Environmental Consulting
Vehicle and Engine Emissions Certification Support
Expert support for EPA, CARB, ECCC, and IMO emissions certification. Trinity helps manufacturers streamline testing, reporting, and long-term compliance.
Trinity Consultants provides support for vehicle and engine manufacturers seeking emissions certifications in North America. We provide expert assistance in obtaining certification with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), California Air Resources Board (CARB), Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), and International Maritime Organization (IMO), including application preparation, test plan design, and regulatory liaison.
In addition to direct assistance with certification, Trinity also specializes in the development of long-term regulatory compliance strategies for engine and vehicle manufacturers.
How Trinity Supports EPA, CARB, ECCC, and IMO Certification
Trinity combines regulatory fluency with deep technical expertise. We work closely with clients to:
- Identify and evaluate certification requirements and pathways for all types of vehicles and engines
- Identify testing facilities and develop emission test plans required for certification
- Prepare and submit EPA, CARB, and ECCC certification applications with complete technical documentation
- Work with agency staff to facilitate the certification process
- Perform audits of emission testing laboratories to ensure compliance with EPA, CARB, and ISO/IMO standards
- Support ongoing certification compliance requirements including warranty and defects reporting
Our Vehicle & Engine Certification Services
Plan & Certify with Confidence
- Manufacturer registration with EPA, CARB, and ECCC
- Certification pathway analysis, including carryover/carry-across strategies
- Testing strategy development for multi-agency and multi-application use
- Complete application preparation including AECD documentation, warranty statements, and GHG modeling
- EPA Greenhouse Gas (GHG) certification support for heavy-duty vehicles
- Application submission, tracking, and agency follow-up
- Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) and ZEV certification support
Audit-Ready Testing & Oversight
- Emissions lab audits and coast-down procedure reviews
- Equipment compliance inspections: dynamometers, SHEDs, analyzers, etc.
- Emissions testing method evaluation and oversight
- Best practice recommendations and compliance reports
Stay Compliant After Certification
- Annual production reporting and production line testing (PLT) support
- Support clients through oversight of confirmatory testing and agency audit management
- Defect tracking, compliance reviews, and recall coordination
- Enforcement response strategy, litigation support, and regulatory liaison
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Current Certification Challenges Manufacturers Face
Emissions certification is increasingly complex, with agencies tightening expectations around testing quality, documentation integrity, and ongoing compliance, raising the potential of non-compliance for manufacturers.
Current Certification Challenges Manufacturers Face
- Greater emphasis on lifecycle compliance and post-certification monitoring (EPA, CARB, and ECCC programs)
- Stricter expectations for testing transparency and defensibility
- Increased coordination required between U.S. EPA, Canadian ECCC, and California CARB rules
- A growing focus on verification audits, defect tracking, and enforcement readiness
Who We Help: Supporting OEMs, Importers, Fleets, and Test Labs
Trinity’s services are designed for:
- Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and engine manufacturers seeking certifications and compliance support in North America
- Importers needing EPA, CARB, ECCC, or IMO approval
- Fleet managers and vehicle modifiers certifying custom/zero-emission vehicles
- Test labs and coastdown facilities preparing for audits, compliance reviews, and equipment inspections
- Marine engine manufacturers and vessel operators pursuing EPA Category 3 or IMO engine certifications
Certification impacts everything from launch timelines to regulatory risk. Trinity helps you anticipate issues, streamline approvals, and maintain compliance with confidence.
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