Glossary / General

emission standards

8 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Emission standards are rules that say how much pollution cars can produce. They help keep the air cleaner by limiting harmful gases from vehicles.

Technical Definition

Emission standards are regulations set by governments to limit the amount of pollutants that can be released into the atmosphere from vehicles. These standards are designed to reduce air pollution and protect public health.

Hear It Discussed

"...public concern over pollution pushed the law makers towards stricter emission standards. Now,this is what came up with the EPA, the Clean Air Act."
Painthouse Heads West?!?!? In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 22:18

"And so here's the question. They have to meet emission standards or those vehicles have to come off the road."
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - September 26, 2015 - Hour 1 - Volkswagen in the Hot Seat: Emissions Scandal Ron Ananian The Car Doctor 31:24

"you're listening to what EPA environmental engineers are saying about the emission standards"
Did the EPA Just Legalize DEF Deletes? Kory Willis & Lawyer Explain The Diesel Podcast 16:21