Are windshield wipers required on NEVs?

Windshield wipers are not required on Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs) because these vehicles are typically designed for short-distance travel at low speeds, often in areas where inclement weather is less of a concern. NEVs are subject to specific regulations and standards that differ from those applied to standard passenger vehicles. Because of their intended use and the conditions under which they primarily operate, the inclusion of windshield wipers is not mandated. This regulatory flexibility is based on the notion that NEVs are primarily used in controlled environments where severe weather conditions are not commonplace, thus allowing some exemptions from typical vehicle equipment requirements.