Statutes > New Mexico Statutes > Chapter 65 - Motor Carriers. > Article 3 - Motor Carrier Safety, 65-3-1 through 65-3-14. > Section 65-3-9 - Commercial motor vehicles; equipment; regulations.

Section 65-3-9 - Commercial motor vehicles; equipment; regulations.

65-3-9. Commercial motor vehicles; equipment; regulations.

The director shall adopt regulations not inconsistent with or more stringent than applicable federal safety standards concerning the following parts and accessories necessary for the safe operation of a commercial motor carrier:   

A.     lighting devices, reflectors and electrical equipment;   

B.     brake systems and performance;   

C.     glazing and window obstructions;   

D.     fuel systems;   

E.     coupling devices and towing methods;   

F.     tires and wheels;   

G.     heaters;   

H.     exhaust systems;   

I.     frames and body components;   

J.     suspension systems;   

K.     steering systems;   

L.     cargo securement;   

M.     emergency safety equipment; and   

N.     any other miscellaneous parts and accessories he deems necessary.