A.T.A. Recommends Change to M.V.I. Regulations

Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Inspection Stations should note that positive changes to the program may be coming early 2005. In a letter dated June 23, 2004 and subsequent discussions with Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Motor Vehicle Administration, the A.T.A. has expressed the concerns of inspection stations related to improving the inspection process, especially related to brakes, the rising cost of inspection stickers and the need to raise inspection fees to at least $25.00.

As well, the A.T.A. continues to work with Service Nova Scotia & Municipal Relations to develop new requirements for tester certification for trailers with electric and hydraulic brake applications. Considering there were 51,260 registered trailers in December 2003 as compared to 39,451 in April 1992, the growing importance of proper annual trailer inspections is so evident.

For complete details of these pending changes contact the A.T.A. office at 466-7516.