Richard Cheese Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 (edited) http://www.arb.ca.gov/newsrel/nr040209.htm Release 09-29 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 2, 2009 Gennet Paauwe (916) 322-2990 www.arb.ca.gov Sand Car Association pays $600,000 for illegal vehicle sales Penalties apply to 37 manufacturers SACRAMENTO - Last month the California Air Resources Board fined a consortium of sand car sellers $600,000 for its members' illegal engine and vehicle sales between 2006 and 2008. ARB investigators found that illegal engines and vehicles were being sold in California by several sand car manufacturers. The penalties from this case apply to 37 members of the newly formed association that were selling uncertified products. "Industries that cater to off-road enthusiasts must also consider their product's impact on the environment," said ARB Chairman Mary D. Nichols. "Uncontrolled emissions from these vehicles add to California's already serious smog problems." As a result of the investigation, most major sand car manufacturers and some engine suppliers located in California formed the Sand Car Association. to ensure that its members build compliant products. The association's formation has resulted in industry self-enforcement and California certification of three engines for use in sand cars. For a complete list of the 37 manufacturers included in the settlement, click here. ARB is still investigating other sand car manufacturers that are producing and selling illegal non-California certified vehicles. Sand cars are off-road vehicles popular at state and federal recreation areas like Pismo Beach and Glamis Dunes. The Department of Motor Vehicles can revoke registrations of illegal vehicles; therefore, it is important that dealers and purchasers ensure that the vehicles are legal in California. Clean vehicle engines cut smog-forming emissions and improve fuel economy, reducing harmful greenhouse gases. Smog can cause respiratory problems, including asthma, and effects the lung function growth of children. The Air Resources Board is a department of the California Environmental Protection Agency. ARB's mission is to promote and protect public health, welfare, and ecological resources through effective reduction of air pollutants while recognizing and considering effects on the economy. The ARB oversees all air pollution control efforts in California to attain and maintain health based air quality standards. here is the list of the 37 manufacturers Sand Car Association Case Settlement for $600,000Alumi Craft Inc., Santee, CA Buck Shot, La Habra, CA Carr One, Murrieta, CA CBM Motorsports, Ontario, CA Danzio, Lake Elsinore, CA DeJong Manufacturing, Murrieta, CA Demon Fabrication/Sinister Sand Cars, San Marcos, CA Desert Dynamics, Hesperia, CA Desert Off Road, Montclair, CA Desert Rat Buggies, Apple Valley, CA’ Elite Offroad Performance, Artesia, CA Extreme Fabrication, Riverside, CA Extreme Performance, San Bernardino, CA Eyeball Fabrication, Riverside, CA Funco, Rialto, CA Gary’s Automotive, Fontana, CA High Fly, Fresno, CA King Sand Cars, Apple Valley, CA Mosebillt Off-Road, Corona, CA Outfront Motor, Buena Park, CA Playtech Racing, Anaheim, CA Quicksand Performance, East Rancho Dominguez, CA Raw Motorsports, Temecula, CA Redline Performance, Anaheim, CA Revolution Sand Cars, Alta Loma, CA Sand Buggy Supply, Cerritos, CA Sand Cars Unlimited, Anaheim, CA Sand Limo by Joe Fab, Inc., Apache Junction, AZ Sand Storm Fabrication, Chino, CA Sand Rail Fabricators, Bell Gardens, CA Sand Trix, Gilbert, AZ Suspensions Unlimited, Corona, CA Trick Racing Sports, Yucca Valley, CA TomPro Design, Paso Robles, CA Toys 4 Big Boys, Corona, CA Turn Key Engines, Oceanside, CA Wicked Sand Cars, Riverside, CA Effin bastages...ive had about enough from CARB a great anti-CARB website www.killcarb.org I can understand 1 or 2 not following the directions, but with this list, it leads me to believe that CARB didnt COMMUNICATE this information efficiently enough to the sand car manufacturing crowd in the state of CA Edited September 28, 2009 by richard cheese Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunefreak Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 That's nothing new. I posted about that back in April. http://www.dumontduneriders.com/invision/i...showtopic=11518 "Release 09-29, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE" :?: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltr450rider Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 I like how they go after the less than 1 percent of vehicles operated in all of California. Especially the less than 1 percent that are operated in very low populated area's in the open desert's. Has anyone been to Long Beach or San Pedro and seen all of the "South of the Border" Owner/Operator deisel trucks spewing out black soot at the ports. But yet, it's only the American owned trucks that require the particulate traps. I would like to ask