Motor vehicles contribute to over one-half of the air quality problems in the state.
When a vehicle fails an emission check test, it must be repaired and tested again before new tabs can be issued. Air quality staff were concerned about the financial burden low-income vehicle owners in the Vancouver, Clark County area face when their vehicle fails the emission check test and must be repaired. The polluting vehicle is still driven and is still polluting. The project is aimed at properly repairing the failing vehicles to achieve maximum air quality benefit. Results Over 400 vehicle owners have received repair assistance.