CARB CLEAN TRUCK CHECK & COMPLIANCE

I've spent the last several years watching California's trucking industry navigate one of the most significant regulatory changes in recent memory. Senate Bill 210 — better known as SB 210 or the Clean Truck Check program — has fundamentally changed what it means to keep a commercial fleet compliant in this state. If you operate heavy-duty vehicles in California and you're still not sure exactly what SB 210 requires, this post will clear it up. What is SB 210? Senate Bill 210

One of the first questions I get when a new customer calls is "what kind of test do I need?" It's a fair question — California's Clean Truck Check program has two distinct test types and figuring out which one applies to your vehicle is the first step in getting compliant. The answer is actually straightforward once you know the rule. Let me break it down. The simple rule: it comes down to engine model year If your truck has a 2013 or newer model year diesel engine — or a 201

If you're reading this, there's a good chance you just found out your truck has a DMV registration hold and you need it cleared as fast as possible. I deal with this situation regularly and I want to give you the clearest, most direct explanation of what's happening and what to do about it. What is a CARB DMV registration hold? California's DMV places a registration hold on heavy-duty vehicles that are not compliant with CARB's Clean Truck Check program. When your vehicle has