In the final rule, we explained that one of the reasons the agency set the maximum GVWR for the new VLV definition at 2,500 pounds was that there are currently no performance requirements for service brakes and tires suitable for these vehicles. We believe that the difference in GVWR between 2,500 pounds and 3,000 pounds is not significant in relation to this issue, especially since the vehicles in question will have a maximum speed of 40 km/h (25 mph). (11) Low-speed vehicles shall meet the rear visibility requirements set out in paragraph S6.2 of FMVSS No. 111. Under the preemption provisions of 49 U.S.C. 30103(b)(1), all state and local security standards relating to federally regulated security performance areas must be identical. Therefore, the national or local standard, if any, must be identical to the default number for vehicles classified as LSV. 500 in the areas covered by this standard. For example, because Standard 500 addresses the issue of the type of lighting to be provided, state and local governments may not require additional types of lighting.

Since the agency hasn`t established any performance requirements for any of the required luminaires, state and local governments can`t either. * * * Assuming LSVs were limited to operating in planned communities (such as timeshare resorts or senior communities), there is sufficient demand for the use of LSVs to transport landscaping and maintenance equipment to require the construction of LSVs to handle such payloads. For example, if a resort or gated community wishes to use an LSV to transport landscaping accessories, the LSV must be able to carry a payload of nearly 1000 pounds of fertilizer, topsoil, tools or other supplies. NhTSA simply ignored these practical requirements when concluding that the GVWR of 2500 lbs was sufficient for the “intended function” of VLV trucks * * * Limiting light commercial vehicles on light commercial vehicles to those with a GVWR of less than 3,000 lbs is consistent with the safety and practicality concerns that led to the original VLV definition, similar to the 2,500 pound limit. The 3,000 lbs GVWR limit continues to exclude from the VLV definition vehicles for which the VLV requirements are not appropriate, i.e., vehicles that would be operated outside of planned communities and controlled environments at low speeds. Therefore, we do not believe that a GVWR limit of 3,000 lbs will result in attempts to circumvent the FMVSS for passenger cars and light-duty vehicles rather than a GVWR limit of 2,500 lbs. In addition, the 3,000 lb limit continues to provide an objective distinction between vehicles for which LSV requirements are appropriate and those that can be designed to meet the full set of FMVSS. NHTSA passed this final rule under the Red Tape Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub.

L. 104-13) and noted that it would not impose any new requirements on information collection as defined by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in 5 CFR Part 1320. By removing the truck exclusion, we recognize that LSV requirements apply to certain vehicles designed for more work-related use. Manufacturers and the public are offered the benefits of LSVs, which can be designed primarily for freight transport. The limitation on the total weight excludes from the LSV definition vehicles for which the LSV requirements are not suitable, i.e. vehicles designed for use outside planned municipalities or that could be designed to meet the FMVSS requirements for passenger cars, trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Executive Order 12866 and DOT Executive Order 12866 on Regulatory Policies and Procedures, “Regulatory Planning and Review” (58 FR 51735, October 4, 1993), provide that the 20028 home page determines whether a regulatory action is “material” and is therefore subject to review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and the requirements of the Executive Order. The Regulations define a “significant regulatory action” as one that is likely to result in a rule that: We have reconsidered our statements on the right of first refusal in the preamble to the final rule. In these statements, we explained that, given our deliberate decision not to adopt performance requirements for most types of equipment required by Standard 500, States were exempted ***. As a result of reviewing our views, we have come to the conclusion that we should not exercise pre-emptive power in this particular situation. Therefore, we agree that states may adopt and enforce their own performance requirements for lighting, mirrors, and parking brakes required for LSVs until we have established performance requirements for such equipment.

However, States are still not in a position to adopt additional equipment requirements in the areas covered by Standard 500. The GVWR limit prevents attempts to circumvent the FMVSS for passenger cars, trucks and multipurpose passenger cars by applying the LSV classification to vehicle types that may meet the standards. The definition of an SULV with a maximum total weight of less than 2,500 pounds also provides an objective means of distinguishing between 20027 take-off pressure side-side vehicles for which VLV requirements are appropriate and vehicles that can be designed to meet the full set of FMVSS. This approach will also ensure that heavier and slower trucks (i.e., highway sweepers) continue to be exempt from the LSV definition. (9) A chassis number that meets the requirements of Part 565 of the vehicle identification number of this chapter, and GEM stated in its petition that GVWR is an appropriate method to limit LSV class, but that the limit should not be “arbitrarily low”. “This is especially true for LSV trucks, where payload is crucial for the benefit of the vehicle. GEM believes that the 2,500-pound limit for LSV trucks is not sufficient to meet its intended purpose, and gives as an example: We believe that the limit of less than 3,000 pounds of GMR represents an effective balance of our desire to keep this class of motor vehicles narrow – limited to small vehicles – without completely excluding truck-type vehicles with payload capacity. Accordingly, in response to requests for reconsideration, the definition of LSV will be revised with the following wording: The subject list contains a list of index terms (list of subjects) for each CFR exhibit number listed in the document header.

The terms form a common vocabulary for indexing all agencies` rule-making documents and form the basis of the “CFR index” created by the CAO. For more information and documentation, please visit our Developer Tools pages. This document was published in the Federal Register. Use the linked PDF in the sidebar of the document for the official electronic format. S6.2.3. Road width. The width of the road is not less than 3.5 m (11.5 ft). (2) create a serious disagreement or otherwise intervene in an action taken or planned by another authority; Requests for reconsideration should refer to the file number above and should be addressed to: Administrator, Room 5220, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. S6.1.1. Ambient temperature. Ambient temperature is any temperature between 0°C (32°F) and 40°C (104°F). S6.3.2.

No adaptation, repair or replacement of components shall be permitted after the start of the first test of performance. S6.3.3. Tyre inflation pressure. The cold air pressure is not higher than the maximum allowable pressure formed on the sidewall of the tire. The CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION section contains the name and phone number of someone from your agency who can answer questions about the document. It can list two or more people to turn to on different aspects of a document. S6. General test conditions. Each vehicle shall meet the performance limit set out in paragraph S5(a) under the following test conditions. S7. Test method.

Each vehicle shall meet the performance limit set out in paragraph S5(a) in accordance with the following test procedure. The maximum speed is determined by measuring the maximum achievable speed of the vehicle at any point at a distance of 1.6 km (1.0 miles) from a stop and repeating it in the opposite direction within 30 minutes.