We have prepared a list of certified emissions inspections stations, sorted by county. This list will be updated frequently as more stations become certified. Queens Nassau Suffolk Rockland Westchester Upstate Area Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Program Upstate is defined as the 53 counties excluding the five boroughs of New York City, and Nassau, Suffolk, Rockland and Westchester Counties. In January 1998, a new emissions systems and gas cap check was introduced in these counties. The upstate test includes a visual inspection of the air pollution control devices and a gas cap check.
Testing is done annually at the same time as the safety inspection.
The fee reflects additional labor costs. Vehicles Exempt from the Test Vehicles less than two model years old, or more than 25 model years old, diesels, electric vehicles, motorcycles and vehicles with historic or farm equipment registration are exempt from emissions inspection. Annual safety inspections are still required for all vehicles unless otherwise exempt by law. For more information about safety inspections, see our brochure Vehicle Safety Inspection Program for Cars and Light Trucks. If a Vehicle Fails Inspection By Federal law, a vehicle must pass the emissions test to receive an inspection sticker, and a vehicle that does not pass may be denied a registration.