In Los Angeles County, Police have started to take vehicle emissions enforcement to a whole new level by implementing Smog Check Points similar to how they have done DUI checkpoints in the past. These new Smog Check points are set up in high density areas across the county and require Angelenos to stop and have their cars exhaust fumes measured using a testing device. The goal with this type of enforcement is to catch gross polluting vehicle owners in the act. Cars are than towed if found to be emitting emissions beyond the legal limit. The end cost to the drivers who get caught can be enormous due to the fines and towing fees, not to mention the lost time. Smog test stations like Lake Smog Test in Pasadena encourage motorists to perform the state required emissions inspection in a timely manner to avoid any of these potential issues.

      One of the reasons Police agencies have decided to go this route is because some vehicle owners decide to modify their cars exhaust system and intentionally remove the catalytic converter (CAT) for performance gains. Most cars will yield higher performance figures at the cost of increased pollution if the CAT is illegally removed. Therefore, this type of enforcement tests all cars, even if they are brand new. It is important to make sure your vehicle is operating within the laws of California in order to avoid being fined during these Smog Check Points. Make sure to visit a STAR Certified Smog Check Station like Lake Smog in Pasadena California to have your vehicle accurately tested with only the best equipment available. 

Lake Smog Test Only
Pasadena, CA 91104
626 -798-0049



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      California is the most populated state in the nation with nearly 40 million people! On top of that, we are only behind Texas in land size within the continental US. These factors result in the Golden State having the highest number of cars of all the 50 states. With these enormous figures, it is critical that California enforces certain emission standards to ensure the well being of our environment for generations to come. Many other states have followed suite and began to require vehicle emissions inspections following in our footsteps. Since it's inception, California's emissions protocols have helped significantly reduce the amount of air pollution our vehicles emit and has helped remove millions of gross polluting automobiles from our roads. 
       Have you ever been behind a pre-1975 car and thought to yourself "What is this horrible smell?!" Well before the US changed it's laws in 1975, every vehicle on our roads smelled just like that due to the lack of a catalytic converter in the exhaust system. We now know that these horrible exhaust fumes are not only damaging for the environment but also a serious health risk for our bodies! With today's efficient catalytic converters found on all cars model year 1975 & newer, we no longer expose ourselves to these harmful fumes. Do your part, make sure your car is operating within the legal emissions standards of California and visit a Smog Test center.


Lake Smog Test Only
​626-798-0049
765 E. Washington Blvd.
Pasadena CA 91104