By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has issued a proposal to implement California Governor Newsom’s 2020 executive order to phase out the sale of new diesel- or gas-powered cars in the state by 2035. The proposal, summarized in the “initial statement of reasons” (ISOR), would require 35% of new cars, SUVs and small trucks sold to be zero-emissions starting in 2026, and increasing to 68% in 2030 and 100% in 2035. The proposal also sets first-time durability, warranty and other provisions on zero-emissions vehicles.
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has issued a proposal to implement California Governor Newsom’s 2020 executive order to phase out the sale of new diesel- or gas-powered cars in the state by 2035.
If adopted, the regulations could lead the way for at least 15 other states that have pledged to follow California’s standard for previous clean-car rules to adopt similar proposals. The sale of used cars would not be affected under the proposal, and it would not force the current fleet of diesel- or gas-powered vehicles off the road.
The public comment period is open until May 31, followed by a hearing on June 9. CARB is expected to vote on the proposal in August.
For more information, contact Caroline Fletcher at carolinef@sema.org.