Definitions.

CFR · 2024-01-01 · US · Title 10

In addition to the definitions found in § 490.2, the following definitions apply to this subpart: (1) The storage and dispensing of an alternative fuel into the fuel tank of a motor vehicle propelled by such fuel; or (2) The recharging of motor vehicles or neighborhood electric vehicles propelled by electricity. (1) Has a top attainable speed in 1 mile of more than 20 mph and not more than 25 mph on a paved level surface; and (2) Is propelled by an electric motor and an on-board, rechargeable energy storage system that is rechargeable using an off-board source of electricity. (1) Draws motive power from a battery with a capacity of at least 4 kilowatt-hours; (2) Can be recharged from an external source of electricity for motive power; (3) Is a light-, medium-, or heavy-duty motor vehicle or non-road vehicle, as those terms are defined in section 216 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7550); and (4) In the case of a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, also includes an on-board method of charging the energy storage system and/or providing motive power.

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