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Gov. Newsom signs Leno's Law, exempting more classic cars from smog tests
ABC7 Los Angeles • • general
Key Points:
- Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 1392, known as Leno's Law, which eases California's smog check requirements for certain classic cars following advocacy by car collector Jay Leno.
- Starting January 1, 2028, vehicles from model years 1976 to 1980 will be exempt from smog checks, with the exemption extending one model year forward annually until 2033, when cars up to 1985 will qualify.
- The law applies only to bona fide classic or collectible vehicles that see limited use, requiring either specific collector car insurance or verification that the vehicle is driven no more than 1,000 miles annually.
- Jay Leno played a crucial role in lobbying for the bill, emphasizing that collector cars are not daily drivers and should not be regulated like regular commute vehicles.
- The legislation passed both the California Senate and Assembly with broad support, marking a significant win for classic car enthusiasts in the state.
