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Trucks, Emissions, and the Cost of Clean Air | California News
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The Trump administration is rolling back key emissions rules for big trucks and buses, aiming to slash industry costs by relaxing warranty and lifespan requirements—and ditching automatic engine power cuts for alerts. While trucking groups cheer the move as long overdue, environmental advocates warn it could undermine public health, since heavy-duty vehicles, though few in number, are major polluters tied to asthma and heart disease. The proposal is now open for public comment, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown between economic relief and environmental responsibility.
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