[Source: Green.Org] In September 2021, Rivian announced that they would be bringing their fully electric pickup truck to consumers. But now, as we see more companies roll out their electric trucks, Rivian is facing stiff competition. With 2023 approaching, there is the Tesla Cybertruck, the Hummer EV, Chevy Silverado EV, and Ford Bronco hybrid, and Read More…
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Oil tax likely won’t be considered until January
[Source: CalMATTERS] When might Californians get more details about Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposal to enact a windfall profits tax on oil companies, which newly elected state lawmakers are set to consider in a special legislative session beginning on Dec. 5? The specifics of the proposal aren’t likely to surface until the start of the special Read More…
Class 8 orders stay strong, but the party may end soon
[Source: FreightWaves] Class 8 truck orders remained strong in October at 42,500 units following September’s record 53,700 bookings. But slowing profits at truckload carriers may soon throw orders into reverse. Rising fuel prices and slower earnings at truckload companies may depress orders. “We view the strength as transitory and reflective of pent-up demand pouring in Read More…
California’s gas-car phaseout brings turmoil to mom-and-pop gas stations
[Source: Los Angeles Times] It was hailed as a landmark decision for the environment: The California Air Resources Board voted in August to require that all new automobiles and light trucks sold in the state be zero emission by 2035. The move, aimed at tackling climate change, has been cheered by many. Just not mom-and-pop gas Read More…
California‘s climate culture war heats up
[Source: CalMatters] Saying Californians disagree about the state’s approach to climate change might be a bit of an understatement. Today, for example, California’s air regulators are set to hold the first of two hearings on a controversial, far-reaching proposal that would ban the sale of new gas-powered big rigs and other trucks in the state by 2040 Read More…
California’s proposed zero-emission trucking rules ignore years of industry concerns
[Source: Commentary/CalMatters] On Thursday, the California Air Resources Board will hold the first of two hearings on the nation’s first zero-emission mandate for trucking fleets. The proposal completely ignores the numerous practical concerns the trucking industry has raised for years. In some respects, CARB regulating the trucking industry is nothing new. Since 2008, California truckers Read More…
Signature collection begins to repeal California oil well setback law
[Source: Washington Examiner] (The Center Square) – Oil producers announced Thursday they have launched the signature gathering process to stop a new oil well bill, a measure they call a “political war on California’s energy workers and producers.” Independent oil producers and workers are spearheading an effort to place a referendum on the 2024 ballot Read More…
Here’s why convenience stores aren’t rushing to replace gas pumps with EV chargers
[Source: CNN Business] Gas stations with convenience stores seem like an obvious location for electric vehicle chargers. Drivers could grab a drink or snack while waiting for their vehicle to charge. But despite available federal funding to build EV chargers, many stores aren’t biting. The reason? High electric utility fees on charging stations make them Read More…
California PFAS legislation will dramatically impact businesses
[Source: The National Law Review] We previously reported on three significant pieces of California PFAS legislation that were before California’s Governor Newsom for ratification. Two of the bills were passed, which means that several categories of products will have applicable PFAS bans. The third bill was not signed by the Governor, which would have required Read More…