A major policy reversal has been announced, scrapping upcoming plans to tighten vehicle emissions standards that were set to take effect in 2028. The shift comes shortly after the cancellation of a previous electric vehicle mandate, signaling a significant shift in automotive regulations. Industry observers are likely to scrutinize the move, which abandons a phased approach to reducing emissions from new cars. The decision marks a departure from recent efforts to accelerate the transition toward cleaner transportation.
The sudden change comes just months after the repeal the EV mandate and reverses the government’s plan to roll out increasingly stringent vehicle emissions rules starting in model year 2028.
