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Importing a New VehicleThe government has the following requirements for importing a new vehicle:It must be completely manufactured and assembled outside of IndiaIt must be imported from the country in which it was manufacturedIt must not have been registered, sold, leased or loaned before importationIt must have right-hand steering, controls and headlights suitable for driving on the left side of the road (applicable to all vehicles with the exception of two- and three-wheelers)It must have a speedometer that displays the speed in kilometres per hourIt can be imported only via the Indian customs ports at Mumbai (Nhava Sheva), Kolkata or ChennaiIt must conform to the provisions of the Central Motor Vehicles Act of 1988Importing a Used VehicleThe government has the following requirements for importing a used vehicle:It cannot have been manufactured more than three years previouslyIt must have been previously registered, sold, leased or loaned before importationIt must have a roadworthiness certificate valid for at least five years after the date of importationIt must have right-hand steering, controls and headlights suitable for driving on the left side of the road (applicable to all vehicles with the exception of two- and three-wheelers)It must have a speedometer that displays the speed in kilometres per hourIt can be imported only through the Indian customs port at Mumbai (Nhava Sheva)It must conform to the provisions of the Central Motor Vehicles Act of 1988Its cylinder capacity is no more than 3,000ccBanned VehiclesThe following types of vehicle are banned:Cars with an engine capacity of between 1,000cc and 2,500ccMotorcycles with an engine capacity of between 50cc and 500ccScooters with an engine capacity of between 250cc and 800ccTransfer of ResidenceForeign nationals and non-resident Indians (NRIs) moving to India on a “transfer of residence” for permanent settlement are allowed to import one car or motorcycle (new or used) under the following conditions:The vehicle owner has resided abroad for at least two years and will stay in India for at least one yearThe total stay on previous short trips to India has not exceeded six months during the two years before immigrationThe vehicle owner has not imported another vehicle using “transfer of residence” in the preceding three yearsOnly one member of a family can import a vehicle using “transfer of residence”A vehicle must be imported within six months of arrival in India and meet the conditions set by the governmentThe imported vehicle cannot be sold in India for two yearsNew or used cars (of any age) with an engine capacity of up to 1,600cc can be imported. Cars with an engine capacity of more than 1,600cc must be owned and registered abroad for at least a yearNew or used motorcycles (of any age) with an engine capacity of between 75cc and 500cc can be importedRequired DocumentsIndependent dealers will not usually ask buyers for official documents, especially if the purchase is made using cash.Authorised car dealers will ask the buyer to provide official proof of residence, proof of identity, and five passport-sized photographs. The following documents are acceptable forms of proof:PassportDriver’s licenceRation card (issued by state governments)Utility bill (gas, water or electricity)House registration papers (for home owners)Rent receipt or rental leaseEmployer’s certificate (issued by an employer)PAN card (10-digit number used for filing taxes)Customs DutiesForeign vehicles imported into India are subject to customs duties that cost more than the retail price at the time of purchase. On average, expect to pay about 102 percent duty on a new vehicle or 160 percent on a used vehicle. These rates include:Basic customs duty (35 percent)Special excise duty (24 percent)Additional duty (16 percent)Surcharge on customs duty (10 percent)Special additional duty of customs (4 percent)Motor vehicle cess (0.125 percent)Used vehicles are charged custom duties according to their depreciated price at the time of importation. In other words, duty has to be paid on a certain percentage of the vehicle’s original retail price, based on its age. The rules on depreciation are as follows:Period of useDepreciation allowedFor every quarter during first year4%For every quarter during second year3%For every quarter during third year2.5%For every quarter during fourth year2%There is a maximum depreciation of 70 percent permitted on used foreign vehicles.Vehicle TestingAll imported vehicles must be tested for compliance to the government requirements outlined in the Exim Policy (2001), Central Motor Vehicles Act (1988) and Central Motor Vehicle Rules (1989).Vehicles can be tested at the following locations:Ministry of Defence’s Vehicle Research and Development Establishment in Ahmednagar, MaharashtraAutomotive Research Association of India in Pune, MaharashtraCentral Farm and Machinery Training and Testing Institute in Budni, Madhya PradeshVehicle testing can be waived on the importation of luxury cars with a value of at least Rs20 lakhs (Rs2 million).Registering Foreign VehiclesAfter going through customs, non-commercial vehicles must be registered at the local branch of the state government’s Regional Transport Authority/Office (RTA/RTO). Vehicles must initially be temporarily registered, so that they can be transported from the port of entry to the either a testing site or the owner’s residence. Within seven days of delivery, the vehicle owner must apply for permanent registration.The government’s Central Motor Vehicles Act (1988) decrees