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

The Bureau of Automotive Repair's auto shop locator allows you to find licensed automotive repair dealers near you.

Maintenance and repairs Regular maintenance and repairs help keep your vehicle safe and reliable. It’s important to choose a licensed auto shop for these services to ensure the work is …

Apply for vehicle retirement Our vehicle retirement option offers an incentive for retiring your operational vehicle. To qualify, your vehicle must be drivable and you must meet eligibility …

The Bureau of Automotive Repair serves Californians through effective regulation of the automotive repair and Smog Check industry.

This report summarizes Smog Check Inspection data for February 2025.

The BAR-OIS and BAR-SIS systems consist of the same equipment—including a BAR-certified Data Acquisition Device (DAD), biometric palm scanner, and other off-the-shelf …

While driving from California to Arizona, J.S. noticed her car had no transmission fluid in it and had the car trailered to a repair facility in Norco, California, where the transmission gasket was …

The Bureau of Automotive Repair (Bureau or BAR) staff noticed the proposed rulemaking with a 45-day comment period ending on December 16, 2024. The Bureau received 10 comments …

Smog Checks help keep California's air clean and your vehicle running smoothly. Regular inspections check that your vehicle meets emissions standards. They also identify needed …