The program requires that Massachusetts cars, beginning in model year 1995 that have fewer than 7,500 miles, must comply with the standards. The action taken today underscores our continuing commitment to that objective. The complaint against 128 Sales alleges that the dealership illegally sold 79 cars in 1998 and 1999, primarily Ford Windstars, that did not meet Massachusetts' emissions standards. The complaint against Baystate Motorsports, Inc. alleges that Baystate sold 14 cars in the last two years, primarily Corvettes, that were not certified. Prior to being sold in Massachusetts, vehicles must be certified by the California Air Resources Board.
Auto manufacturers supply vehicle testing data to the board prior to certification.
AG Reilly is seeking civil penalties for Baystate's and 128 Sale's alleged violations and an injunction requiring the companies to comply with the program. Consumers can find out if their car is California certified by checking under the hood for the the Vehicle Emission Control Label. If consumers do not find such a label on their car, he or she may have bought a car that does not comply with the Massachusetts Low Emission Vehicle Program.