that an owner must apply for a vehicle to be registered before it can be driven in a public place. All permanently registered vehicles must have a visible registration mark (licence plate) displayed.Temporary RegistrationTemporary registration is issued for seven days to allow a new vehicle to be transported to the owner’s residence. There are minor variations between states on the required forms and documents needed to apply for a temporary registration for an imported vehicle. However, the following are required by the RTO/RTA in all states:Application form (can be downloaded from the RTO/RTA website)Copy of a valid car insurance certificateCopy of the pollution under control certificate, which is issued after a vehicle has been testedProof of addressCopy of the roadworthiness certificate, which is issued by the vehicle’s manufacturerCopy of the customs clearance certificateRegistration fee (varies by state)Road tax (varies by state)Further information on the regulations and the forms required for temporary registration can be found on each state government’s RTO/RTA website.Permanent RegistrationThere are minor variations between states on the required forms and documents needed to apply for a permanent registration for an imported vehicle. However, the following are required by the RTO/RTA in all states:Application form (can be downloaded from the RTO/RTA website)Copy of a valid car insurance certificateCopy of the pollution under control certificate, which is issued after a vehicle has been testedProof of addressCopy of the roadworthiness certificate, which is issued by the vehicle’s manufacturerCopy of the customs clearance certificateRoad tax (rate varies by state) – not applicable if bought during the temporary registration processRegistration fee (varies by state)The RTO/RTA will issue the vehicle registration number and mark after the application and fees have been submitted. Vehicle owners have the option of purchasing special vehicle registration numbers, which cost between Rs1,000 and Rs50,000.Further information on the regulations and the forms required for permanent registration can be found on each state government’s RTO/RTA website.further queries visit http://www.cbec.gov.in .

In the United States there are more than 20,000 total firearms laws. But here’s a look at Gun Regulations vs. Car regulations with a bit of humor added:I keep hearing people say they want to regulate guns the way we regulate cars. They don't really mean that, of course. What they mean is they want to make it acceptable to find more ways to intrude on the right to keep and bear arms.I propose instead, we regulate cars the way we regulate guns. Let's start:To buy or operate a standard car, one will have to be 18 years old. Under that age, adult supervision will be mandatory. This means the adult must be in the vehicle with the underage driver.To buy a sports car, you will have to be 21. A "Sports car" will be defined as any combination of any two of the following: 2 doors instead of 4, spoked rims not requiring hubcaps, aerodynamic effects such as spoilers or air dams, a wheelbase under 100 inches, a manual transmission, a curb weight under 3000 lbs, fiberglass or other non-metal construction, or painted logos.For every purchase, you will have to fill out a questionnaire confirming you're a US citizen, do not use drugs or abuse alcohol, have never had a conviction for alcohol related incidents or reckless driving. Lying on this form will be punishable by 10 years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine.New cars will only be purchased from Federal Automobile Licensees who must provide fingerprints, proof of character, secure storage for all vehicles, and who must call the Federal Bureau of Motor Vehicles to verify your information before purchase. They may approve or decline or delay the sale. If they decline, you may appeal the decision in writing to a review board. If they delay, it becomes an approval automatically after 10 days. However, the dealer may decline to complete such a sale in case of later problems.Additionally, the purchase of more than two cars in a given year will require signing an understanding that buying cars in order to resell them without a license is a crime. There is an 11% federal excise tax on all new vehicles, plus any state or local tax.Federal Automobile Licensees must agree to submit to 24/7/365, unannounced, unscheduled searches of their entire homes, businesses and any relates properties and personal effects to be named later.Then you will be eligible to take your drivers' license test to determine your eligibility to operate on the street. Rules will vary by state, with some states requiring proof of need to own a vehicle for business purposes, and up to 40 hours of professional education. Also, not all states will accept all licenses. You will need to keep track of this information. Additionally, speed limits will not be posted. It is your responsibility to research the driving laws in each area you wish to travel through. Some communities may not allow out of state vehicles, sports cars, or even any vehicles at all. Violation of these laws will result in confiscation and destruction of your vehicle by crushing.To have a turbocharger, supercharger (External Engine Compression Devices) or a muffler will require an application to the Federal Bureau of Motor Vehicles. A $2000 tax stamp will be required for these High Performance Vehicles. Your request must also be signed by the local chief law enforcement officer, and you must provide fingerprints. If approved in 10-16 weeks, you will