California has big plans for commercial vehicle futures, with a goal of mandating electric commercial cars by 2045. Meanwhile, the state has higher pollution standards for new automobiles, which 17 other states have adopted. Until recently, truck manufacturers were resistant to harsher rules, and it’s uncertain how vehicle owners will react. Illegal emissions tampering on diesel pickups are common, according to the EPA. If this is extended to larger commercial vehicles, it may negate some of the benefits of California’s ban on older diesel engines.
