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SCHEDULE CHANGE - Mobile Emissions Testing

Post Date:01/05/2026 11:16 AM

 

CANCELED: Friday, Jan. 23 - Mobile Emissions Testing in Carol Stream

Due to extreme cold, mobile emissions testing for Friday Jan 24 has been canceled.

Check for alternative testing dates at:

The Village of Carol Stream is pleased to continue a partnership with the Illinois Air Team to bring Mobile Testing Units (MTUs) directly to the community. These specially equipped vans provide a convenient way for local motorists to complete their required vehicle emissions testing without traveling to a permanent testing station.

Convenient Testing at Ross Ferraro Town Center

The Mobile Testing Units will be stationed at:

Ross Ferraro Town Center
960 N. Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL 60188
Motorists should enter the parking lot from Fountain View Drive.

Testing will be available on the following dates and times:

  • Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, January 21 , 23- 24, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM - JAN 23 CANCELED
  • Monday through Friday, April 13 - 17, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Monday through Friday, July 13 - 17, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday through Saturday, October 20 - 24, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

No appointments are necessary. Testing will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Who is Eligible for Emissions Testing?

MTUs are available to Illinois motorists who have received either:

  • An emissions test notice, or
  • A registration renewal notice indicating that an emissions test is required.

To check if your vehicle qualifies for testing at an MTU, visit the Vehicle Eligibility Check Tool. Simply enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or license plate number for confirmation.

About the Illinois Air Team and MTUs

The Illinois Air Team, in coordination with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA), operates Mobile Testing Units to expand access to emissions testing throughout the Chicago metropolitan area. MTUs help reduce wait times and improve convenience for drivers by rotating through suburban communities like Carol Stream.

The vehicle emissions testing program plays an important role in improving air quality by ensuring that vehicles meet state environmental standards. Regular testing helps reduce pollutants and protect public health.

More Information

To view the full schedule of current and future Mobile Testing Unit locations, or to learn more about Illinois emissions testing requirements, visit the Illinois Air Team website at:
www.ILAirTeam.com/mobile-testing-units

This Carol Stream event is brought to you by the Illinois Air Team in cooperation with the Village of Carol Stream.

For questions or additional assistance, residents may contact the Illinois Air Team directly through their website or call the Village’s Engineering Services Department at (630) 871-6220.

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