- Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles completed its preliminary assessment of industry standards related to Kei vehicles.
- It will begin issuing registrations starting today, September 18, and current owners can continue with their registration.
- The state will continue to review the safety implications of Kei vehicles on public roadways.
A months-long questioning over the legality of mini trucks in Massachusetts has finally been answered. Yesterday, the state’s Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) said it would begin registering Kei vehicles again today after halting the process earlier this year. It’s a victory for enthusiasts working to overturn a policy that would have effectively banned Kei cars and trucks 25 years old or older from operating on state roads.
According to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, owners with already registered Kei trucks will continue with their current registration without interruption. While the RMV will register Kei vehicl…