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 …

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

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

BAR's online services offer our stakeholders a quick and easy way to access our programs and information online. Find an auto shop, lookup a license, file a complaint, renew a license, check a …

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 …

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, …

Legislation and Regulations Update Holly Helsing / Kayla Shelton BAR Executive Office July 18, 2024

Network sizes in other states range from as few as three stations in the District of Columbia, to as many as 5,200 in Texas. Delaware, Indiana, and Oregon each have less than 10 stations in their test …

Legislation and Regulations Update Holly Helsing / Kayla Shelton BAR Executive Office April 24, 2025

Updated Write It Right guide provides updates and clarifications for automotive repair dealers NEW BAR has updated the Write It Right guide. The updated guide clarifies existing requirements and reflects …