The state of Wisconsin operates one of the nation's most effective inspection/maintenance (I/M) programs. In Wisconsin's I/M program, vehicles registered in the Milwaukee metropolitan area are subjected to a transient emission test using the IM240 test cycle or an on-board diagnostic (OBDII) check, if the vehicle is a 1996 or newer model. These tests represent the state of art for I/M testing. However, future improvements in motor vehicles and improved fuels well reduce the air quality benefits associated with traditional I/M programs including Wisconsin's. At the same time, new emission test methods may become available. To address the changing needs of Wisconsin's I/M program, the State must determine how upcoming changes in vehicle technology and emission test methods will impact the emission benefits, efficiency and public acceptance of the I/M program. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Bureau of Vehicle Services (BVS) contracted de la Torre Klausmeier Consulting (dKC) to prepare a comprehensive planning document on the future of I/M. The goals of this study are: Identify and discuss the key issues related to Wisconsin's I/M program; Assess the validity of existing information to address these key issues; and Assess the need and scope of an expanded study to provide information needed to make proper decisions in the future about Wisconsin's I/M program.


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    Title :

    Literature and Best Practices Scan: Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2002


    Size :

    108 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





    Motor Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Programs

    Ballantyne, V. F. / Transportation Association of Canada / International Road Federation | British Library Conference Proceedings | 1994