Vehicle and fleet owners wil see stricter emissions inspection regulations in Delaware beginning Aug. 14.
On January 11, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control revised the Motor Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance regulations in Delaware in an attempt to reduce emissions and improve air quality.
More than one million vehicles are registered in Delaware, with 323,576 vehicles registered in fast-growing Sussex County.
Residents, especially in Sussex County, are asked to give themselves extra time for registration renewal, particularly if they believe the vehicle will need repairs under the new regulations. Motorists can renew their registration up to 90 days before expiration.
Sussex had differing standards due to the county attaining clean air targets. However, rapid population growth is bringing more vehicles to the county.
Amendments include
- On board diagnostics OBD-II testing for vehicles model year 1996 to 2007 with a gross weight (MGVWR) up to 8,500 lbs. in all three counties, including Sussex.
- OBD-II testing for vehicles model year 2008 and newer with a MGVWR up to 14,000 lbs. (medium duty trucks) in all three counties, including Sussex.
- Vehicles model year 1995 and older will require a curb idle and gas cap test in all three counties, including Sussex.
- Stricter penalties will be imposed for removing or modifying the emission control system in a vehicle in all three counties.
For more information about the changes, CLICK HERE.
