Program Description
Since 1997, ESP has managed Indiana’s vehicle emissions testing program in Lake and Porter counties, testing as many as 200,000 cars per year. The Clean Air Car Check program includes seven northern Indiana stations, with 22 testing lanes. Stations are located in Hammond, Griffith, Hobart, Crown Point, Valparaiso, Gary and Portage, Indiana.
Four types of tests are conducted in conjunction with the Indiana program:
- gas cap pressure test for all vehicles;
- BAR 90 single-idle speed test for 1976 – 1980 model years;
- Inspection/Maintenance 93 for model years 1981 – 1995;
- OBDII for vehicles 1996 and newer.
Clean Air Car Check is currently in the process of studying the impact of liquid and vapor hydrocarbon leaks in vehicles failing the emissions inspection.
Community Relations
An innovative community relations and public information strategy includes a bilingual website, personal attention delivered by live customer service representatives, and an active and positive community presence that includes partnerships with like-minded organizations, youth outreach and sponsorships.
Repair Industry Support
Indiana also boasts a comprehensive repair effectiveness program that includes available advanced diagnostic information for technicians, a full-time diagnostic technician who assists motorists and technicians in emissions diagnostics, a free Repair Advice Program offering a free cursory diagnosis and repair recommendations, and numerous training opportunities for professional automotive technicians. ESP also offers a 60-hour Indiana Certified Emission Repair Technician training course annually.