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

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 …

Smog Check inspections Smog Check licensees provide emissions services, including inspections and repairs. Inspectors use one of two systems depending on vehicle age, weight, …

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

The Bureau of Automotive Repair’s Vehicle Inspection Results page, displays Inspection history based on the vehicle VIN or license plate.

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

Lookup data for STAR certified technicians and stations.