Does the STAR certified program allow all types of stations to perform inspections on directed vehicles?

The STAR certified program is designed to enhance the quality of smog checks and includes specific criteria that stations must meet to be certified. Under this program, only designated types of stations can perform inspections on directed vehicles, which are those vehicles that have been flagged for more rigorous testing due to their previous emissions test results, among other factors.

Repair-only stations do not have the additional certification required to conduct inspections under the STAR program. Their focus is primarily on repairing vehicles rather than conducting inspections. Therefore, while all test-only stations are qualified, repair-only stations are explicitly excluded from performing inspections on directed vehicles. This distinction is crucial in maintaining the integrity and reliability of emissions testing, ensuring that only qualified stations conduct these evaluations.

This aspect of the STAR program aims to improve air quality and enforce compliance with emissions standards effectively.