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Akron, Ohio -- For years, the
automotive performance and restoration industry, and enthusiasts like you
have dealt with government emissions and vehicle scrappage programs. They
were intended to help clean the air or improve fuel efficiency, but have
often hurt our hobby by restricting modifications or eliminating sources of
parts. Thanks to combined efforts by the industry and enthusiasts, many of
these programs have been successfully modified or repealed.
Now, new proposed U.S. government legislation threatens to take
state vehicle scrappage programs to the next level. U.S. Senate Bill
S.1766 contains a provision (Section 803) that would allocate
federal funds for state scrappage programs for vehicles more than 15
years old.
Not only does that threaten the existence of 1960s and ’70s era
muscle cars, it also means Mustangs, Camaros, Grand Nationals, Corvettes,
and other performance vehicles made in the 1980s could also be fodder for
the crusher.
What’s worse, non-performance vehicles that are an invaluable
resource for engines, suspension components, and other parts would also be
subject to the program.
Summit Racing and others in the performance industry are
working hard to amend S.1766. But we can’t do it without your help.
Let your U.S. Senator know how this legislation will directly affect you--print,
sign, and mail them a copy of Summit Racing's
Legislator Letter. You can type in your Senator's name and your name
right on the letter. If you need the name and address of your Senator, go to
www.enjoythedrive.com for a list of legislators, plus additional
information on S.1766 and other legislation affecting our hobby.
TAKE ACTION!
Take a stand
for your rights - write to your Senator today. Your hobby as you know it may
depend on it.
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