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General Motors faces approximately $6 billion in charges in Q4 due to declining EV sales following the U.S. ending EV tax incentives and easing emissions standards, impacting its ambitious electric vehicle plans.
The FTC has taken action to counter California's deal with truck manufacturers to uphold stricter emissions standards, which was seen as a move to protect California's authority against potential federal challenges from a Trump administration. The truck manufacturers have filed a lawsuit, claiming they are caught between conflicting regulations from California and federal authorities, creating uncertainty for their business operations.
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson criticized the Supreme Court for appearing to favor corporate interests in a case challenging EPA's vehicle emissions regulations, raising concerns about the court's impartiality and the influence of moneyed interests, though her dissent was countered by other justices and legal experts.
President Donald Trump is set to sign resolutions to revoke California's vehicle emissions standards, aiming to limit the state's authority to enforce stricter EV and pollution rules, prompting legal challenges and political debate over environmental regulation and states' rights.
Tesla faces significant risks to its revenue from regulatory credit sales due to potential policy changes and political actions that could eliminate or reduce the market for these credits, which have historically contributed billions to Tesla's profits amid declining vehicle sales and policy shifts.
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case challenging California's authority to set its own vehicle emissions standards, a provision allowed under the Clean Air Act due to the state's unique pollution issues. This follows a legal battle initiated when the Trump administration revoked California's waiver for stricter standards, a decision reversed by the Biden administration. Ohio and 16 other states argue the waiver violates the constitutional principle of state equality, while environmental groups claim the lawsuit aims to undermine the Clean Air Act. The D.C. Circuit Court previously upheld the EPA's authority to grant such waivers.
The auto industry, through its main lobbying group, is urging President-elect Donald Trump to preserve the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit and maintain stability in emissions standards, despite Trump's campaign promises to eliminate such incentives. The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, representing major automakers, argues that these policies are crucial for maintaining U.S. competitiveness and job creation. The group also seeks a federal regulatory framework for autonomous vehicles, aligning with Trump's interests, while expressing concerns over potential rollbacks of Biden's environmental policies.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that the state will abandon California's vehicle emissions standards by the end of the year, citing an opinion from Attorney General Jason Miyares. Youngkin argues that Virginians should have the freedom to choose their vehicles without government mandates. The decision has been criticized by Democrats and environmental groups, who argue that it is illegal and detrimental to public health and environmental benefits. Virginia will revert to federal standards instead.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares announced that Virginia will exit California's electric vehicle mandate at the end of 2024, following an official opinion that the state is not required to comply with California's new emissions regulations set to take effect in 2025. This decision allows Virginians to follow federal emissions standards and choose their own vehicles without facing penalties.
Toyota showcased new compact engines that can run on various fuels, including biofuels and e-fuels, aiming to meet tougher emissions standards. The engines, developed in collaboration with Subaru and Mazda, are designed to integrate with electric drive units and offer significant size and weight reductions. This move aligns with Toyota's strategy of promoting multiple powertrain options, including hybrids, amid a slowdown in EV growth.
The U.S. EPA has implemented stringent new emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks and buses, aiming to reduce air pollution, combat climate change, and stimulate economic growth. These rules are expected to cut a billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions annually and bring about $13 billion in yearly benefits related to public health, climate, and savings for truck owners and operators. While California's regulations are more stringent, the federal rules allow for more flexibility in fuel choices, with a focus on meeting air emissions standards. The transition to zero-emission trucks and electricity is estimated to save nearly 67,000 lives by 2050, but the shift will come with significant costs, including the need for new charging stations and increased electrical capacity. Truck manufacturers and industry groups have expressed support for the new regulations, but differences between California's mandates and the federal rules are expected to lead to political lobbying and policy controversy.
The EPA has established stringent emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks and buses, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality. The new rules, effective for model years 2027 through 2032, are projected to prevent up to 1 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions over the next three decades and provide $13 billion in net benefits. While the auto industry could meet the limits by increasing electric vehicle sales, industry groups have criticized the standards as unattainable with current technology and infrastructure limitations. The EPA contends that the new rules will offer truck owners a range of powertrain options while achieving stringent environmental goals and providing health benefits, particularly in communities heavily impacted by heavy truck traffic.
The EPA has announced new emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, impacting freight trucks and buses manufactured for model years 2027-2032, in an effort to cut pollution and combat climate change. The performance-based standards are technology-neutral, allowing manufacturers to use various emissions control technologies to meet requirements. The move is part of the Biden-Harris administration's climate agenda and is expected to avoid 1 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions, providing societal benefits and improving public health. While some industry groups support the standards, others, such as the American Trucking Association, argue that the targets are unachievable and could have negative consequences for the supply chain and economy.
Al Gore III, son of former Vice President Al Gore, is supporting the Biden administration's aggressive emissions standards and push for electric vehicles (EVs), following in his father's footsteps as a prominent figure in climate change advocacy. The new multi-pollutant emission standards aim to increase nationwide adoption of EVs and reduce carbon dioxide emissions from the transportation sector. Despite criticism from some energy experts, Gore III expressed public support for the initiative, emphasizing the potential for American leadership in manufacturing and a better future.
The Biden Administration is retracting a proposed rule that would have required automakers to produce fewer gas-powered vehicles or face significant fines, after meeting with car manufacturers who expressed difficulty in meeting aggressive EV transition goals. The previous plan aimed for 67% of new cars to be electric by 2032, but the new rules now allow for 30-56%. The EPA also announced revised emissions standards for vehicles from 2027 to 2032, requiring emissions reductions in every new car sold and aiming for 56% of new vehicle sales to be all-electric by 2032, with at least 13% being hybrid vehicles.