Congress utilized the Congressional Review Act to repeal waivers for zero-emission vehicles enacted by the Biden administration, leading to California's legal challenge. John Dunlap III voiced concerns over the California government's rapid push for zero-emission regulations, noting issues with charging infrastructure and insufficient engagement with truck fleets. In 2022, California mandated that all new cars sold be zero emissions by 2035, alongside plans to phase out diesel trucks. However, these plans will not proceed due to newfound federal oversight. Automakers criticized the rules as too aggressive, risking jobs and consumer options, while some view the air board as holding excessive power.
John Dunlap III criticized California's push for zero-emission car and truck rules, highlighting concern over inadequate charging infrastructure and the impacts on trucking, suggesting a lack of dialogue with technology users.
Under California's 2022 rule, all new cars sold must be zero emissions by 2035, with a target of 68% by 2030 and an aim to phase out diesel trucks by 2042, but these regulations will not be implemented now.
Automakers expressed that California's aggressive mandates could result in manufacturing job losses and higher car prices, despite significant industry investments in electrification and the availability of 144 electrified models.
Critics argue that California's air board is an unelected body with excessive authority, with members stemming from the Governor's office and Legislative appointees.
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