Dales Super Store - Gas Vehicle Emissions & Catalytic Converters

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Gas catalytic converters reduce harmful emissions in gasoline vehicles. They use precious metal catalysts to convert pollutants into less harmful gases, aiding in pollution control and compliance. At Dale's we offer you 2 options: EPA, CARB.

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More About Gas Vehicle Emissions & Catalytic Converters

EPA

  • Federal agency in the United States
  • Sets emission standards and regulations for the entire country
  • Follows the Clean Air Act
  • Establishes national emission standards for vehicles and engines
  • States can adopt EPA standards or implement their own
  • Generally, EPA standards are less stringent than CARB
  • For use on OBDII vehicles, 1996 and newer
  • Not legal for sale or use in CA, CO & NY
  • Legal in ME on EPA Federal Emission Equipped Vehicles only

CARB

  • State agency specific to California
  • Enforces stricter emission regulations within California
  • Regulates air quality independently from the EPA
  • Sets its own emission standards, often stricter than EPA standards
  • Other states can adopt CARB standards if they choose
  • Focuses on reducing air pollution in California, which has unique air quality challenges