The bill amends Section 66-3-1001.1 of the New Mexico Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Act, updating definitions related to off-highway motor vehicles, specifically concerning tires and vehicle size. Notable changes include the removal of the term "low-pressure" in the definition of "all-terrain vehicle," which now specifies that it must have "non-highway tires." Additionally, the definition of "recreational off-highway vehicle" has been revised to increase the maximum unladen dry weight from 1,750 pounds to 3,500 pounds, while also introducing a requirement for identification via a seventeen-character vehicle identification number.

These amendments aim to clarify the definitions and criteria for off-highway motor vehicles, ensuring they align with current industry standards and practices. The bill also retains existing definitions for other vehicle types and introduces a broader category for vehicles that may enter the market in the future, which fit the general profile of recreational off-highway vehicles.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 66-3-1001.1