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Find similar grantsConsumer Assistance Program (CAP) is sponsored by State of California. Provides repair assistance for vehicles that failed a Smog Check, covering up to $1,450 for eligible repairs.
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Repair or retire your vehicle with the Consumer Assistance Program - Bureau of Automotive Repair Consumer Assistance Program incentive amounts increase on January 1. Apply on or after this date to qualify for the new amounts.
Repair or retire your vehicle with the Consumer Assistance Program The Bureau of Automotive Repair's Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) offers eligible consumers repair assistance and vehicle retirement options to help improve California's air quality. Participation is based on meeting eligibility requirements and the availability of funds each fiscal year (July 1-June 30).
Get repair assistance if your vehicle fails a Smog Check Get a financial incentive to retire your vehicle Upload documents including proof of household income your submitted application Find other options that may be right for you Drive Clean in the San Joaquin - Tune In & Tune Up events in San Joaquin Valley Old Car Buy Back and Scrap Program - Antelope Valley, San Francisco Bay Area, San Luis Obispo County, Mojave Desert, Ventura County Old-Vehicle Scrapping Program - Greater Los Angeles Area Association of California Car Clubs - Classic cars Sell your vehicle directly to a local dismantler Donate the vehicle to a charitable organization Drive Clean Assistance Program - Statewide Replace Your Ride - Greater Los Angeles Area Association of California Car Clubs - Classic cars California’s Low Cost Auto Insurance Program – Provides low cost auto insurance to qualified drivers Department of Motor Vehicles – Register your vehicle, apply for planned non-operation certification, renew a driver license, and more Smog Check Referee - Assists consumers with Smog Check inspection disputes, inspections of unusual vehicles, and locating hard-to-find emissions parts
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: California residents with vehicles that failed a Smog Check, meeting specific income and vehicle requirements. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $1,450. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) is funded by State of California. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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