VIA warning over CCS bills
The Imported Motor Vehicle Industry Association (VIA) is warning dealers to keep a handle on their finances when the clean car standard (CCS) launches on New Year’s Day.
Chief executive David Vinsen says the industry is pleased to have negotiated with the government for the deferral of penalties under the scheme until June 1.
However, it’s important used-vehicle importers keep track of what will be payable by regularly checking their Waka Kotahi CO2 accounts.
“The CCS kicks off on January 1 and by now all importers should have opened their CO2 accounts, which from December 1 all light vehicles imported – new and used – had to be registered in,” Vinsen told Autofile Online.
“Penalties and credits will come into effect on January 1 with invoices being sent out to importers on June 1. At the same time, the clean car discount remains in effect.
“It’s very important for dealers to regularly manage their CO2 accounts so see how they are doing under the CCS and to ensure they don’t get a nasty financial surprise come June. They should make provisions in their accounts and cashflow for any penalties accrued since January 1.”
Vinsen, pictured, adds VIA has been working on informing service providers about the requirements of the CCS – and especially the financial implications of penalties that will be imposed on importers and credits awarded under the scheme.
