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

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

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

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, …

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 …

The BAR-OIS and BAR-SIS systems consist of the same equipment—including a BAR-certified Data Acquisition Device (DAD), biometric palm scanner, and other off-the-shelf …

Vehicle safety systems inspections Vehicle safety systems inspection stations provide comprehensive inspections of vehicle safety systems. Technicians licensed to verify safety …

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

Contact the Bureau of Automotive RepairBAR field offices provide support services to license applicants and licensees. Locations: Bakersfield, Culver City, Fresno, Hercules, Riverside, …

Automotive repair dealers must display required signs. This includes the Automotive Repair Dealer sign. A station sign is also required for each station license. Smog Check stations must …