Smog checks are about ensuring your vehicle produces an acceptable amount of emissions. They involve a thorough multi-step inspection to identify reasons for non-compliance and issue repair ...

You can read more on the state’s smog check FAQs here. This new test regimen is only for newer vehicles, those with OBDII ports, which provide a way to peek at engine-management software.

Smog checks for trucks are such a no-brainer that in 2019 Newsom and other lawmakers were surprised to learn they weren’t already required, ...

If your older vehicle just failed its smog test, you’re not alone—and you’re not the first Californian to do the math and ...

Currently, every car in California newer than model year 1975 is subject to regular smog tests.These checks typically must be done every two years to renew your registration, as well as any time a ...

A group of 12 Californians is facing criminal charges after state officials say they found a way to cheat the smog check system. Hossam “Sam” Hemdan of Hawthorne began selling devices known as ...

Licensed smog check inspectors will have to register a palm print with the authority. This will then be used for logging into the BAR-OIS software which is used to run smog inspections.

Well, another year and it’s time again to renew one’s car registration, starting with a smog check if your car or truck is more than two years old. What a rip-off for Nevadans, especially ...

Peterbilt has added a new sleeper option for the new Model 589. Also: Calif. extends emissions testing deadline for new "smog check" program; changes ahead for under-21 interstate program; recalls ...