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the ignition switch, all of the doors and and durability of its proposed device. company may have to submit a petition
hood must be closed and the driver’s To ensure reliability and durability of to modify the exemption. Part 543.7(d)
door must be locked with the ignition the device, Hyundai conducted tests states that a Part 543 exemption applies
key or all doors must be locked with the based on its own specified standards. only to vehicles that belong to a line
keyless entry. When the device is Hyundai also provided a detailed list of exempted under this part and equipped
armed, the visual (flashing hazard the tests conducted and believes that the with the anti-theft device on which the
lamps) and audible (horn sound) alarm device is reliable and durable since the line’s exemption is based. Further, Part
system will be triggered if unauthorized device complied with its specified 543.9(c)(2) provides for the submission
entry is attempted through the doors, requirements for each test. of petitions ‘‘to modify an exemption to
trunk or the hood. The device is Based on the evidence submitted by permit the use of an antitheft device
disarmed when the driver’s door is Hyundai, the agency believes that the similar to but differing from the one
unlocked with the transponder key or antitheft device for the Genesis vehicle specified in that exemption.’’
keyless entry. line is likely to be as effective in The agency wishes to minimize the
Hyundai stated that its antitheft reducing and deterring motor vehicle administrative burden that Part
device has been installed as standard theft as compliance with the parts- 543.9(c)(2) could place on exempted
equipment on the Hyundai Azera which marking requirements of the Theft vehicle manufacturers and itself. The
was previously approved for exemption Prevention Standard (49 CFR Part 541). agency did not intend in drafting Part
from Part 541. There is currently no Based on the information Hyundai 543 to require the submission of a
available theft rate data for Hyundai provided about its device, the agency modification petition for every change
vehicle lines that have been installed concludes that the device will provide to the components or design of an
with similar devices. However, Hyundai the five types of performance listed in antitheft device. The significance of
submitted data on the effectiveness of § 543.6(a)(3): Promoting activation; many such changes could be de
various antitheft devices to support its attracting attention to the efforts of minimis. Therefore, NHTSA suggests
belief that its device will be at least unauthorized persons to enter or operate that if the manufacturer contemplates
effective as comparable devices a vehicle by means other than a key; making any changes, the effects of
installed on other vehicle lines preventing defeat or circumvention of which might be characterized as de
previously granted exemptions by the the device by unauthorized persons; minimis, it should consult the agency
agency. Hyundai further stated that it preventing operation of the vehicle by before preparing and submitting a
believes that the General Motors, Ford unauthorized entrants; and ensuring the petition to modify.
and Isuzu devices contain components reliability and durability of the device.
that are functionally and operationally As required by 49 U.S.C. 33106 and Authority: 49 U.S.C. 33106; delegation of
similar to its device. Hyundai also 49 CFR 543.6(a)(4) and (5), the agency authority at 49 CFR 1.50.
stated that the theft data from the finds that Hyundai has provided Issued on: January 17, 2008.
National Crime Information Center adequate reasons for its belief that the Stephen R. Kratzke,
(NCIC) show a clear reduction in vehicle antitheft device will reduce and deter Associate Administrator for Rulemaking.
thefts after the introduction of the GM theft. [FR Doc. E8–1141 Filed 1–23–08; 8:45 am]
and Ford devices. Therefore, Hyundai For the foregoing reasons, the agency
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believes that its device will be at least hereby grants in full Hyundai’s petition
as effective as those devices that have for exemption for the Genesis vehicle
been installed on lines previously line from the parts-marking DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORATION
granted exemptions by the agency. requirements of 49 CFR Part 541. The
Hyundai provided theft rate data for the agency notes that 49 CFR Part 541, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials
Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird Appendix A–1, identifies those lines Safety Administration, Office of
vehicle lines showing a substantial that are exempted from the Theft Hazardous Materials Safety Notice of
reduction in theft rates comparing the Prevention Standard for a given model Application for Special Permits
lines between pre- and post year. 49 CFR Part 543.7(f) contains
introduction of the Pass-Key device. publication requirements incident to the AGENCY: Pipeline and Hazardous
Hyundai also provided ‘‘percent disposition of all Part 543 petitions. Materials Safety Administration
reduction’’ data for theft rates between Advanced listing, including the release (PHMSA), DOT.
pre- and post-production years for the of future product nameplates, the ACTION: List of Applications for Special
Ford Taurus and Mustang, and beginning model year for which the Permits.
Oldsmobile Toronado and Riviera petition is granted and a general
vehicle lines normalized to the three- description of the antitheft device is SUMMARY: In accordance with the
year average of the Camaro and Firebird necessary in order to notify law procedures governing the application
pre-introduction data. Hyundai stated enforcement agencies of new vehicle for, and the processing of, special
that the data shows a dramatic lines exempted from the parts-marking permits from the Department of
reduction of theft rates due to the requirements of the Theft Prevention Transportation’s Hazardous Material
introduction of devices substantially Standard. Regulations (49 CFR Part 107, Subpart
similar to the Hyundai immobilizer If Hyundai decides not to use the B), notice is hereby given that the Office
device. Specifically, the Taurus, exemption for this line, it must formally of Hazardous Materials Safety has
Mustang, Riviera and Toronado vehicle notify the agency. If such a decision is received the application described
lines showed a 63, 70, 80 and 58 percent made, the line must be fully marked herein. Each mode of transportation for
theft rate reduction respectively according to the requirements under 49 which a particular special permit is
between pre- and post-introduction of CFR Parts 541.5 and 541.6 (marking of requested is indicated by a number in
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immobilizer devices as standard major component parts and replacement the ‘‘Nature of Application’’ portion of
equipment on these vehicle lines. parts). the table below as follows: 1—Motor
In addressing the specific content NHTSA notes that if Hyundai wishes vehicle, 2—Rail freight, 3—Cargo vessel,
requirements of 543.6, Hyundai in the future to modify the device on 4—Cargo aircraft only, 5—Passenger-
provided information on the reliability which this exemption is based, the carrying aircraft.

