By Seth Preston, Communications Manager, Air Quality Program
Last week’s announcement that Ecology is revamping the state’s vehicle emissions testing program drew a lot of attention and even some praise.
Vehicles in Clark, King, Pierce, Snohomish, and Spokane counties undergo emission tests to reduce air pollution in the state’s most populated areas.
You can check online to see if emissions testing areas include your zip code.
The new rule, which takes effect in July 2012, includes changes required by the Legislature. All 2009 and newer model year vehicles will not require testing and additional businesses may be authorized to conduct tests. The rule also eliminates some testing that is becoming less relevant.
Newer vehicles are exempted because they already are producing less pollution. Washington has adopted
"clean car" standards that require better emission controls on vehicles sold and registered in Washington.
Last week’s announcement that Ecology is revamping the state’s vehicle emissions testing program drew a lot of attention and even some praise.
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