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Colorado and Texas have recently enacted laws permitting kei cars and trucks to be registered and driven legally on public roads. The two states join a growing roster that welcomes the diminutive Japanese vehicles, giving enthusiasts there a clearer path to enjoying their unique charms.
Kei vehicles appeal to drivers drawn to their compact size, efficiency and quirky character, but inconsistent regulations have long complicated ownership in parts of the country. Each new state that embraces them helps normalize the segment and expands the options for fans of these pint-sized machines.
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