Call Ashley Williams at 281-374-5172 for details.

 ***A significant reduction in funding makes it necessary for the Houston-Galveston Area Council to re-focus the program for the remainder of fiscal year 2012.*** Begining in November 2011, the Houston-Galveston Area Council will concentrate on helping vehicle owners in Brazoria, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris and Montgomery counties with emissions repairs only. The final day to apply for a replacement voucher is 5:00 PM, Wednesday, November 9, 2011. The replacement componet of the program is being scaled back following the 82nd Texas Legislature's decision to reduce funding by 87% for fiscal 2012 and 2013. The Houston-Galveston Area Council will process applications for replacements submitted before the deadline on Wednesday, and those who qualify for assistance will receive $3,000 (or $3,500 for hybrids or electric cars) toward the purchase of newer, cleaner vehicles. For the remainder of the fiscal year, the Houston-Galveston Area Council will be able to provide emissions repair vouchers only. Qualifying motorists may receive vouchers worth up to $600 to help them fix vehicles that have failed the emissions test within 30 days of the application date.

What is Drive A Clean Machine?
To help clean up the air in the Houston-Galveston area, the Houston-Galveston Area Council through their AirCheck program provides financial assistance for eligible residents to replace or repair their vehicles. The names "Drive a Clean Machine" and "AirCheck Texas Repair and Replacement" mean the same program.

Who is eligible for assistance?
Residents of Brazoria, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris and Montgomery counties whose vehicles fail the state emissions test or whose cars or trucks are at least 10 calendar years old or older (2001 or older) can qualify for assistance if:

• The vehicle is currently registered and has been registered in one of the five participating counties for 12 out of the last 15 months preceding the application for participation in the program.
• The vehicle must be gasoline-powered;
• The vehicle has passed or can pass the state's safety inspection; and
• The family's income meets program guidelines.

Income guidelines are on a sliding scale, depending on the family's size. For Example: For a family of four, an annual income of $67,050 or less qualifies you.

• You must provide your 2010 Tax Return or 3 solid months worth of your recent paycheck stubs proving that you meet their income guidelines. For example: If today's date is April 21st 2010- AirCheck will want to see all of January, February & March's paycheck stubs. None from April.
  

How does the program work?
After the Houston - Galveston Area Council determines that you are eligible, they will send you a voucher by mail that you can use to replace or repair your vehicle. 

• Bring your voucher to Fred Haas Toyota Country and use it here.  You are responsible for the balance of the cost above their contribution.
• You must leave your current vehicle—including the title—with us.  It will be dismantled.
• Please note that for us to replace the vehicle you drive, you must own it.  That means the title is in your name.

Which cars or trucks I can buy?

AirCheck will send you a list of what vehicles you are able purchase with your voucher when they mail your voucher to you. You can also check now by clicking 2012, 2011, 2010 or 2009 for the respective lists.   

How do I apply?
You must fill out a paper application to request assistance.  If your vehicle has failed the emissions test or is 10 years old or older, you can also download an application  . You’re welcome to email us at , and we'll send an application to you.

For more information, or to request an application by mail, email us at  or call us at 281-374-5172. 

Call Ashley Williams at 281-374-5172 for details.