Smog

Leno’s Law: New Bill Proposes Smog Check Exemptions for California’s Classic Cars

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Owners of vintage vehicles in California could soon see relief from stringent smog-check regulations that make owning newer classic cars more challenging. Senate Bill 712, currently under consideration, aims to amend the state’s existing vehicle emissions laws to exempt classic cars that are 35 years old or older. The legislation, spearheaded by State Sen. Shannon Grove of Bakersfield, seeks to reinstate a rolling exemption, which has not been updated since 2005. As it stands now, only vehicles from the 1975 model year or earlier are exempt from smog checks. The proposed change … Read more

Victory for Clean Air: Court Stands Firm on Comprehensive Smog Regulations Amidst Fuel Industry Pushback

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In a landmark ruling, a federal court has upheld sweeping new regulations designed to reduce smog levels, despite fervent opposition from the fuel industry. The decision aims to enforce stricter emission controls on various sectors, particularly focusing on automotive and manufacturing industries known for their significant contributions to air pollution. The upheld regulations come as a response to increasing concerns over air quality in urban regions, and its impact on public health and the environment. These new measures have been praised by environmental groups as a crucial step towards cleaner air, though they have been … Read more