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Colorado Air Quality Control Commission approves low emission vehicle standards beginning in 2022 model year

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The commission adopted Regulation 20, known as the Colorado Low Emission Automobile Regulation (or CLEAR), prompting Colorado to join 12 other states and the District of Columbia, which also have adopted California’s LEV standards. These states now make up nearly 40% of the new automobile market.

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CARB Approves THINK City as Type II ZEV

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The approval paves the way for THINK to sell the all-electric THINK City in California, 12 other states and the District of Columbia that have adopted California’s ZEV requirements. These states make up more than 35 percent of the automobile market in the US and represent a significant share of the fleet market.

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Engine products group files legal challenge to EPAs partial waiver for E15

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The newly formed Engine Products Group (EPG)—comprising the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Alliance), The Association of International Automobile Manufacturers, Inc. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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California Congressional Delegation Backing Quallions Bid for DOE Li-ion Funding

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Quallion’s proposed lithium ion battery facility will produce lithium-ion batteries for automobiles as well as batteries that replace engine idling as a stationary power source for heavy duty trucks. The state of California has some of the most rigorous laws, which have a minimum fine of $300 for idling, up to $10,000.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

Provide clear goals, committee independence About Sterling: Sterling drives a 2019 Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor AWD FSD and is an electric automobile enthusiast while employed as a vetting specialist for ConocoPhillips. I am a "car guy" from Detroit and have worked in the auto industry from both a construction and facility service standpoint.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

Provide clear goals, committee independence About Sterling: Sterling drives a 2019 Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor AWD FSD and is an electric automobile enthusiast while employed as a vetting specialist for ConocoPhillips. I am a "car guy" from Detroit and have worked in the auto industry from both a construction and facility service standpoint.

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Republican surrounding AGs, business teams problem U.S. kindness of California truck regulations

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The Environmental Coverage Company in March licensed a couple of waivers below the Blank Breeze Occupation sought via California to eager heavy-duty automobile and engine emission requirements. Court docket of Appeals for the District of Columbia difficult the selections. extra stringent than stream requirements.