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Home page - Bureau of Automotive Repair The Bureau of Automotive Repair serves Californians through effective regulation of the automotive repair and Smog Check industry
Online Services - Bureau of Automotive Repair 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 STAR report card, and more
About the Bureau of Automotive Repair Learn about the Bureau of Automotive Repair, including an overview on who we license, our programs, and our leadership
Online License Renewal - Bureau of Automotive Repair 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 Smog Check Inspector and Smog Check Repair Technician licenses that will expire within the next 150 days or have not been expired for more than one year Please select the appropriate license type
Vehicle safety systems inspections - Bureau of Automotive Repair Vehicle safety systems inspections Vehicle safety systems inspection stations provide comprehensive inspections of vehicle safety systems Technicians licensed to verify safety systems perform the inspections The technician enters inspection results into the BAR Safety Inspection System (BAR-SIS) The BAR-SIS issues an electronic certificate of compliance if the vehicle passes The vehicle
News and updates for licensees and industry - Bureau of Automotive Repair New tear down disclosure requirements now in effect—Updated Write It Right guide available NEW New tear down requirements for automotive repair dealers are effective July 1 These changes are part of the Bureau of Automotive Repair’s (BAR) approved regulatory action to update to Title 16 of the California Code (sections 3303, 3352, and 3353) Key regulatory changes Adds and amends
Smog Check inspections - Bureau of Automotive Repair 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 BAR On-Board Diagnostic Inspection System collects data from 2000 and newer vehicles The BAR-97 Emissions Inspection System measures tailpipe emissions on 1999 and older vehicles Stations may also get