What would be the case if the diesel-powered vehicle is registered in NY State and is older than model year 1996 with a GVWR less than 8501 pounds?
in that case, the vehicle is exempt from the OBDII emissions inspection , the low - enhanced emissions inspection , or the diesel emissions inspection.
what is needed to become a diesel emissions inspection station?
the station have to buy a DMV-approved smokemeter. The station can only perform the inspections if it is licensed to conduct a safety inspection for diesel-powered vehicles.