Public Comments for: HB219 - Kei vehicles; operation and requirements.
Last Name: Abel Locality: Norfolk

I am writing in support of 219, these vehicles would be great for urban use due to their small stature, small engines, and low fuel consumption. Some Kei vehicles can get upwards of 40MPG, combined with their low cost to acquire and maintain, would lead to a pretty attractive daily use vehicle inside most metropolitan and urban environments. Their small size in use for localized deliveries would further reduce road obstructions common due to large box truck deliveries. This would reduce congestion in narrow roadways, as well as their light weight and small bodies would reduce road wear over the years of lifespan. While not popular enough yet to dramatically change road use, these vehicles are popular enough that gas consumption in the state of Virginia may see a small reduction, and a lowering of air pollution in and around cities. I see no issues with the limits on restricting use to roads under 55MPH as the commonly used 660cc engines are not realistically powerful enough to maintain proper highway speeds. Thank you for your time.

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