First Name | Justin |
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Last Name | Kulongoski |
Email Address | kulongos@hotmail.com |
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Subject | Comment on ZEV 2008 Modified Text for the 2008Amendments to the California Zero Emission V |
Comment | I was a big supporter of the Zero Emission Vehicles that were available in the late '90s and early 2000's. They were safe, dependable, fun to drive, and produced zero emissions! Where are they today? What happened to them? The answer is changes to the CA Zero Emission Vehicle Regulation. The technology exists; actually it is old now, and there is no reason why electric vehicles should not be available for purchase or lease TODAY. Do not put off the only alternative fuel technology that has actually been proven. No more pork barrel "ethanol" scams. We need to take seriously the effect of burning fossil fuels on our health, communities, national security, and planet. Please do not extend or alter the requirements for Zero Emission Vehicles. We need these vehicles on the road, the time is NOW! Specific comments Resolution 08-24: (1) 7,500 ZEV per manufacturer is too few. Require 12,500. (2) New TYPE V ZEV should be required beginning 2015. (3-4) Close loop holes (5) PEHVs should be required to travel at least 40 miles on electric charge to get any extra credit. (6) NO special credit should be given to hydrogen powered vehicles. These are costly red herrings (7) transpearency is good. Thank you. |
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Date and Time Comment Was Submitted | 2008-07-29 15:13:05 |
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