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4306 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 16 / Thursday, January 24, 2008 / Notices

DATES: Comments must be received on comments is desired, include a self- This notice of receipt of applications
or before February 25, 2008. addressed stamped postcard showing for special permit is published in
ADDRESSES COMMENTS TO: Record the special permit number. accordance with part 107 of the Federal
Center, Pipeline and Hazardous hazardous materials transportation law
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Materials Safety Administration, U.S. (49 U.S.C. 5117(b); 49 CFR 1.53(b)).
Copies of the applications are available
Department of Transportation, for inspection in the Records Center, Issued in Washington, DC, on January 14,
Washington, DC 20590. 2008.
East Building, PHH–30, 1200 New
Comments should refer to the Delmer F. Billings,
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC or
application number and be submitted in Director, Office of Hazardous Materials,
at http://dms.dot.gov.
triplicate. If confirmation of receipt of Special Permits and Approvals.

NEW SPECIAL PERMITS


Application No. Docket No. Applicant Regulation(s) affected Nature of special permits thereof

14624–N ............. ........................ INOCOM Inc., 49 CFR 173.302a, 173.304a and To authorize the manufacture, marking, sale
Dalsung-gun, Daegu. 180.205. and use of non-DOT specification fiber re-
inforced plastic (FRP) full composite (FC)
cylinders for the transportation in com-
merce of certain Division 2.1 and 2.2 com-
pressed gases. (modes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5).
14625–N ............. ........................ Sun & Skin Care Re- 49 CFR 173.306(a)(3)(v) .............. To authorize the transportation in commerce
search, Inc., Cocoa, of an aerosol in certain non-refillable con-
FL. tainers which have been tested by an alter-
native method in lieu of the hot water bath
test. (modes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5).
14626–N ............. ........................ Aerojet, Sacramento, 49 CFR 173.56, 173.60 and To authorize the one-time, one-way transpor-
CA. 173.62. tation in commerce of a Class 1 explosive
contained in a solid rocket motor in alter-
native packaging. (mode 1).
14627–N ............. ........................ American Spraytech, 49 CFR 173.306(a)(3)(v) .............. To authorize the transportation in commerce
North Branch, NJ. of certain aerosols containing a Division
2.2 compressed gas in certain non-refill-
able aerosol containers which are not sub-
ject to the hot water bath test. (mode 1).
14628–N ............. ........................ National Aeronautics 49 CFR 173.301(f) and To authorize the transportation in commerce
and Space Adminis- 173.302a(a). of certain non-DOT specification pressure
tration. vessels containing compressed hydrogen,
which are component parts of a nickel-hy-
drogen battery. (mode 1).
14629–N ............. ........................ Eastman Chemical 49 CFR 173.31, 174.50 and To authorize the filling and transportation of
Company, Kings- 179.200–16. certain railcars having broken or unused
port, TN. magnetic gauging devices (MGDs) without
first obtaining a specific FRA Movement
Approval for each railcar or conducting the
repair on site. (mode 2).
14630–N ............. ........................ Dow Agrosciences 49 CFR 172.302(a); 172.504(a) ... To authorize the transportation in commerce
LLC, Indianapolis, of Division 6.1 liquid fumigants in non-DOT
IN. specification cargo tanks equipped with an
alternative pressure relief system. (mode
1).
14631–N ............. ........................ iSi Automotive GmbH, 49 CFR 173.301, 173.302a and To authorize the manufacture, marking, sale
Austria. 173.305. and use of non-DOT specification cylinders
for certain hazardous materials for use as
components of safety systems. (mode 1, 2,
3, 4, 5).

[FR Doc. 08–248 Filed 1–23–08; 8:45 am] DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SUMMARY: In accordance with the
BILLING CODE 4909–60–M procedures governing the application
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials for, and the processing of, special
Safety Administration, Office of permits from the Department of
Hazardous Materials Safety Transportation’s Hazardous Material
Regulations (49 CFR part 107, subpart
Notice of Applications for Modification B), notice is hereby given that the Office
of Special Permit of Hazardous Materials Safety has
AGENCY: Pipeline and Hazardous received the application described
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Materials Safety Administration herein. This notice is abbreviated to


(PHMSA), DOT. expedite docketing and public notice.
Because the sections affected, modes of
ACTION: List of Applications for
transportation, and the nature of
Modifications of Special Permit.
application have been shown in earlier

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