Get CARB-compliant Reefers from XTRA Lease and Operate without Penalty in California
(Updated 1/27/10)

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has mandated that all refrigerated trailers must meet new emissions standards. Effective January 1, 2010, this regulation applies to any reefer that operates in and enters California.

CARB has received many calls about rumors that the Transport Refrigeration Unit (TRU) regulation is on hold. These rumors are false.

Since the first of the year, CARB inspectors have issued numerous citations with penalties up to $1,000 per violation. It makes no difference where the TRU/reefer is based; any TRU that operates in California must comply with the CARB standards

During the first two weeks of January 2010, CARB inspectors issued close to 100 citations for violations. CARB inspectors are currently checking at border crossings, scales, roadside inspection stations, agricultural inspection stations, distribution centers, shippers, delivery points, ports, truck stops, intermodal facilities, and any place that TRUs may operate.

Are You Prepared?

If you operate non-compliant equipment, you could face harsh penalties and fines.

Good news: XTRA Lease is prepared—we have thousands of CARB-compliant reefers available for rent or lease. You can operate safely and keep freight moving in California without fear of penalties!

With XTRA Lease CARB-compliant reefers you will:

• Move through checkpoints faster with a clearly displayed CARB-issued ID decal.
• Lower your overall cost and improve cash flow with our affordable rental and lease options.
• Gain fleet flexibility with our short- and long-term programs.

XTRA Lease CARB-compliant reefers include:

• Electronic Throttling Valve, which lowers fuel consumption dramatically
• Increased cooling capacity up to 30% at 35° F setpoint
• Pre-cooling time reduced up to 40%
• OptiSet^TM control—