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California Kills the Diesel
In December, 2008 the California Air Resources Board passed the most sweeping emissions rule in the nation.  This new reguation starts this year.
According to CARB, diesel exhaust causes cancer, and swift action must be taken in order to save thousands of lives in California.  This law is intended for all of the big rigs running around the state, but it affects all vehicles with a gross vehicle rating of over 14,500 pounds.  All full sized diesel pick ups that I'm aware of have a GVW rating of at least 19,000 lbs.  Exempted are motor homes and private utility vehicles.  Fleets have to start complying this year; individual owners have four years to comply.  This regulation also affects all out of state diesels that operate in the state. So, if you own a 2009 or earlier model diesel pick up, here's how it affects you:
2002 or earlier:  you will not be able to operate this vehicle in California, no matter what state it's registered in, after January 1, 2014.  There's a $1000 per day fine if you do operate this vehicle in California after 2014! Plan on saying good bye to your beloved pick up.
2003:  you cannot operate this vehicle ... more

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