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

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 …

This report summarizes Smog Check Inspection data for February 2025.

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 emissions repairs, …

Readiness Monitor Limits NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bureau of Automotive Repair (Bureau) is proposing to take the rulemaking action described in the Informative Digest below, after considering …

Jurisdictional Matters On September 21, 2021, the BAR issued Smog Check Inspector (EO) License Number EO 643273 to respondent Freddy Delgado-Lugo. The EO license was in full force and effect …

Amend Section 3340.42.2 of Division 33 of Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations to read as follows: 3340.42.2. Test Methods and Standards for the On-Board Diagnostic Inspection. Effective …

New tear down disclosure requirements now in effect—Updated Write It Right guide available New tear down requirements for automotive repair dealers are effective July 1. These changes are part of the …

The Bureau of Automotive Repair’s - Automotive Repair and Smog Check Newsletter Spring 2025 edition - Guidance on business or ownership changes.

Amend Section 3340.42.2 of Division 33 of Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations to read as follows: 3340.42.2. Test Methods and Standards for the On-Board Diagnostic Inspection. Effective …