Konkurencja i konsument · 18/11/1994

Labeling Requirements for Alternative Fuels and Alternative Fueled Vehicles

The FTC is seeking OMB clearance for information collection requirements contained in the Commission's proposed rule that would establish uniform labeling requirements for alternative fuels and alternative fueled vehicles. Section 406(a) of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 directs the Commission to establish uniform labeling requirements, to the greatest extent possible, for alternative fuels and alternative fueled vehicles. The Commission has proposed the disclosure of certain information on labels posted on fuel dispensers for non-liquid alternative fuels and on labels on alternative fueled vehicles (``AFVs''). The purpose of these labeling requirements is to enable consumers to make reasonable choices and comparisons among competing products. The Commission is also proposing substantiation, certification, and recordkeeping requirements for importers, producers, refiners and distributors of non-liquid alternative fuels (other than electricity), manufacturers and distributors of electric vehicle fuel dispenser systems, and retail sellers of non-liquid alternative fuels (including electricity). These industry members would be required to maintain, for a period of one year, records tha