be responsible for keeping your High Performance Vehicle in secure storage, and request permission in writing to take it out of state. You will need to carry this documentation with you. There are 13 states that do not allow possession of High Performance Vehicles. Be sure you are aware of those laws before planning your trips. (But really, what do you need such a vehicle for anyway? Who really needs to drive that fast? You must willingly accept and adhere to the socially accepted idea that you are inherently evil for merely possessing such a fast, high powered automobile.)Additionally, superchargers and turbochargers must be manufactured before June 1, 1986. They may be sold and refitted by a FAL who also has a Special Occupational Tax license authorizing him to work on these. New superchargers, however, are a violation of federal law, except for use by the police or military, or specific government contractors. Expect to pay $15-$30,000 each for these items. Mufflers will only cost from $250-$1000, plus the $2000 stamp. However, once the muffler is damaged, it must be disposed of by cutting it into three pieces. Failure to do this may result in your family going through the next decade only knowing you in a prison jumpsuit and all your bank accounts seized and never replenished.Imported sports cars will be prohibited. You may purchase other items from foreign manufacturers, but your automobile is in a special class of prohibition due to its inherently evil and sinister nature. The frames may be imported, cut into three pieces, and reassembled with US made engines and suspensions, as long as 60% of the parts are American. Shortly, though, the Transmission Loophole will be closed. The purpose of allowing imports is for spare parts, not to build more destructive "race vehicles.” Transmissions will have to be US made.Repairs may only be conducted by a licensed FAL, who will send a truck to retrieve your vehicle. It must be a flatbed type truck, winch/dolly trucks are not allowed, under 10/$10,000 penalty. You may work on your own vehicle, but any repair that exceeds emission or performance standards will be subject to federal criminal charges. And violation of this reasonable regulation could result in not only your imprisonment and the confiscation of your assets but imprisonment of any employee or family member who was insane enough to repair your “race car” for you.Be aware that an existing HPV may have multiple HP Features. A new HPV will require a license for each feature you wish to add to it—one each for muffler or external engine compression device. And you must request and receive, in writing, permission from the federal, state and local governing authorities prior to making such modifications.Converting a standard car to a sports car will require payment of a $2000 tax, even if no HP features are added. However, if an FAL/SOT does the conversion on a new frame before the vehicle leaves their premises, it will only be a $50 tax. You will need to carry this documentation in the glove box at all times, the mere failure of which alone can result in an arrest and possible conviction.There is discussion of closing the Car Dealer Loophole, through which private individuals sell cars to friends without going through an FAL. It is important we have these background checks. Surveys show criminals prefer to buy unlicensed to get around their legal liabilities so they can commit crimes in stolen vehicles, which evidence has proven for many years to be true.Some vehicle law convictions will result in loss of your driving privileges forever. This includes reckless operation, drunk driving, an incorrect bumper height or attachment, or the wrong type of exhaust. Collisions may also result in permanent loss of driving, if injury occurs and negligence is proven. In addition, any felony conviction of any kind--even tax evasion--will mean permanent loss of your driving privileges. In these cases, it will even be illegal to ride or sit in a friend's car.There is also discussion of prohibiting brightly colored vehicles. Vehicles are transportation, not toys, and should not be marketed in a way that suggests they are intended for casual use. It is important that everyone be aware of the dangerous nature of cars.In the future, we may have to consider large displacement engines (anything over 2.5 liters) and transmissions with more than three speeds as being High Performance Items to be added to the federal registry. There will be a window during which you can register your items for $2000 each, provided you meet the background check. Otherwise, you will have to immediately surrender them to an FAL/SOT to dispose of on your behalf. Operating an unlicensed HPV after this date will result in confiscation and destruction of the vehicle, and the 10/$10,000 punishment.These laws and regulations are due to drunk drivers, reckless drivers and other criminals. The automobile community should be glad it is allowed to exist at all, given all the deaths and environmental damage caused by these vehicles.The president said today that he strongly supports your right to own and drive basic, standard vehicles for farm use and carpooling. But he and many other people have made it clear that eventually – maybe this month – we need to cease all manufacturing of such high powered automobiles for the civilian market.Eventually, we need to move away from the notion that owning and operating a vehicle is a right and entitlement, and limit it to people with a proven, bona fide professional need. There are plenty of trains and buses for normal people. This is how most civilized nations are moving and is not a violation of your right to travel.Taken from : WE NEED TO REGULATE CARS THE WAY WE REGULATE GUNS(1) No federal licensing or registration of car owners.