Business · 18/05/1998Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

NHTSA Receives Petition for Importation of Nonconforming BMW Z3 Cars

Summary

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has accepted a petition from BMW to allow the importation of 1996-1998 BMW Z3 passenger cars that do not meet all federal safety standards, as they are substantially similar to US-certified models and can be modified to comply with regulations.

Original source language: Federal Register — National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationOpen original release →

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