• Car exhaust puts millions of cubic tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere each year.double exhaust pipe image by green308 from Fotolia.com
  
  Driving a gasoline-powered vehicle emits a stream of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. The push toward lower car emissions and clean energy have made more drivers aware of their car's pollution output. Regulations vary from state to state and, in some cases, even county to county. Emission rules in Kansas are different from most states, and it is important for drivers to know the rules and regulations.
  
  

Lack of Emission Regulation

• The state of Kansas currently has no emissions enforcement on motor vehicles. The Kansas car registration process requires only a VIN inspection for most cars. Drivers are not required to have their vehicles annually tested for emissions, and no additional emissions paperwork is required to register a car or truck.
  
  

Voluntary Emissions Testing

• Though not required by law, many citizens choose to have their vehicle's emissions checked, in compliance with local initiatives, such as the Air Quality Awareness Program, which is operated out of Wichita. Kansas has more than 100 inspection stations (at least one in every major city), and many smog tests are free.
  
  

Big Rig Emissions Reductions

• Big rigs are not subject to mandatory emissions standards in Kansas; however, many trucking companies are working to reduce emissions, sometimes for the purpose of cost reduction. Studies show that reducing diesel and gasoline emissions saves on energy and fuel costs, which is a motivating factor for many shipping and trucking companies.