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Dear Chairman Nichols,

I am writing in support of Tesla Motor's recent communication. As
a Californian and soon-to-be owner of two California-manufactured
fully electric vehicles, the Tesla Roadster and Aptera Typ-1e, I
find it hard to believe that we are considering rolling back
requirements for true ZEVs in favor of more hybrid automobiles. As
a current hybrid owner, I appreciate the advances they represent in
reducing air pollution and the need for more oil. However, the
hybrid market is well established; the need for inducements seems
analogous to tax breaks for oil companies for exploration.

To reiterate, I support:

1) Increase not decrease the minimum number of Pure ZEV required
in Phase III (2012-2015);

2) Eliminate the substitution of Pure ZEVs with Enhanced
AT-PZEVs;

3) Set the minimum ZEV requirements on a yearly basis rather than
for three years, thus preventing manufacturers from getting an
additional three year grace period and eliminating “blackout”
years;

4) Change the carry forward provision of gold ZEV credits earned
by any manufacturer that exclusively manufactures pure ZEVs to
expire 3 years from the date of transfer to another manufacturer.

Sincerely,

Jay Snable