Arizona exempts older vehicles from emissions inspection
SEMA ACTION NETWORK LEGISLATIVE ALERT UPDATE Arizona Bill to Exempt Older Vehicles from Emissions Inspection Signed Into Law Legislation to exempt all vehicles manufactured in the 1974 model year and…
SEMA ACTION NETWORK LEGISLATIVE ALERT UPDATE
Arizona Bill to Exempt Older Vehicles from Emissions Inspection Signed Into Law
Legislation to exempt all vehicles manufactured in the 1974 model year and earlier from the state’s mandatory biennial emissions inspection program was signed into law by Arizona Governor Jan Brewer. Under previous law, only vehicles manufactured in 1966 and earlier and “collectibles” were exempt. The governor’s signature acknowledges the relatively minimal environmental impact of older vehicles, such as the historic cars targeted for this exemption. These vehicles constitute a small portion of the vehicle fleet and are well-maintained and infrequently operated.
Thank you and congratulations to all who participated in supporting this bill!
Angelo Van Bogart is the editor of Old Cars magazine and wrote the column "Hot Wheels Hunting" for Toy Cars & Models magazine for several years. He has authored several books including "Hot Wheels 40 Years," "Hot Wheels Classics: The Redline Era" and "Cadillac: 100 Years of Innovation." His 2023 book "Inside the Duesenberg SSJ" is his latest. He can be reached at avanbogart@aimmedia.com
