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 …

How to get licensed!Review the laws and regulations. Understanding the requirements now can help you avoid compliance issues later. Automotive Repair Act and all related laws and regulations Write It …

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

Learn about the Bureau of Automotive Repair, including an overview on who we license, our programs, and our leadership.

Renew your license!BAR recommends renewing your license online. This helps avoid mailing delays and reduces processing time. If you renew by mail, include the following: A copy of your license The …

The CAP vehicle retirement option offers eligible consumers a financial incentive to retire their operational vehicle at a BAR-contracted auto dismantler. Review the list of available BAR-contracted …

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, …

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 during the …

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

BAR news and updates.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 …