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 …

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

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, …

Online license renewal is available for Automotive Repair Dealer (ARD) registrations and station licenses that will expire within the next 90 days or have not been expired for more than one year, and …

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.

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 …

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 …

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

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 …