(2) Any person may use a car on his own private property without any license or registration. See, e.g., California Vehicle Code §§ 360, 12500 (driver’s license required for driving on “highways,” defined as places that are “publicly maintained and open to the use of the public for purposes of vehicular travel”); California Vehicle Code § 4000 (same as to registration).(3) Any adult — and in most states, 16- and 17-year-olds, as well — may get a license to use a car in public places by passing a fairly simple test that virtually everyone can pass.(4) You can lose your license for proved misuse of the car, but not for most other misconduct; and even if you lose your driver’s license, you can usually regain it some time later.(5) Your license from one state is good throughout the country.Taken from : Why not regulate guns like cars?Here’s what gun ownership would look like if guns actually were regulated like cars.Car dealers don’t need to be licensed by the federal government. Gun dealers do.Car dealers don’t need to keep meticulous records of all transactions under penalty of law. Gun dealers do.Cars don’t require registration to own or licensing to operate. Neither do guns.Cars can legally be sold across state lines. Selling a gun across state lines is a felony.Driver’s licenses are valid in all states. Concealed carry licenses aren’t.I don’t need to tell the ATF when I take my short wheel-base car to another state. I do need to tell them when I take my SBR hunting rifle.Cars aren’t banned just because they look scary. “Assault weapons” are.Taken from Debunking the "Guns should be Treated like Cars" Analogy - The Truth About Guns

Shouldn't guns have at least as many requirements as getting a driver's license in the U.S.?I take it that the OP is entirely unaware that guns are far, far more regulated than cars.Once again, I return to the wise words of Michael Z. Williamson. WE NEED TO REGULATE CARS THE WAY WE REGULATE GUNSI keep hearing people say they want to regulate guns the way we regulate cars. They don't really mean that, of course. What they mean is they want to make it acceptable to find more ways to intrude on the right to keep and bear arms.I propose instead, we regulate cars the way we regulate guns. Let's start:To buy or operate a standard car, one will have to be 18 years old. Under that age, adult supervision will be mandatory. This means the adult must be in the vehicle with the underage driver.To buy a sports car, you will have to be 21. A "Sports car" will be defined as any combination of any two of the following: 2 doors instead of 4, spoked rims not requiring hubcaps, aerodynamic effects such as spoilers or air dams, a wheelbase under 100 inches, a manual transmission, a curb weight under 3000 lbs, fiberglass or other non-metal construction, or painted logos.For every purchase, you will have to fill out a questionnaire confirming you're a US citizen, do not use drugs or abuse alcohol, have never had a conviction for alcohol related incidents or reckless driving. Lying on this form will be punishable by 10 years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine.New cars will only be purchased from Federal Automobile Licensees who must provide fingerprints, proof of character, secure storage for all vehicles, and who must call the Federal Bureau of Motor Vehicles to verify your information before purchase. They may approve or decline or delay the sale. If they decline, you may appeal the decision in writing to a review board. If they delay, it becomes an approval automatically after 10 days. However, the dealer may decline to complete such a sale in case of later problems.Additionally, the purchase of more than two cars in a given year will require signing an understanding that buying cars in order to resell them without a license is a crime. There is an 11% federal excise tax on all new vehicles, plus any state or local tax.Federal Automobile Licensees must agree to submit to 24/7/365, unannounced, unscheduled searches of their entire homes, businesses and any relates properties and personal effects to be named later.Then you will be eligible to take your drivers' license test to determine your eligibility to operate on the street. Rules will vary by state, with some states requiring proof of need to own a vehicle for business purposes, and up to 40 hours of professional education. Also, not all states will accept all licenses. You will need to keep track of this information. Additionally, speed limits will not be posted. It is your responsibility to research the driving laws in each area you wish to travel through. Some communities may not allow out of state vehicles, sports cars, or even any vehicles at all. Violation of these laws will result in confiscation and destruction of your vehicle by crushing.To have a turbocharger, supercharger (External Engine Compression Devices) or a muffler will require an application to the Federal Bureau of Motor Vehicles. A $2000 tax stamp will be required for these High Performance Vehicles. Your request must also be signed by the local chief law enforcement officer, and you must provide fingerprints. If approved in 10-16 weeks, you will be responsible for keeping your High Performance Vehicle in secure storage, and request permission in writing to take it out of state. You will need to carry this documentation with you. There are 13 states that do not allow