Industry Smog’s license suspension marks the third Los Angeles area repair facility suspended in three months as a direct result of BAR investigations.
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Attend annual California Automotive Technical Education Alliance Conference
This two-day conference brings together leaders from the automotive and education communities to explore key issues shaping the future of the industry.
BAR Meeting Summary: Help is available for independent shops to obtain automaker service info
Read key takeaways from July’s meeting on access to OE service information, Smog Check Program improvements, fraudulent towing, enforcement stats and more.
Bureau of Automotive Repair seeks shop input on airbag regulatory action
The proposed regulatory action would expand airbag safety requirements for automotive repair dealers with the following changes noted here.
Los Angeles-area auto repair shop’s license suspended after investigation
Bureau of Automotive Repair reports that LA Custom Collision engaged in predatory towing practices and charged up to $4,000 for four hours of storage.
Meeting Summary: O2 sensor defeat devices, consumer complaints, enforcement actions and more
A total of 35,431 automotive repair dealers are under the purview of BAR rules and regulations. Here's the latest from its recent Advisory Committee meeting.
Bureau of Automotive Repair highlights new regulations and more
Newly formed coalition of automotive educators, transportation employer associations, industry leaders, OEM partners and education policymakers to hold introductory meeting, Feb. 11.


