The Mobile Source Section is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to reduce air pollution from mobile sources such as vehicles, trains, planes, marine vessels, off road equipment and recreational vehicles.

Vehicle emissions are the largest in-state source of ozone pollution in Maine. According to 2002 Emissions Inventory mobile sources contributes 76% of NO_x emissions, and dangerous levels of particulate matter (soot) and airborne toxic chemicals. Click on the programs below for more information on emission reduction strategies.

LEV4ME Maine's Clean Car Program This site identifies those cars that meet the Clean Car Labeling Program. The site includes a list of 2003 thru 2007 vehicles that are certified as Low Emission Vehicles (LEV) and get 30 miles/gallon or better fuel economy.

Clean Marine Engine This site provides a link to EPA's web site with facts on the benefits of purchasing a low emission marine engine.

A list all the participants in the clean marine engine.

Diesel Testing This site provides information on the States' On-Road Heavy Duty Diesel Testing Program which is operated in cooperation with the Maine State Police.

Enhanced Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance This site covers the emissions portion of the Enhanced Safety Inspection Program for Cumberland County. It includes On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) inspection.

State Vehicle Fleet Efficiency Report Contains the 2006 Executive Order Report required to track improvements to State Governments Transportation Sector.

Fuels This site provides a copy of the 2005 Fuels Report and fuels data reported quarterly by the terminals as well as information on Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel.

Bio diesel Bio diesel is a renewable fuel made from either virgin or recycled plant oils or animal fats that can be used in place of regular petroleum-based diesel.

School Bus Program This site provides information on strategies for reducing student exposure to harmful diesel exhaust emissions.