California Seeks EPA Waiver for Gasoline Vehicle Ban
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has requested a waiver from the EPA under the Clean Air Act to implement a groundbreaking plan to end the sale of gasoline-only vehicles by 2035. This initiative, which has been adopted by twelve other states, mandates that 80% of new cars sold in California be electric and 20% be plug-in hybrids by 2035.
Impact on Emissions and Automakers’ Concerns
Starting in the 2026 model year, the rule aims to reduce smog-causing emissions from light-duty vehicles by 25%. The regulations also require 35% of new vehicles to be electric or plug-in hybrids by 2026, increasing to 68% by 2030, and reaching 100% by 2035. However, automakers have raised concerns about the feasibility of this ambitious timeline.
Pending Waivers and Regulatory Priorities
In addition to the gasoline vehicle ban, seven other waiver requests are pending for various environmental regulations, including those for locomotives and off-road engines. CARB Executive Officer Steven Cliff emphasized that these waivers are crucial for enforcing the new rules, highlighting the urgency of the situation as a top priority for state leadership.
As the EPA reviews the requests, discussions are ongoing regarding the future of emissions standards and electric vehicle adoption rates.
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Summary at glance
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking an EPA waiver under the Clean Air Act to end gasoline-only vehicle sales by 2035, alongside seven other environmental regulation requests. CARB’s plan mandates that 80% of new cars sold be electric and 20% plug-in hybrids by 2035, aiming to reduce light-duty vehicle emissions by 25% starting in 2026. While automakers express concerns about feasibility, CARB emphasizes the urgency of these waivers to enforce clean air standards.
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