possession of High Performance Vehicles. Be sure you are aware of those laws before planning your trips. (But really, what do you need such a vehicle for anyway? Who really needs to drive that fast? You must willingly accept and adhere to the socially accepted idea that you are inherently evil for merely possessing such a fast, high powered automobile.)Additionally, superchargers and turbochargers must be manufactured before June 1, 1986. They may be sold and refitted by a FAL who also has a Special Occupational Tax license authorizing him to work on these. New superchargers, however, are a violation of federal law, except for use by the police or military, or specific government contractors. Expect to pay $15-$30,000 each for these items. Mufflers will only cost from $250-$1000, plus the $2000 stamp. However, once the muffler is damaged, it must be disposed of by cutting it into three pieces. Failure to do this may result in your family going through the next decade only knowing you in a prison jumpsuit and all your bank accounts seized and never replenished.Imported sports cars will be prohibited. You may purchase other items from foreign manufacturers, but your automobile is in a special class of prohibition due to its inherently evil and sinister nature. The frames may be imported, cut into three pieces, and reassembled with US made engines and suspensions, as long as 60% of the parts are American. Shortly, though, the Transmission Loophole will be closed. The purpose of allowing imports is for spare parts, not to build more destructive "race vehicles.” Transmissions will have to be US made.Repairs may only be conducted by a licensed FAL, who will send a truck to retrieve your vehicle. It must be a flatbed type truck, winch/dolly trucks are not allowed, under 10/$10,000 penalty. You may work on your own vehicle, but any repair that exceeds emission or performance standards will be subject to federal criminal charges. And violation of this reasonable regulation could result in not only your imprisonment and the confiscation of your assets but imprisonment of any employee or family member who was insane enough to repair your “race car” for you.Be aware that an existing HPV may have multiple HP Features. A new HPV will require a license for each feature you wish to add to it—one each for muffler or external engine compression device. And you must request and receive, in writing, permission from the federal, state and local governing authorities prior to making such modifications.Converting a standard car to a sports car will require payment of a $2000 tax, even if no HP features are added. However, if an FAL/SOT does the conversion on a new frame before the vehicle leaves their premises, it will only be a $50 tax. You will need to carry this documentation in the glove box at all times, the mere failure of which alone can result in an arrest and possible conviction.There is discussion of closing the Car Dealer Loophole, through which private individuals sell cars to friends without going through an FAL. It is important we have these background checks. Surveys show criminals prefer to buy unlicensed to get around their legal liabilities so they can commit crimes in stolen vehicles, which evidence has proven for many years to be true.Some vehicle law convictions will result in loss of your driving privileges forever. This includes reckless operation, drunk driving, an incorrect bumper height or attachment, or the wrong type of exhaust. Collisions may also result in permanent loss of driving, if injury occurs and negligence is proven. In addition, any felony conviction of any kind--even tax evasion--will mean permanent loss of your driving privileges. In these cases, it will even be illegal to ride or sit in a friend's car.There is also discussion of prohibiting brightly colored vehicles. Vehicles are transportation, not toys, and should not be marketed in a way that suggests they are intended for casual use. It is important that everyone be aware of the dangerous nature of cars.In the future, we may have to consider large displacement engines (anything over 2.5 liters) and transmissions with more than three speeds as being High Performance Items to be added to the federal registry. There will be a window during which you can register your items for $2000 each, provided you meet the background check. Otherwise, you will have to immediately surrender them to an FAL/SOT to dispose of on your behalf. Operating an unlicensed HPV after this date will result in confiscation and destruction of the vehicle, and the 10/$10,000 punishment.These laws and regulations are due to drunk drivers, reckless drivers and other criminals. The automobile community should be glad it is allowed to exist at all, given all the deaths and environmental damage caused by these vehicles.The president said today that he strongly supports your right to own and drive basic, standard vehicles for farm use and carpooling. But he and many other people have made it clear that eventually – maybe this month – we need to cease all manufacturing of such high powered automobiles for the civilian market.Eventually, we need to move away from the notion that owning and operating a vehicle is a right and entitlement, and limit it to people with a proven, bona fide professional need. There are plenty of trains and buses for normal people. This is how most civilized nations are moving and is not a violation of your right to travel.©2013 by Michael Z. Williamson www.MichaelZWilliamson.comPermission to share granted for non profit purposes as long as this notice is included.