Many Galveston County Cars Need an Emissions Check

Most gasoline cars from 2 through 24 model years old need an OBDII emissions test when they are registered or mainly driven in Galveston County. Diesel cars and other exempt vehicles follow different rules.

The test reads the car's emissions system through its computer port. A passing result normally reaches the state by computer.

The owner must still renew online, by mail, or in person and pay the listed fees. Keep the Vehicle Inspection Report in case the computer record is delayed.