Summary of the Factual Data and Analytical Methodologies:
The factual data and methodologies were stated in the federal rulemaking notices published in the Federal Register at 84 FR 52664 (October 2, 2019) and at 84 FR 65017 (November 26, 2019). As stated above, the primary reason for extending the odometer reporting requirement is the increasing longevity of newly manufactured vehicles and the resulting increasing age of the nation’s vehicle fleet. Analysis Regarding Rule’s Effect on Small Businesses:
In 2018, the most recent complete calendar year data available, DMV processed 396,023 title transactions involving vehicles 10 to 20 years old that, under this proposed rulemaking, would now require an odometer statement. This accounts for 19% of all title transactions for trucks and autos.
Assumptions:
- 1 odometer statement requires an administrative burden of 1 minute.
- The WI fleet would remain consistent moving forward in regard to size and relative age.
- The administrative burden is reflective of when the rule is fully implemented in 10 years.
396,023 annual title transaction results in 396,023 minutes or 6,600 hours of administrative burden annually.
According to NHTSA data, 16% of vehicles over 10 years old are sold by motor vehicle dealers. When the Rule is fully implemented, the estimated annual administrative burden for motor vehicle dealers in Wisconsin would be an estimated (6,600 * 16%) 1,056 hours.
The agency contact person listed below is also the small business regulatory coordinator for this proposed rule. This proposed rule, fiscal estimate, and other related documents may be viewed at https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/code. Agency Contact Person:
Reed McGinn
State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Division of Motor Vehicles
4822 Madison Yards Way Room S206
Madison, Wisconsin 53705
Phone Number 608 266-7857
Place Where Comments Should Be Submitted and Deadline:
Comments may be submitted to the agency contact person listed above or through the Legislature’s Administrative Rules website http://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/code until the deadline given in the forthcoming notice of public hearing.
TEXT OF PERMANENT RULE
SECTION. Trans 154.05 (3) is repealed and recreated to read:
Trans 154.05 (3) A vehicle manufactured in or before the 2010 model year that is transferred at least 10 years after January 1 of the calendar year corresponding to its designated model year.
Note: Vehicles with model year 2010 or older are exempt for transfers after January 1, 2020.
SECTION 2. Trans 154.05 (3m) is created to read:
Trans 154.05 (3m) A vehicle manufactured in or after the 2011 model year that is transferred at least 20 years after January 1 of the calendar year corresponding to its designated model year
Note: For vehicle transfers occurring during calendar year 2031, model year 2011 or older vehicles are exempt. Vehicles with model year 2011 and newer are not exempt until 20 years after their model year.
SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE. This rule shall take effect on the first day of the month following publication in the Wisconsin Administrative Register as provided in s. 227.22 (2) (intro.), Stats. (END OF RULE TEXT)
