Inspection & Maintenance (I/M)
News and Publications

Publications
Evaluation of the Decentralized Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program for 2007 4/08 PDF
Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program Brochure 9/07 PDF
Frequently Asked Questions About Emissions Waivers 01/08 PDF
Air Pollution Vehicle Parts Exempt from State Sales Tax Fact Sheet 06/07 PDF
Consumer Protection Information for Used Car Buyers Fact Sheet 06/07 PDF
Emissions Test Requirements for Government Fleet Vehicles Fact Sheet 06/07 PDF
Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program Frequently Asked Questions 07/07 PDF
On-Board Diagnostics (OBDII) Pass/Fail Test Criteria 06/07 PDF
On-Board Diagnostics (OBDII) Fact Sheet 07/07 PDF
Preventive Maintenance Tips 06/07 PDF
Repair Industry Frequently Asked Questions 07/07 PDF
Waiver Criteria 6/07 PDF
News Releases
Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program Completes Six Months of Testing
APRIL 10, 2008 -- Since Oct. 1, licensed inspection stations have performed more than 350,000 on-board diagnostics emissions tests at 729 testing locations in the St. Louis nonattainment area as part of the Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program. More
Emissions Program Gets Back into Swing in November
NOV. 7, 2007 -- The Missouri Department of Revenue reminded vehicle owners in the St. Louis area that they will need to complete emissions and/or safety inspections to renew their vehicle’s registration. More
Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program Completes First Month of Emissions Testing and Safety Inspections
NOV. 1, 2007 -- The Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program has completed its first month of testing. Since Oct. 1, licensed inspection stations have performed more than 50,000 on-board diagnostics emissions tests at 520 auto shops in the St. Louis nonattainment area. More
The Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program Completes First Day of Emissions Testing and Safety Inspections in the St. Louis Area
OCT. 2, 2007 -- The Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program began yesterday in the St. Louis area. By noon today, the program had received 1,669 vehicle test records from 202 licensed auto shops. As of this morning, the state has licensed 269 auto shops to perform on-board diagnostics emissions testing as well as safety inspections for St. Louis area motorists. More
Vehicle Emissions Testing Begins Oct. 1 in the St. Louis Area
SEPT. 28, 2007 -- St. Louis area motorists will take part in a new emissions testing program starting Oct. 1. The Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program has licensed auto shops to perform on-board diagnostics emissions testing. More
Department of Natural Resources will Phase in the Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program
AUG. 20, 2007 -- The Missouri Department of Natural Resources will phase in the new vehicle emissions testing requirements for St. Louis area motorists through September. Official emissions testing under the new program will now begin Monday, Oct. 1. More
Department of Revenue - New Schedule for Emissions Program Implementation Announced
AUG. 20, 2007 -- St. Louis area motorists required to obtain an emissions inspection in September have a reprieve, albeit a short one. Residents of the City of St. Louis, St. Louis County, St. Charles County, Jefferson County, and Franklin County currently participate in the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Gateway Clean Air Program, which will end September 1, 2007. More
Auto Shops Continue to Sign Up for the New Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program in St. Louis Area
AUG. 15, 2007 -- More than 650 auto shops have signed up to join the Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program in the St. Louis area, according to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. More
State Encourages St. Louis Area Auto Repair Shops to Participate in Emissions Testing Program
JUNE 22, 2007 -- The Missouri Department of Natural Resources and SysTech International LLC are encouraging St. Louis auto shops to sign up for the new Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program. More
Department of Natural Resources Awards Contract for Combined Vehicle Emissions, Safety Inspection Program for St. Louis
MAY 30, 2007 -- The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has signed a contract with SysTech International LLC to provide equipment and data management services for the Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program. The program will combine motor vehicle emissions testing and safety inspections in the St. Louis area. More
Missouri Air Conservation Commission Hosts Public Meeting April 26 in Jefferson City
APRIL 20, 2007 -- A new rule, 10 CSR 10-5.381, On-Board Diagnostics Motor Vehicle Emissions Inspection, will also be proposed for adoption. More
Missouri Air Conservation Commission Hosts Public Meeting March 29 in West Plains
MARCH 26, 2007 -- A new rule, 10 CSR 10-5.381, On-Board Diagnostics Motor Vehicle Emissions Inspection, will also be presented at the hearing. More
Proposed Inspection and Maintenance Rules to Implement New Emissions Testing in St. Louis Area Have Been Published
FEB. 23, 2007 -- Proposed rules to implement the new vehicle emissions inspection program were published in the February 15 issue of the Missouri Register. More
Department of Natural Resources Seeks Bids for Combined Vehicle Emissions, Safety Inspection Program for St. Louis
DEC. 19, 2006 -- The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is seeking proposals for implementing a new state law that would combine motor vehicle emissions testing and safety inspections in the St. Louis area. More
