After taking a few years off, the Rhode Island DMV is again trying to revoke Kei truck owners' registrations but a Senator is trying to help.

But why the decision to ban Kei trucks from Rhode Island streets? Because the DMV claims they don’t meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).

  • WldFyre@lemm.eeEnglish
    195·
    6 months ago

    Motorcycles require additional certification before riding

    • 4am@lemm.eeEnglish
      121·
      6 months ago

      Helmets are not required in Rhode Island

    • Kuinox@lemmy.worldEnglish
      132·
      6 months ago

      The driver is unprotected on a Motorcycle, the kei truck ban is … because it doesn’t protect enough the driver in case of crash.
      If you put the motorcycles on the same standard than the cars, none but a few would be allowed.

        • Kuinox@lemmy.worldEnglish
          12·
          6 months ago

          Very small cars have a max speed of 50 to 80 km/h, cannot drive on highway, often doesn’t need a driving license.

          The kei truck have the size of this vehicule class.