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Most states have titling and registration laws that require residents to title and register their cars in the state—and for new residents of the state to do so within some period of time, such as 30 days. Some states require titled cars to pass a comprehensive safety inspection. And some states also require cars owned by residents of certain counties to pass an emissions test/inspection designed to improve air quality in more densely populated counties.

In Delaware, residents are required to title and register their vehicles with the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). New residents must title and register their vehicles within 60 days of establishing residency. Delaware also mandates a comprehensive safety inspection for all titled vehicles. The safety inspection checks various components, including brakes, exhaust system, lights, steering, tires, and more, to ensure that vehicles are safe to operate on the road. Additionally, Delaware requires emissions testing for vehicles registered in New Castle County, as this is the most densely populated county in the state. The emissions test is part of the biennial vehicle inspection process and is designed to improve air quality by ensuring that vehicles meet certain emissions standards. Vehicles registered in Kent and Sussex counties are not required to undergo emissions testing.

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