Masland says despite a review by her department the province will be keeping its current motor vehicle inspection requirement in place. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darren Calabrese
Source- The Canadian Press News
Nova Scotia's public works minister, Kim Masland, announced that the province will maintain its current motor vehicle inspection requirement following a review by her department. The review, initiated earlier this year, considered the possibility of eliminating fees for vehicle safety checks but ultimately decided against it. However, the department is still contemplating adjustments to the frequency of inspections.
Masland emphasized the importance of vehicle inspections in ensuring road safety across Nova Scotia. She expressed her belief that inspections are necessary measures to uphold safety standards on the province's roads and highways.
Additionally, Masland disclosed that internal polling conducted by the government indicated widespread support among Nova Scotians for retaining the vehicle inspection regime.
In Nova Scotia, vehicle inspections for cars incur a fee of $29.15 and are mandated every two years. However, vehicles newly purchased from licensed dealers are granted a three-year window for inspection renewal.
According to data from the department, the sale of safety stickers to vehicle inspection stations generated approximately $1.6 million in revenue in 2023. Additionally, licensing fees for motor vehicle inspection stations and testers amassed around $150,000 during the same period.
