Please consider supporting our efforts with a subscription to the New York publication nearest you. Check out the latest offer. New York extends vehicle inspection, registration expiration dates again. What to know. Facebook Twitter Email. There are about 10, auto shops with state certification to perform inspections, according to Wayne Bombardiere, executive director of the state Association of Service Stations and Repair Shops.
Those shops were deemed essential by the state, so they've remained open during the COVID pandemic. And, more importantly, a lag in inspections could mean more cars with safety issues are on the roadways when they otherwise would have been flagged for repairs, he said.
He continued: "If our businesses are open and functioning, there's no reason people couldn't get their car inspected. More: Sandra Lee's finished basement lacks building permit at Cuomo's official residence. A chance to reconsider inspections? John Corlett, AAA Northeast's director of public and government affairs, said the current situation could be a chance for New York to reexamine its inspection system and determine whether the annual requirement is still necessary.
While the DMV is encouraging motorists to get their inspections, the agency has not given any indication about how much notice will be given before Cuomo's order is rescinded. In either case, if your license was valid at any time during your military service, the DMV will renew it.
For renewing a registration that expired while you were on active military duty, you have 60 days from your date of return to New York to submit proof of military service or separation in order to renew the registration. Note that this extension applies only to vehicles registered to the person in the military, not those registered to any family members. One thing you're not allowed to let lapse while you are away is the liability insurance coverage on the vehicle; you must maintain this at all times or else surrender your license plates before you ship out.
However, the DMV offers a bit of slack here as well. If you are unable to maintain liability insurance, the DMV can exempt you from "administrative actions" stiff penalties for lapsed insurance that might include fines and the loss of your driver license as long as you provide a notarized statement that the vehicle was not used during the period it was uninsured.
Along with this, you'll need to submit a copy of your military ID, proof that the vehicle is now insured or that you have surrendered the plates , and signed and dated copies of your deployment and return papers.
The exam given for vehicle inspection applicants is made up of three groups of questions, which each cover different parts of the vehicle inspection process. Part one covers the ability to inspect all vehicles under 18, pounds, and that seat less than 15 passengers. Part two covers the ability to inspect all vehicles over 18, pounds, and which seat more than 14 passengers. Part three covers the ability to inspect motorcycles.
Most vehicles, with a few exceptions, must also get an emissions test at the same time as the safety inspection. Only the following vehicles are exempt from emissions tests:. During an inspection , an automotive service technician will inspect the following vehicle components or systems:. Our certified mobile mechanics perform over services, including diagnostics, brakes, oil changes, scheduled mileage maintenances, and will come to you with all necessary parts and tools.
Our certified mobile mechanics make house calls in over 2, U. Fast, free online quotes for your car repair. New York vehicle inspector qualifications In order to become a vehicle inspector in the state of New York, an applicant who is at least 17 years of age must submit an application to the Department of Motor Vehicles. This applicant must meet one of the following qualifications: Must have at least one year of experience repairing motor vehicles; this one year must have occurred within the past five years, and must have taken place in an approved study program through an auto mechanic school, or a firm in the automotive industry.
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