The Environmental Protection Agency’s latest smog regulations were designed with electric vehicle adoption in mind—but those vehicles aren’t arriving fast enough to meet the standards. Now, the agency is proposing an extension for gasoline-powered cars, raising questions about whether current policies can keep up with real-world emissions challenges. Critics argue the delay undermines long-term clean air goals, while supporters say it provides necessary flexibility for automakers. The move comes as the transition to zero-emission vehicles remains uneven across the industry.
EPA Built Its Smog Rule Around EVs That Aren’t Coming. Now It Wants Two More Years for Gas Cars Yahoo Autos
