Trucking industry reacts to abolishment of California’s
Advanced Clean Trucks rules

With the abolishment of the California’s Advanced Clean Trucks rules, reactions are pouring in — both in support of the move and from those against it.

“The passage of this sweeping legislation in the House is a significant setback for America’s clean transportation future and our global competitiveness,” said John Boesel, CALSTART president, CEO. “By dismantling key pro-manufacturing tax credits this bill jeopardizes more than $200 billion in private investments and threatens automotive related jobs in the United States.

Boesel said the tax credits have been instrumental in establishing a robust domestic supply chain, fostering innovation, and positioning the United States as a global leader in clean transportation.

“Repealing these measures not only undermines our economic growth but needlessly cedes ground to international competitors who are rapidly advancing in this space,” Boesel said. “This policy U-turn amounts to economic self-sabotage. We urge the Senate to reconsider the investment-crushing, job-killing implications of this bill and to prioritize forward-looking policies that support sustainable transportation, job creation, and American industrial leadership.”

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