Operators outside London advised to get LEZ certificate
Date: 24 August 2007
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has advised owners of older trucks to apply for a London low emission zone (LEZ) certificate even if they do not operate in the capital.
This is because a certificate is likely to increase the resale value of a vehicle, making it more attractive to those operators who do need to meet the LEZ requirements.
"Owners seeking to sell their older vehicle could well find a ready buyer among companies whose own vehicles do not comply with the LEZ, or who need another truck to cope with increased business," said an RHA spokesman
"With lead times for new lorries stretching out to almost one year or more, waiting for a new truck is not an option for those firms delivering into London."
The zone is due to come into effect for trucks weighing more than 12 tonnes from February 4th, 2008.
The Vehicle & Operator Services Association (VOSA) has announced it is able to conduct the smoke tests needed for a LEZ certificate from September 3rd.
Freight haulage trucks will need to meet the level for particulate matter specified in Euro III regulations. Around 30,000 Euro II and Euro I trucks meet the standard but will still need to pass the VOSA smoke test to show they are still in good condition.
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