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==Environmental record== The [[United States Environmental Protection Agency|Environmental Protection Agency]] conducted emissions-certification and representative emissions test in [[Ann Arbor, Michigan]], in 2005. Subsequently, Harley-Davidson produced an "environmental warranty". The warranty ensures each owner that the vehicle is designed and built free of any defects in materials and workmanship that would cause the vehicle to not meet EPA standards.<ref>[http://epa.gov/otaq/regs/roadbike/21-harley-pres.pdf Representative Emissions Test] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090127003227/http://epa.gov/otaq/regs/roadbike/21-harley-pres.pdf |date=January 27, 2009}} March 9, 2005. Retrieved May 14, 2008</ref> In 2005, the EPA and the [[Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection]] (PADEP) confirmed Harley-Davidson to be the first corporation to voluntarily enroll in the One Clean-Up Program. This program is designed for the clean-up of the affected soil and groundwater at the former York Naval Ordnance Plant. The program is backed by the state and local government along with participating organizations and corporations.<ref name="vupxae">[http://www.yorksiteremedy.com/ Former York Naval Ordnance Plant] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101129044601/http://www.yorksiteremedy.com/ |date=November 29, 2010 }} 2005. Retrieved May 14, 2008</ref> Paul Gotthold, Director of Operations for the EPA, congratulated the motor company: {{blockquote|Harley-Davidson has taken their environmental responsibilities very seriously and has already made substantial progress in the investigation and cleanup of past contamination. Proof of Harley's efforts can be found in the recent EPA determination that designates the Harley property as 'under control' for cleanup purposes. This determination means that there are no serious contamination problems at the facility. Under the new One Cleanup Program, Harley, EPA, and PADEP will expedite the completion of the property investigation and reach a final solution that will permanently protect human health and the environment.<ref name="vupxae" />}} Harley-Davidson also purchased most of Castalloy, a South Australian producer of cast motorcycle wheels and hubs. The South Australian government has set forth "protection to the purchaser (Harley-Davidson) against environmental risks". In August 2016, Harley-Davidson settled with the EPA for $12 million, without admitting wrongdoing, over the sale of [[aftermarket (automotive)|after-market]] "super tuners".<ref>{{cite web |last1=Geuss |first1=Megan |title=EPA punishes Harley-Davidson for selling an aftermarket tuner that elevated emissions |url=https://arstechnica.com/cars/2016/08/harley-davidson-to-pay-12-million-for-emissions-spewing-aftermarket-tuners/ |access-date=August 19, 2016 |website=Ars Technica |date=August 19, 2016 |archive-date=August 18, 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160818235952/http://arstechnica.com/cars/2016/08/harley-davidson-to-pay-12-million-for-emissions-spewing-aftermarket-tuners/ |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last1=Eaton |first1=Sabrina |title=U.S. EPA fines Harley-Davidson for emissions violations caused by 'super tuners' |url=http://www.cleveland.com/metro/index.ssf/2016/08/epa_cracks_down_on_harley-davi.html |access-date=August 19, 2016 |work=The Plain Dealer |date=August 19, 2016 |archive-date=August 18, 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160818183214/http://www.cleveland.com/metro/index.ssf/2016/08/epa_cracks_down_on_harley-davi.html |url-status=live }}</ref> Super tuners were devices, marketed for competition, which enabled increased performance of Harley-Davidson products. However, the devices also modified the emission control systems, producing increased [[hydrocarbon]] and [[nitrogen oxide]]. Harley-Davidson is required to buy back and destroy any super tuners which do not meet [[Clean Air Act (United States)|Clean Air Act]] requirements and spend $3 million on air pollution mitigation.
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