CARB where they stand on that issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Cheese Posted September 28, 2009 Author Share Posted September 28, 2009 That's nothing new. I posted about that back in April. http://www.dumontduneriders.com/invision/i...showtopic=11518 "Release 09-29, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE" :?: i remember seeing it somewhere else too...and i thought it was either here, or on GD (goddammit.com) yeah..immediate release Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raspadoo Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 Carb is out of control .. Dont know how they determine their fine amounts. here is a few... Anonymous tip leads to two San Diego-area motorcycle dealers illegally selling off-road motorcycles . NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Air Resources Board August 31, 2009 Release 09-74 CONTACT: Gennet Paauwe (916) 322-2990 www.arb.ca.gov South state motorcycle dealers pay $180,000 in penalties Illegal sales put public health and safety at risk SACRAMENTO -- The California Air Resources Board last month fined two San Diego-area motorcycle dealers $180,000 for illegal sales. In 2006, ARB enforcement officers got an anonymous tip that San Diego-based GP Motorcycles and Moto Forza of Escondido, Calif., were illegally selling Husqvarna off-road motorcycles as on-road models. ARB investigators confirmed the allegations and took action. "Companies that deliberately flout the law are often assessed higher penalties," said ARB Chairman Mary D. Nichols. "Playing by the rules from the start is the most cost-effective, smart business plan any company can follow." GP Motorcycles and Moto Forza sold several dozen off-road motorcycles to customers who thought they were purchasing on-road models. Many of the bikes were outfitted with so-called "street-legal" kits and licensed for on-road use, both illegal in California. ARB revoked all the on-road licenses and registrations for the illegal bikes sold by GP Motorcycles and Moto Forza. The motorcycle owners were permitted to return their license plates to the Dept. of Motor Vehicles for the appropriate off-road riding stickers and plates. Off-highway vehicles do not meet federal motor vehicle safety standards -- or ARB's emission standards -- required of on-road motorcycles. There are no street-legal kits or conversions that make an off-road motorcycle legal for on-road use or registration. A motorcycle is either certified by ARB for on-road use or off-road use. California's air pollution control efforts include regulating emissions from cars, trucks, buses and motorcycles. Smog can damage lungs, cause coughing and chest tightness, and worsen asthma symptoms while also affecting crop yields. The Air Resources Board is a department of the California Environmental Protection Agency. ARB's mission is to promote and protect public health, welfare, and ecological resources through effective reduction of air pollutants while recognizing and considering effects on the economy. The ARB oversees all air pollution control efforts in California to attain and maintain health based air quality standards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raspadoo Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 Or, how about a quater Mil for some 2 stroke blenders..... Engines used to power appliances were not CA-certified. NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Air Resources Board Release 09-84 September 16, 2009 Contact for News Media Only: Karen Caesar (626) 575-6728 ARB fines marketers of gasoline-powered blenders $240K Engines used to power appliances were not CA-certified Sacramento - The Air Resources Board this month fined Orange County-based On the Edge Marketing and CSK Auto Inc. of Phoenix $240,000 for selling gasoline-powered blenders using illegal uncertified small off-road engines to California businesses and residents. Sales of these unauthorized blenders, popular for mixing beverages at tail-gate parties and other outdoor events, occurred in 2007. They feature "two-stroke" engines similar in size to those that power small chain saws, and require that oil be mixed in with the gas. These types of illegal uncertified engines from China can produce emissions 10 times as high as those of compliant certified engines approved for use in California. "Gasoline-powered blenders may be this year's tailgate sensation, but drinkers should not be polluting our air while having a good time," said ARB Chairman Mary D. Nichols. Both companies, which originally imported about 3,000 of these blenders from China, have been ordered to stop selling goods with non-certified small off-road engines, and to make payments to the California Air Pollution Control Fund, which supports projects and research to prevent air pollution. Non-certified gasoline engines can produce excess smog-forming emissions that can cause difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, coughs, heightened asthma rates, cardiopulmonary ailments and premature deaths. CSK Auto, Inc. owns and operates more than 1,300 retail auto parts stores in multiple states under the brand names Checker Auto Parts, Schuck's Auto Supply, and Murray's Discount Auto Stores. The company operates "Kragen Auto Parts" stores in California. CSK bills itself as the largest specialty auto parts and accessories retailer in the western U.S. On the Edge Marketing manufactures and imports a variety of niche items, including private label products. