Claims proposal puts owners and public at ‘grave risk’Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), issuing a statement yesterday (6), expressed disappointment over a cabinet proposal to allow assembly of vehicles with used parts that was being considered and if passed would be violating many laws and regulations for vehicle assembly. CMTA stated that it vehemently opposes this proposal, which raises many concerns over the safety standards, durability, and reliability of vehicles assembled from used parts of questionable quality. Jayasundara, had submitted a proposal on a quota system for a minimum level of vehicle imports that would allow the industry to survive without needing to resort to further job cuts. Founded in 1920, the CMTA is the only Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC)-affiliated trade body that represents vehicle manufacturers through their locally appointed franchise holders (commonly called “agents”). Such vehicles are always provided with a full manufacturer’s warranty against manufacturing defects, for the complete peace of mind of vehicle owners.

Source: The Nation June 06, 2021 22:18 UTC