A second wave of lawsuits has been filed against the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new emissions rule, which aims to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles (EVs).
Industry groups and multiple states have expressed concerns about the feasibility and economic impact of the mandate, arguing that it oversteps the EPA’s authority.
The lawsuits, filed in various federal courts, challenge the EPA’s authority to set such stringent standards and raise questions about the technological and economic feasibility of achieving the proposed EV adoption targets.
Industry groups argue that the mandate could disrupt the automotive market, harm consumers, and negatively impact jobs in the manufacturing and energy sectors.
The EPA, however, maintains that the rule is necessary to combat climate change and reduce air pollution. It asserts that the transition to electric vehicles will ultimately benefit the environment, public health, and the economy in the long run.
The outcome of these lawsuits will likely have significant implications for the future of the automotive industry and the Biden administration’s climate agenda.
The legal battles are expected to be lengthy and complex, with potential appeals reaching the Supreme Court.
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