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Rhode Island DMV Is Trying To Ban Kei Trucks Again
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That snippit is out of context. The DMV claims they don't meet FMVSS because they don't.
They are exploiting a loophole for personal antique vehicles to import or resell a fleet that doesn't meet safety standards. It can become an issue and absolutely within scope of the DMV to keep an eye on.
Then the DMV better start cracking down on large trucks (F250, etc) as well. NHTSA "safety" standards have had all kinds of loopholes exempting large trucks and SUV from basic safety features including rollover protection, head restraint, and various impact protection systems.
Meanwhile motorcycle are still allowed.
Double standards.
Motorcycles require additional certification before riding
Damn, I’d study and take the test for a Kei truck citation in a heartbeat
Helmets are not required in Rhode Island
The driver is unprotected on a Motorcycle, the kei truck ban is ... because it doesn't protect enough the driver in case of crash.
If you put the motorcycles on the same standard than the cars, none but a few would be allowed.
Get a clue about vehicle classes ya doughnut...lol
Very small cars have a max speed of 50 to 80 km/h, cannot drive on highway, often doesn't need a driving license.
The kei truck have the size of this vehicule class.