California unveils mandate to phase out diesel trucks - CalMatters

In another worldwide first, California would require new trucks to be zero-emissions in 2040. Large companies would gradually convert fleets.

In summary In another worldwide first, California’s proposal would require new trucks to be zero-emissions in 2040. Large companies would gradually convert fleets. Truckers worry about the costs and practicality of electric trucks. Welcome to CalMatters, the only nonprofit newsroom devoted solely to covering issues that affect all Californians. Sign up for WhatMatters to receive the latest news and commentary on the most important issues in the Golden State. New big rigs and other trucks will have to be zero-emissions in 2040 — ending their decades-long reliance on high-polluting diesel

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