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EPA, NHTSA issue One National Program Rule; EPA withdraws CA waiver for GHG and fuel economy

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Specifically, in this action, NHTSA is affirming that its statutory authority to set nationally applicable fuel economy standards under the express preemption provisions of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) dictates that such state and local programs are preempted. criteria pollutants—is not affected by the action.

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Hagens Berman files class-action fuel economy and emissions lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler and Cummins over SCR defect in RAM 2500 and 3500 diesels

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The defect leads to lower fuel economy, non EPA-compliant emissions levels, and costly and frequent vehicle repairs, the complaint charges. When the SCR system breaks down, the filter gets clogged, requiring more fuel to be injected to burn it off, according to the complaint.

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Coltura: Supreme Court precedent means states can require all new vehicles sold be electric

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Metz and Janelle London finds that state vehicle electrification mandates can withstand legal challenges based on federal preemption if they are based solely on reasons for transitioning to electric vehicles that are within the state's authority. The article points to the 2019 Supreme Court case of Virginia Uranium v.

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India to Move Forward With Fuel Economy Standards

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The government of India will implement automotive fuel economy standards. Times of India. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) will formulate the norms and notify them under the Energy Conservation Act while the surface transport ministry will ensure the implementation.

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CARB fines major online automotive parts retailer $1M for selling illegal aftermarket parts in California; ~4,000 emissions violations

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These products can reduce fuel economy and increase emissions. They create higher amounts of smog-forming pollutants, which can worsen respiratory problems and negatively impact other health conditions. paid $1,006,250 to the California Air Pollution Control Fund which supports air pollution research and education.

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T&E: VW sells least polluting Euro 6 diesels in Europe; no brand meets Euro 6 in real-world driving; loopholes & defeat strategies

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A new study by Transport & Environment (T&E) shows that Volkswagen is currently selling the least polluting (Euro 6) diesel vehicles. also found that no brand in Europe complies with the latest Euro 6 air pollution limits for diesel cars and vans in real-world driving. However, the report “ Dieselgate: Who? —“Dieselgate: Who?

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California Air Resources Board rejects Volkswagen Group recall plan for 3.0-liter diesel passenger cars

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CARB said it, in conjunction with EPA, will continue the on-going technical discussions with the companies through the enforcement process to ensure a legally and technically acceptable resolution is reached which fully mitigates the excess emissions. In letters to Volkswagen/Audi and Porsche , ARB staff detailed the issues.