WHAT DID DEALERSHIP TRANSACTIONS IN GREATER NEW ENGLAND LOOK LIKE IN 2024? The Phillips Report is the only publication that specifically speaks to auto dealership transaction values, trends and trajectories in the New England and New York market areas. DOWNLOAD THE 2024 YEAR END REPORT WWW.NANCYPHILLIPS.COM SAF-C 3221.06: THE ADMINISTRATIVE RULE BEHIND THE LAW The New Hampshire Code of Administrative Rules, Saf-C 3221.06, specifies the procedures for rust inspections as follows. Saf-C 3221.06 Structural Rust (a) In accordance with RSA 266:3-a, the mechanic shall conduct a thorough visual examination of the condition of the vehicle if substantial rust is observed. (b) Such visual examination shall include but not be limited to: 1. Frame, body, or chassis; 2. Other structural components; 3. Doors; 4. Floor pans as described in Saf-C 3221.01; 5. Bumpers as described in Saf-C 3221.04. (c) In addition to (b) above, a vehicle shall be rejected if the frame or other structural components are broken, cracked, not in solid condition, or rusted to a degree that affects the safety of the vehicle. (d) Welded frames shall be permitted as long as the joints have the equivalent strength or are stronger than the original frame and the alignment of chassis parts is not affected. (e) Lap joint welds shall be permitted as long as the joints have the equivalent strength or are stronger than the original frame. (f) A vehicle shall be rejected if metal or any loose or dislocated parts are protruding from the surface of the vehicle so as to create a hazard. KEY ELEMENTS OF SAF-C 3221.06 • Inspection Procedure: Inspectors must perform a visual examination of the vehicle’s exterior and undercarriage for signs of rust. • Further Examination: If surface rust is found, inspectors may need to conduct a more thorough investigation to determine if it compromises the vehicle’s safety. • Pass/Fail Determination: If the inspection reveals rust that meets any of the disqualifying criteria listed in RSA 266:3-a or Saf-C 3221.06, the vehicle will fail its inspection. HOW THESE REGULATIONS WORK TOGETHER The law and the rule work hand-in-hand: • RSA 266:3-a establishes the broad legal requirement to inspect for rust and defines what conditions cause a vehicle to fail. • Saf-C 3221.06 provides the technical procedures for performing these inspections and ensures consistency across inspection stations. If you have any questions about these regulations please email me at joleary@nhada.com or give me a call at (603) 224-2369. 13
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