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Here at Emissions Depot we have been distributing the HEM Data Clean Truck Check device and their Pre-Check solution for a while. Technicians love the simplicity of the device, and how there is no need for a laptop. Below are some commonly answered questions and some answers to them. CTC Device How does the CTC device work?A. This device is ideal for individuals who are on the go. All you need is the 9-pin streamer (dongle) and an iPad or iPhone. The test results are uploaded through the app, p …

California’s Clean Truck Check (CTC) program is catching many people off guard, including heavy-duty vehicle owners, DMV staff, and even smog testing centers. As this new program rolls out, we wanted to report on what we're seeing out there in the early days, and help smog testing centers and automotive service providers get into the space.What's Going On?Recently, California smog testing centers have started receiving requests to perform HD I/M Clean Truck Check (CTC) tests. These requests …

To help you understand the potential revenue your smog inspection station could generate from providing HD I/M compliance testing services, below are revenue estimates based on different volumes of truck checks per month.Assumptions: $50 per check for vehicles equipped with 2013 and newer engines using ROBD. $70 per check for vehicles equipped with engines older than 2013. For simplicity, we'll assume that 60% of the vehicles tested are 2013 or newer (charged at …

OverviewThe California Clean Truck Check (CTC) Heavy-Duty Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance (HD I/M) Program mandates periodic emissions testing and compliance verification for heavy-duty vehicles operating within the state. As a smog inspection station, you can expand your services to include testing for this program. This guide will walk you through the steps to become a certified HD I/M tester, perform inspections, and comply with reporting requirements.Step 1: Obtain HD I/M Tester Cre …

Are you confused about the new Clean Truck Check program? At Emissions Depot we aim to demystify everything related to emissions testing. The Clean Truck Check regulation (HD I/M), on behalf of California Air Resources Board (CARB) was approved in December 2021 and began phased implementation in January 2023. In 2024 and 2025, the program's enforcement will step up. The program includes periodic vehicle testing, emissions monitoring, and expanded enforcement to identify and repair heavy-duty veh …