- Home page - Bureau of Automotive Repair
The Bureau of Automotive Repair serves Californians through effective regulation of the automotive repair and Smog Check industry
- 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 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 definitions
- Contact us - Bureau of Automotive Repair
Contact the Bureau of Automotive RepairBAR field offices provide support services to license applicants and licensees Locations: Bakersfield, Culver City, Fresno, Hercules, Riverside, Sacramento, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Ana, South El Monte, South San Francisco, Valencia Email: BARenforcement@dca ca gov Phone: (279) 237-3570 Self-service options: Request a BAR speaker Request a certificate
- 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
- Smog Check: When you need one and whats required
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, helping you avoid costly problems later on Find out if your vehicle needs a Smog Check and what's required
- Final Statement of Reasons Readiness Monitor Limits
The Bureau of Automotive Repair (Bureau or BAR) staff noticed the proposed rulemaking with a 45-day comment period ending on December 16, 2024 The Bureau received 10 comments during the comment period No public hearing was held
- 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
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