States Requiring Safety Inspections (as of 2025)

• Examples: Pennsylvania, New York, Texas, Virginia, North Carolina, Missouri, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, West Virginia, Maine, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Delaware.
• Frequency: Typically annual or biennial, often tied to registration renewal.
• Details: Inspections cover brakes, tires, lights, horns, mirrors, etc. Conducted at state-approved facilities (e.g., auto shops or DMV centers). Fees range from $10–$50.

States Requiring Emissions Tests

• Examples: California, Colorado, Illinois (select counties), Arizona, Nevada, Maryland, New Jersey, Connecticut, Georgia (metro Atlanta), Wisconsin, Indiana.
• Frequency: Annual or biennial, often in urban areas with air quality regulations.
• Details: Required for vehicles in specific counties or regions (e.g., California’s smog check for most vehicles over 8 years old). Fees are ~$20–$70.

States with No Inspections

• Examples: Florida (for most vehicles), Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, Arkansas, South Carolina, Oklahoma, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana.
• Note: Even in these states, VIN verification may be required for title transfers or out-of-state vehicles.

Hybrid Requirements

• Some states (e.g., Texas) require safety inspections for all vehicles but emissions tests only in certain counties (e.g., Dallas, Houston).
• Others (e.g., New York) combine safety and emissions in one inspection for applicable regions.