or a California Air Resources Board approved aftermarket converter with an assigned Executive Order (EO) number …

Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection Program, Chapter 1, Division 33, Title 16, California Code of Regulations Licensing information: Find licensing requirements and application steps to get a vehicle …

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Smog Check inspections Smog Check licensees provide emissions services, including inspections and repairs. Inspectors use one of two systems depending on vehicle age, weight, and fuel type. The …