Resources for Stations and Inspectors
Inspection Update Newsletter
The Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) and their contractor, Opus Inspection Technologies, Inc., recognize the need to keep vehicle inspection and repair professionals up-to-date with changes to the Massachusetts Vehicle Check Program, technical lessons learned and other related information. A newsletter, Inspection Update, is published quarterly with useful program information for licensed inspectors and registered repair technicians and facilities.
Because MassDEP, RMV and Opus are committed to conserving natural resources, the newsletter is now distributed exclusively by email to stations/inspectors and Registered Techs. In addition, an electronic version is posted on the Program website.
2025 Equipment Upgrade Information
In 2025, the Massachusetts Vehicle Check (MVC) Opus Team will be visiting your station to upgrade some of your workstation components. This upgrade will be completed at no charge to your Inspection Station. The equipment that will be replaced (with this contract extension) includes the computer, VIR printer, Inspector camera, sticker printer, and inspection bay cameras.
The new cameras will be shipped / delivered to your station 2 weeks before our visit. This will allow you sufficient time to install the cameras prior to our arrival for the installation of the remaining equipment. New cameras must be installed prior to our arrival and will be compatible with the current equipment so it should be seamless to you.
The MVC Team will hold open houses at our MAC Facilities, more details to follow.
View the February 20th Virtual Meeting PowerPoint Presentation
Videos
These videos are designed as a helpful resource to stations and inspectors for training and support:
Downloads and Forms
The following is a list of all downloadable PDFs from this section of the website:
540 CMR 21.00 7D Semi-annual Safety Inspection of School Pupil Transport Vehicles
Inspection Station Renewal Application (*After you click on the link to the left, select Business Services and then Inspection Station Services)
Inspector License Application (*After you click on the link to the left, select Professional Licenses and then Inspector License)
Inspection Station Equipment - Approved Third Party Equipment Vendors
RMV Business Partner Contact and eServices Administrator Access Forms
RMV Inspection Station Updates: Vehicle Inspection Report (VIR) and Sticker Expiration
Contacts and Links
The following are some helpful links for repair technicians, inspectors and station owners:
Inspection and Maintenance Program Advisory Council (IMPAC)
Massachusetts Vehicle Check relies on more than the Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) and their contractor to meet its goals. The vehicle inspection and repair industry, dealer groups and commercial fleet operators are all integral contributors to the program’s success in achieving cleaner air and safer roads across the Commonwealth.
To give these important stakeholders a voice in the design, implementation and operation of Massachusetts Vehicle Check, the agencies convened the Inspection & Maintenance Program Advisory Council (IMPAC).
IMPAC meets quarterly to provide industry representatives an opportunity to learn about and discuss issues that are germane and of consequence to their businesses and operations, including program and policy changes, training programs and advances in technology.
Industry associations currently participating include:
Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP) Massachusetts
Massachusetts Independent Automobile Dealers Association (MIADA)
New England Service Station and Automotive Repair Association (NESSARA)
If you wish to participate in IMPAC meetings, please call our Customer Service Center at 1-844-358-0135 to verify you have the most current information.
Links to Resources
Massachusetts Vehicle Check Logos
Please read the Massachusetts Vehicle Check Program Logo Style Guide for directions on appropriate use and application of the logo.
Style Guide
PDF, 1.5MB
Logos
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