SCR 112 Summary

• Declares April 2014 as Car Care Month in California
• Urges all vehicle owners to inspect their vehicles and perform necessary maintenance to ensure safe, efficient, and clean operation
• Cites studies showing neglected vehicle maintenance causes over 5,600 deaths annually, nearly 100,000 disabling injuries, and more than $2 billion in lost wages and property damage
• Notes that proper vehicle maintenance reduces emissions, improves fuel efficiency, prevents highway congestion, and lowers long-term operating costs