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Calif. Smog Test On 400H


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I bought a new 2006 RX 400H and it is now 2014 and I still don't have a smog test required. Has anyone out their had to do a Ca. smog test on their hybrid including Prius.

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Smog inspections are required unless your vehicle is:



  • Hybrid

  • Gasoline powered 1975 year model or older

  • Diesel powered 1997 year model and older or with a Gross Vehicle Weight rating (GVWR) of more than 14,000 lbs

  • Electric

  • Natural gas powered with a GVWR rating of more than 14,000 lbs.

  • Motorcycle

  • Trailer
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I wonder if smog testing hybrids with current process and methodology will be useful, I assume most hybrids run in full electric mode during the short cycle on rollers. Maybe that's why no smog test is currently required.

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Knowing CARB, I wouldn't be surprised if they raise the two test speeds from 15 and 25 MPH to 35 and 45 MPH. Hey, they have to make money in some way or another!

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