What's New I Testing Requirements I Testing Elements I FAQ

Effective July 1, 2008, the following changes begin:

1995 and Older Vehicles Exempted

Model Year 1968-1995 vehicles will no longer need to meet the emission testing requirement prior to license plate renewal or at the time the vehicle changes ownership and is registered.

Until July 1, we will continue to provide you with retests and diagnostic support as needed for your vehicle to fulfill its existing emissions inspection requirement.  Because the statutory date is so near, however, you do have an option if your vehicle has failed the inspection.  Even if you fail to pursue repairs or return for a retest, you will be cleared to renew your vehicle registration after June 30.

The choice is yours.  However, here are several reasons to consider pursuing an appropriate vehicle repair:

• Timely repairs will help preserve your vehicle's market value.
• Timely repairs will help preserve any extended warranties for your vehicle.
• Emissions-related repairs frequently result inn improved fuel economy and drivability.
  If your vehicle registration renewal date is earlier than July 1, you will be subject to citation and fine for driving on expired plates until July 1 or later, depending on when you purchase your registration renewal. Services are now available at all vehicle emission test stations. Plates or stickers are given to the customer upon completing the transaction. Titles are printed and mailed from Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in Madison.

In addition, 1968-1995 model year vehicles which have not started the testing process for newly purchased vehicles with a testing required before July 1, 2008 or license plate expiring before July 1, 2008 will not be tested.

1996 and Newer Vehicles Weighing More Than 8500 Pounds Exempted

All 1996 and newer vehicles weighing more than 8500 pounds will not require testing. 

Gas Cap Test Eliminated

All vehicles receiving an OBD test will no longer require a gas cap test.

Waukesha South Facility Closed

The Waukesha South facility, located at 1408 Poplar Drive is closing due to low volumes.  The Waukesha North facility, located at 508 Blue Mound Road is still open.  To locate alternate testing sites and maps, click Here

Titling Service Now Available At All Emission Test Stations. 

Titling Services are now available at all vehicle emission test stations. Plates or stickers are given to the customer upon completing the transaction. Titles are printed and mailed from Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in Madison.

Title transactions processed:  

• Issue and transfer car (AUT) and small truck (ATK) plate types
• Transfer the following plate types: 
  • Civilian group (CVG), including Endangered Resources, Freemason, Ducks Unlimited, Lao Veteran, Celebrate Children and Green Bay Packer
  • Motorcycle (CYC)
  • Disabled (DIS)
  • Dual Purpose Farm (DPF) 
  • Dual Purpose Vehicle (DPV)
  • 12, 000 pound Farm (FRM) 
  • Higher Education Group (HEG)
  • Military Group (MLG)
• Renewal transactions: AUT, ATK, CVG, CYC, DIS, DPF, DPV, FRM (12000 lb), HEG, MLG, MPD

There is a service fee of  $19.50 for a title transaction.

Need more information?
1-800-242-7510 (Within Wisconsin)
1-414-266-1080
http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/drivers/vehicles/im.htm