CO HB1089

Defines a "kei vehicle" as a small vehicle with an internal combustion engine of 1,000cc or less (or electric motor of 56,000 watts or less), weighing 2,000 pounds or less, 67 inches or less in width, with an enclosed cab and cargo compartment or bed, traveling on four or more tires.

Requires kei vehicle owners to register with the state Division of Motor Vehicles and possess a valid driver's license to operate on roadways, with registration costing $15 and a $3 specific ownership tax.

Restricts kei vehicles to roadways with speed limits of 55 mph or less and prohibits operation on limited-access highways, with violations classified as Class B traffic infractions.

Mandates kei vehicles be equipped with functioning brakes, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, windshield and wipers, rear-view mirrors, and seatbelts, and requires proof of insurance for registration.

Allows kei vehicles to be registered and titled as off-highway vehicles and permits crossing limited-access highways at at-grade intersections.