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California Legislature Considering Bill Requiring Smog Testing for Motorcycles

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A bill under consideration in the California state legislature would require California’s Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) to include Class III (280 cc or greater) model-year 2000 and newer motorcycles in the state’s smog check program beginning 1 January 2012. g/km HC+NO x beginning in 2008 for major manufacturers.

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Continental presenting eHorizon swarm intelligence system for two-wheelers at CES 2017

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Continental first introduced eHorizon at the 62nd IAA Commercial vehicles event in 2008 as a concept for a control unit providing other vehicle systems with a digital map preview. The Bikefinder function allows motorcyclists to locate their motorcycle even in a busy underground parking lot, using Bluetooth Low Energy and Radio frequency.

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Balqon receives order for 300 electric drive systems from China-based Winston Global Energy

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In 2008, Balqon was the first company to provide a zero emissions electric tractor with a 30 ton capacity to Port of Los Angeles. In 2010, Balqon jointly developed the first electric Class A motor home with Riverside, CA based MVP RV, a company owned by Winston Global Energy.

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2010 Aptera 2e First Drive and Video on Inside Line

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In almost every state in the union, a motorized three-wheeled vehicle is classed by law as a motorcycle, even if it has a fully enclosed and surprising spacious cabin with front, rear and side windows; two doors; side-by-side bucket seats; a steering wheel; seatbelts; and airbags.

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MAEAA Web Links

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Lectra: Matts sweetelectric motorcycle Mazda626 : Jerry Halsteads conversion diary. Hyundai Excel : a verycreative conversion Kawasaki :V4 Ken Norwicks conversion Diary Killa-Cycle : Bill Dubeslatest project. Jeep: Nick Vieras Cherokee conversion project.