EPA gives California green light to ban new gas-powered cars, set stricter truck emission standards
The EPA allowed California to proceed with its Advanced Clean Cars II and Heavy-Duty Omnibus regulations. By 2035, all new passenger vehicles sold in California must be zero-direct-emission, while truck engines must reduce nitrogen oxide emission by 75% and particulate matter by 50%.
US proposes voluntary guidelines for self-driving vehicles in waning days of Biden administration
Under the agency’s proposal, released on Friday, automakers and autonomous vehicle companies could enroll in a program that would require safety plans and some data reporting for autonomous vehicles operating on public roads. Companies would have to give NHTSA information and data on the safety of the design, development and operations of the vehicles. The agency would decide whether to accept companies into the program.
FHWA Awards $125 Million in Grants to Improve Safety on America’s Roadways by Preventing Deadly Wildlife-Vehicle Crashes
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced $125 million in grants for 16 wildlife crossing projects in 16 states, including one Native American Tribe. The funding is available through the Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program.
Are Replaced Airbags Safe? Faulty Inflators Kill 3, Injure 2
Faulty replacement airbag inflators are killing people and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is warning consumers who shop for used cars to be aware of these disasters waiting to happen.
Tesla Criticizes NHTSA’s Recall Notification Policy
Tesla’s Vice President of Finance has criticized U.S. regulators’ requirements for car manufacturers to send written notifications to owners affected by recalls. He views this as a waste of time and money, as Tesla often resolves issues through over-the-air software updates before notification is necessary.