(1) As used in this section, ‘miles per gallon’ or ‘MPG’ means the distance traveled in a vehicle powered by one gallon of fuel.

(2) The Department of Transportation shall determine the combined MPG ratings for each motor vehicle pursuant to a method determined by the department.

(3) In addition to the title fees prescribed under ORS § 803.090 (1)(c), there shall be paid an additional amount as follows:

(a) For vehicles that have a rating of 0-19 MPG or nonmotorized vehicles, $24.

(b) For vehicles that have a rating of 20-39 MPG, $29.

(c) For vehicles that have a rating of 40 MPG or greater, $39.

(d) For electric vehicles, $115. [2017 c.750 § 37; 2017 c.750 § 38]

803.091 was added to and made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code by legislative action but was not added to ORS Chapter 803 or any series therein. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

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