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Topic: Policy

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The United States of NEVI: The Current Outlook on the NEVI Program at the State-Level

January 5, 2026Throughout 2025, the road to NEVI has had its twists and turns, starting with a broad-sweeping cancellation, state-government lawsuits, and court-mandated renewal.

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EPA Proposes to Block California’s Heavy-Duty Truck Rule for Out-of-State Vehicles

August 26, 2025The EPA recently announced it is proposing to disapprove California’s heavy-duty vehicle inspection and maintenance requirements as they apply to vehicles not registered in the state.
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Five Strategies for More Effective Hydrogen Scalability

August 25, 2025Making the most of hydrogen’s potential as an effective, widespread clean energy fuel source depends on scaling production and transportation effectively. Here are five ways to make it happen.

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California Report Calls for Priority Actions to Support Zero-Emission Vehicle Adoption

August 19, 2025California agencies recently delivered a report to Governor Newsom with recommendations to expand zero-emission vehicle adoption across the state.

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Justice Department Sues California to Halt Enforcement of Preempted Truck Emissions Standards

August 19, 2025The U.S. Department of Justice filed two federal court complaints last week against CARB, challenging the enforcement of emissions standards that the agency contends are preempted under the Clean Air Act.

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DOT Seeks Public Input on Automated Driving Systems Research

August 15, 2025The DOT’s Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology is requesting public input to guide future research on the deployment of Automated Driving Systems.

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Truck OEMs Challenge Clean Truck Partnership in Federal Court

August 11, 2025Four of the nation’s largest heavy-duty truck makers have filed a lawsuit challenging CARB's and Governor Gavin Newsom’s ability to enforce certain state emissions regulations and the 2023 Clean Truck Partnership agreement.

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Industry Letter Pushes Back on EMA Claims Against California’s Zero-Emission Truck Rules

August 5, 2025A new letter is pushing back on the Truck and Engine Manufacturers Association’s criticism of California’s proposed amendments to the Advanced Clean Trucks regulation.

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Fleet Reporting Deadline Nears as New Mexico Prepares to Distribute Climate Funding for Transportation

July 30, 2025In a rapidly changing climate policy environment, states like New Mexico are stepping up with locally tailored strategies to cut emissions and boost economic opportunity.

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CARB Approves Flexibility-Focused Amendments to Clean Truck Rules

July 28, 2025CARB has approved amendments to the ACT and ZEP Certification regulations, aimed at preserving emissions benefits while offering OEMs additional flexibility to comply with the rules.
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DOT Streamlines Process for Autonomous Vehicles Without Traditional Controls

June 16, 2025Secretary Duffy today announced that NHTSA is accelerating the Part 555 exemption process, which allows manufacturers to deploy vehicles that lack steering wheels, brake pedals, or mirrors.

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Ports Association Warns of Economic Risks in Proposed Federal Budget Cuts

June 3, 2025The AAPA has expressed concerns over provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, cautioning that proposed funding rescissions could hinder domestic manufacturing and port modernization efforts.

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Legislation Aims to Accelerate Autonomous Vehicle Deployment

May 27, 2025The bill seeks to modernize certain federal safety standards and establish a cohesive national framework to support the development and deployment of AV technology.

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Port of LA Approves Clean Truck Fund Spending Plan Through 2027

May 27, 2025The Port of Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners has approved a new Clean Truck Fund spending plan for fiscal years 2025 through 2027.

ACT Expo Roundtable Unites Public Fleets, Suppliers to Overcome ACF Challenges

May 12, 2025The event was brought together from support by NAFA, MEMA, and TRC — the producers of ACT Expo — to broker a dialogue and increase partnership among these two important groups.

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CARB Set to Repeal ACF Rule Following Legal Challenges

May 8, 2025In a policy reversal, CARB has agreed to formally repeal aspects of its ACF regulation, which aimed to transition medium- and heavy-duty trucks to 100% zero-emission vehicles.