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environment5 months ago•7 min saved

EPA's Proposed Rollback of Climate Regulations Sparks Controversy

The EPA has proposed to revoke its 'endangerment finding' and weaken or eliminate key vehicle pollution standards, including tailpipe emissions rules, in a move that has been praised by oil and biofuel industries but criticized by environmental advocates. This rollback aims to reduce regulatory burdens on automakers and lower vehicle costs but could lead to increased pollution and climate change impacts, with the proposal subject to public comment and legal challenges.

via NPR|

#automakers #car-regulations #climate-change

sports7 months ago•3 min saved

Christian Horner Advocates Track Changes to Boost Monaco F1 Overtaking

Christian Horner advocates for significant changes to Monaco's track layout and car regulations to promote overtaking and reduce the race's procession-like nature, citing the track's outdated design and the increasing size of F1 cars as key issues. Despite recent rule tweaks, he believes more drastic measures are needed to make Monaco more competitive and exciting.

via Motorsport.com|

#car-regulations #f1 #monaco-grand-prix

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"California Proposes Mandating Speed Limiting Devices in New Cars"

A California Democratic lawmaker has introduced a bill that would mandate all new cars sold in the state to be equipped with a device preventing them from traveling more than 10 mph over the speed limit, as part of an effort to reduce traffic fatalities. The bill package also includes requirements for side underride guards on trucks and physical improvements to state-owned surface streets. While proponents argue that these changes are necessary to address the surge in road deaths, not everyone is on board with the legislation, with some expressing frustration with the proposed speed limit restriction.

via Fox News|

#california #car-regulations #politics