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The environment soon may surpass our economic worries as an issue of concern to Americans. Increased fears about the quality of our air and water are heightened by recent reports of “holes” in the ozone layer.
Nearly two-thirds of the total carbon monoxide, more than a quarter of the hydrocarbons and a third of the nitrogen oxides which pollute our atmosphere come from motor vehicles. These percentages decrease dramatically as the vehicle population — equipped with enhanced emission control systems — gets younger. A 1972-1975 model car produces as much pollution as four new cars.
Another factor: as we improve the overall maintenance of existing vehicles, we significantly reduce harmful exhaust.
Preliminary results from last October’s vehicle check programs, conducted during National Car Care Month, disclosed a higher percentage of vehicles failing the exhaust emissions test
88.2%