If you are considering retiring your vehicle to switch to a cleaner alternative, you might find these upcoming local clinics and expos helpful: Date : May 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM
: Veggielution Community Farm, 647 South King Road, San Jose, CA
: Test drive electric cars and get info on lowering expenses while reducing pollution. Expand map
: Generally, the vehicle must be currently registered in California with a valid Smog Check. Ownership : You must be the registered owner of the vehicle. How to Apply
Retire your vehicle - California Bureau of Automotive Repair - CA.gov
You can check your eligibility and submit an application through the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) website .
If your vehicle failed its Smog Check but you'd rather fix it than retire it, BAR also offers , which may provide up to $1,450 for emissions-related repairs. Related Events
The offers a vehicle retirement option that pays eligible owners to take older, high-polluting vehicles off the road. This "buy back" initiative is designed to improve air quality by encouraging the removal of operational but "clunky" cars from California's streets. Program Benefits & Payment