Environmental Protection Agency Evaluation of the AUTOTHERM Energy Conservation System under Section 511 of the Motor Vehicle Information and Cost Savings Act

摘要

The document announces the conclusions of the EPA evaluation of the 'AUTOTHERM Energy Conservation System' device under the provisions of Section 511 of the Motor Vehicle Information and Cost Savings Act. The evaluation of the 'AUTOTHERM Energy Conservation System' was conducted upon the application of the manufacturer. The device allows using the vehicle's heater while parked with the engine off. Using the device is claimed to: (1) conserve fuel, (2) eliminate the exhaust pollutants that are generated when vehicle warmth is maintained by idling the engine, and, (3) lower maintenance costs. The device is also claimed to improve safety by eliminating the need to leave an unattended vehicle with its engine idling to maintain warmth. Carbon monoxide poisoning risks are also alleviated. EPA fully considered all of the information submitted by the applicant. The evaluation of the 'AUTOTHERM Energy Conservation System' was based on that information and the results of an Air Force test project.