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California Exempts Three Hybrid Vehicles From Smog Checks

Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by jkash, Jun 30, 2004.

  1. jkash

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    California Exempts Three Hybrid Vehicles From Smog Checks

    SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Three brands of hybrid-electric vehicles no longer require smog checks every two years or when they change owners.

    The state's Department of Consumer Affairs says it's exempting all model years of the Honda Insight, Honda Civic Hybrid and Toyota Prius.

    Hybrid-electric cars use both an electric motor and internal combustion engine.

    State officials say it's a way of encouraging more environmentally friendly vehicles.
     
    #1 jkash, Jun 30, 2004
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    Same rule for Maryland
     
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    In Idaho emissions testing is NOT a statewide requirement. In fact, the only county that I know that is testing anybody is Ada County (where Boise is). So no advantage to hybrids here.
     
    #3 jchu, Jun 30, 2004
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    That is way cool. That also saves a ton of time trying to find a Hybrid certified smog check place. :)
     
    #4 Brian, Jul 1, 2004
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