Several outdated EPA safety and emissions regulations need to be reformed to let Japanese kei cars hit the road.
, I bought a used 2012 Nissan Moco for $1,300 to zip around the island. While not ideal for America’s high-speed interstate travel, it was perfectly suited for commuting around Okinawa’s urban districts and taking in its breathtaking views, from day trips up north to Cape Hedo or Nakijin Castle Ruins.
Whether driving to the local San-A grocery store or the Onoyama tennis court in downtown Naha, I found that owning a kei car was a wonderful adventure and provided easy, affordable, and reliable transportation in Okinawa.Under current law, if I wanted to import and drive my 2012 Nissan Moco, I’d have to wait until 2037 because, according to the, kei cars can only be imported into the U.S. if they are 25 years old or older. This classifies the car as a classic or antique and provides exemption fromWhile the preference is to drive a “classic” kei car rather than waiting until 2037 for my old Moco, I don’t believe this is what Trump or Duffy had in mind, especially since they want to build them in America.to cap their speed at 25 mph. So if America wants kei cars that can accelerate to speeds over 25 mph, they must be reclassified as motor vehicles under the Clean Air Act. Additionally, safety concerns for kei cars can be summarized in three points: Older kei cars lack modern safety technology, have small crumple zones, and have low maximum speeds.have also restricted kei cars to roads under 55 mph, where crashes under that speed are less likely to cause injuries. While the now-mandated golf cart speeds for non-antique kei cars might be fine for commuting around George Washington University’s campus, the American transportation system often requires more than a 25-mph-restricted Moco could provide. If the U.S. wants to see affordable and reliable kei cars on its streets, policymakers will need to address these roadblocks so Americans can import or domestically produce these zippy little cars. In cities like Washington, D.C., kei cars could be a practical way to solve everyday problems like tight parking, high transportation costs, and congested commutes.Ongoing regulatory debates aside, kei cars can make sense for those on a budget. Young professionals like me would be happy to drive a cheaper, more maneuverable car that fits easily on crowded city streets. While kei cars won’t solve every transportation problem, small fixes to outdated regulations could bring big results to Americans. Laura Escher is a member of the Young Leaders Program at the Heritage Foundation. Miles Pollard, an Economic Policy Analyst at Heritage, contributed to this piece.Iran conflict shows why Trump order limiting federal unions is vital for national security
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