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Michigan Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Limit EPA Emission Rules

U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg (R-Mich.) has introduced a bill that would bar the EPA from finalizing strong new emission standards that would push the auto industry toward EVs.

July 10, 2023
Global Freight

IMO Countries Agree to Net-Zero Shipping Emissions by 2050

Maritime nations agreed July 7 to slash emissions from the shipping industry to net zero by about 2050 in a deal that several experts and nations say falls short of what’s needed.

July 7, 2023
GovernmentEquipmentSafety

Truck Makers, California Reach Deal on Zero-Emission Rules

Major truck and engine manufacturers have brokered a truce with California’s plan for phasing out sales of Classes 4-8 diesel-powered trucks in a landmark deal with state regulators.

July 6, 2023
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Carmaker Lobbying Group Pushes Back on EPA Pollution Plan

The Biden administration’s proposal to crack down on vehicle pollution with strict tailpipe emission limits isn’t achievable by 2032, according to an auto industry trade group.

June 29, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

ATA’s Spear: Emission Mandates Must Follow Realistic Timelines

WASHINGTON — ATA President Chris Spear said trucking supports clean air initiatives but warned against efforts to compel businesses to use emerging vehicle technology before it's ready.

June 22, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Biden Vetoes GOP-Led Truck Emissions Rule Rollback

President Joe Biden vetoed a proposal to roll back federal emission standards associated with heavy-duty commercial vehicles.

June 20, 2023
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentFuelPerspective

Driving Green Trucks Ahead at the Right Speed

It is troubling that the government is pushing the regulation of fleet electrification in a way that could slow down rather than accelerate electric adoption by truck customers.

June 20, 2023
BusinessFuelPrivateTCA

Walmart Announces Sustainability Initiatives

Walmart announced June 1 it will take steps to reduce the amount of plastic and cardboard it puts in the waste stream from online orders and reduce vehicle emissions from delivery of packages.

June 2, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Veto Expected After Congress Rescinds EPA Emissions Rule

A proposal to roll back federal emission standards associated with heavy-duty commercial vehicles advanced to President Joe Biden, who has vowed to veto the legislation.

May 24, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipment

Ex-Audi CEO Pleads Guilty to Diesel Emissions Charges

FRANKFURT, Germany — The former head of Volkswagen’s luxury division Audi pleaded guilty May 16 to charges tied to the automaker’s diesel emissions scandal.

May 16, 2023