Massachusetts H3698 mandates compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standards and registration for vehicles 25 years or older imported under 49.
Massachusetts H3698 requires motor vehicles to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standards and mandates the registration of vehicles 25 years or older that were imported in compliance with 49 C.F.R. § 591. This includes vehicles classified as "Kei cars," defined as vehicles primarily manufactured in Japan with specific size and engine limitations. The Registry of Motor Vehicles must develop and implement a policy for the registration of Kei cars and honor inspection stickers for all compliant imported automobiles.
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