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raspadoo Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 yet another... Arakelien Enterprises is also known as Athens Disposal Company. Release 09-85 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 21, 2009 Karen Caesar (626) 575-6728 www.arb.ca.gov Southern California waste hauler Arakelian Enterprises fined $270,000 for emissions violations SACRAMENTO - The California Air Resources Board fined Southern California waste hauler Arakelian Enterprises, also known as Athens Disposal Company, $270,000 this month for diesel emissions violations. An ARB investigation showed Athens, based in City of Industry, Calif., failed to properly inspect their diesel vehicles during 2005 and 2006. The company also failed to comply with the solid waste collection vehicle rule by neglecting to install legally required emission-reduction devices from 2004 through 2008. The installation of these devices is critical in the reduction of diesel emissions. The emissions benefits lost during the time that these devices were not installed are of great consequence to the residents where these vehicles travel, denying them cleaner air to breathe. "Diesel emissions are the most pervasive toxic air contaminant in California," said ARB Chairman Mary D. Nichols. "Routine truck inspections are critical in reducing those emissions and providing clean air for residents." The law requires owners of California-registered truck fleets to regularly inspect their vehicles to ensure that their engine emissions meet state air quality standards. As part of the settlement, Athens is required to: * Guarantee employees responsible for conducting the inspections attend a California Community College training class on diesel emissions compliance testing and provide certificates of completion within one year; * Provide documentation to ARB that the inspections are being carried out for the next four years; * Ensure all heavy-duty diesel vehicles have their software updated with the latest low-NOx (oxides of nitrogen emissions) programming; * Instruct vehicle operators to comply with the state's idling regulations; * Retrofit the appropriate number of solid waste collection vehicles with the best available control technology; * Comply with all requirements applicable to solid waste collection vehicles; and, * Ensure all diesel truck engines are up to federal emissions standards for the vehicle model year and are properly labeled with an emission control certification label. Athens paid $270,000 in penalties: $202,500 went to the California Air Pollution Control Fund for projects and research to improve California's air quality. The Peralta Community College District received $33,750 to fund emissions education classes conducted by participating California community colleges; and, the remaining $33,750 went to the California Pollution Control Financing Authority which guarantees loans to off-road vehicle fleets that need to buy exhaust retrofits to comply with state regulations. Diesel exhaust contains a variety of harmful gases and over 40 other known cancer-causing compounds. In 1998, California identified diesel particulate matter as a toxic air contaminant based on its potential to cause cancer, premature death and other health problems. The Air Resources Board is a department of the California Environmental Protection Agency. ARB's mission is to promote and protect public health, welfare, and ecological resources through effective reduction of air pollutants while recognizing and considering effects on the economy. The ARB oversees all air pollution control efforts in California to attain and maintain health based air quality standards. The energy challenge facing California is real. Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption. For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Cheese Posted September 28, 2009 Author Share Posted September 28, 2009 that lady lies her AZZ off...check out that website killcarb.org....one of their researchers admitted to falsifying his credentials.... plus their studies ARE NOT PEER REVIEWED Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TbonesMalones Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 I love visiting Cali, but living there, high taxes, enviro nut jobs, I'd be moving elsewhere, especially if I was a sandcar builder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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