Everything About California Smog Checks and Smog Tests

jvandertol Oct 10, 2014 smog check, smog test

Do Hybrid Vehicles Require a Smog Check

Currently hybrid vehicles are exempt from smog checks. However in 2015 hybrids may be required to check their vehicles like most others do in California...

Administrator Nov 11, 2013 emissions testing, smog check, smog tests

5 Important Smog Check Tips

Five important tips to ensure your car has the highest chance of passing a smog check. These simple inexpensive actions can help save you time and frustration....

Administrator Aug 15, 2012 emissions testing, smog check, smog tests

How Often is a Smog Check Required in California

This post discusses how often a smog check is required in California. The quick answer is that it depends on where you live as California is divided into areas that determine test requirements....

Administrator Aug 13, 2012 emissions testing, smog check, smog tests

What Does AB-2289 Mean for Consumers Needing to Smog Check Their Vehicles

The STAR program which is established by bill AB-2289 is the biggest change to the California smog check program in decades. It creates a new category of testing stations, STAR stations and simplifies the testing process for some vehicles...