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 …

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

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 …

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 equipment—and require …

Vehicle safety systems inspections Vehicle safety systems inspection stations provide comprehensive inspections of vehicle safety systems. Technicians licensed to verify safety systems perform the …

License information for automotive repair businesses.Important! Write It Right! Our quick-reference guide is designed to help you comply with documentation and authorization requirements Get …

The Bureau of Automotive Repair’s - Automotive Repair and Smog Check Newsletter Spring 2025 edition - Licensing data.

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

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.