Meeting CARB Emissions Standards

With the approval of the California Air Resources Board’s Truck and Bus Regulation, which introduces new emissions standards for in-use on-road heavy-duty diesel vehicles, most fleet owners and managers will be required to have their vehicles in compliance by 2015. Peterson is dedicated to helping you understand the latest regulations and to offering you the most cost-effective emissions solutions to get your fleet into compliance.

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What is the Truck and Bus Regulation?

Applying to privately and publically owned diesel trucks with a GVWR of over 14,000 pounds, this regulation required all applicable trucks to be fitted with a particulate matter (PM) filter by January 1, 2012. By the beginning of 2015, older trucks (with a 1995 model year engines or later) must be replaced with newer trucks. By 2023, all trucks in-service will be required to have 2010 model year engines or newer.

There are exceptions to the regulation, including an option for a flexible phase-in schedule, as well as exceptions for small fleets, low-mileage trucks and construction vehicles.

For a complete description of the Truck and Bus Regulation, as well as resources for getting your fleet into compliance, visit the CA Air Resources Board’s website at http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/onrdiesel/onrdiesel.htm, or call our emissions specialist at 510.673.3149.

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New Vehicle Compliance

International is an industry leader in providing trucks with the latest emissions solutions. When you buy a new vehicle from Peterson, you can be assured that it meets current CARB standards. For questions about new vehicles and emissions, contact a Peterson Commercial Vehicle Sales Rep. Click here to find the rep dedicated to your area.

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Existing Vehicle Compliance

Our on-highway emissions expert is dedicated to helping you understand the latest state and federal regulations, and to finding the emissions solution that’s right for your fleet.

Some emissions options for existing vehicles include:

• Oxidation Catalysts | These devices create a chemical reaction with exhaust gas as it passes over the catalyst material. This reaction reduces some of the particulate matter. It also converts a large portion of carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and other emissions into carbon dioxide and water.

• Diesel Particulate Filters | DPF's use special filters to reduce particulate matter (PM), carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon emissions. Exhaust backpressure is maintained through active or passive regeneration, a process that automatically removes particulate buildup.

 

For more information on retrofit devices contact: