J wes Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 I bought a new 2006 RX 400H and it is now 2014 and I still don't have a smog test required. Has anyone out their had to do a Ca. smog test on their hybrid including Prius. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenore Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 haven't heard, but knock on wood we will escape for awhile. I hate the air resources board..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maseace Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 Smog inspections are required unless your vehicle is: Hybrid Gasoline powered 1975 year model or older Diesel powered 1997 year model and older or with a Gross Vehicle Weight rating (GVWR) of more than 14,000 lbs Electric Natural gas powered with a GVWR rating of more than 14,000 lbs. Motorcycle Trailer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RX400h Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 I heard that smog testing may be forthcoming for hybrids. So far, we are exempt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenore Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 I too heard its coming, Air Resources !Removed!'s will make sure of that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEX-SV Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 I wonder if smog testing hybrids with current process and methodology will be useful, I assume most hybrids run in full electric mode during the short cycle on rollers. Maybe that's why no smog test is currently required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RX400h Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Knowing CARB, I wouldn't be surprised if they raise the two test speeds from 15 and 25 MPH to 35 and 45 MPH. Hey, they have to make money in some way or another! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEX-SV Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Possibly being considered. Wow, but I want to leave the building if they spin those rollers that fast! Might need equipment upgrades. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenore Posted February 28, 2014 Share Posted February 28, 2014 Make more money to waste more money....Fee's taxes, death of California Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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