Rise in Diesel Trucks Addresses Cargo Demand in California Amid Electric Vehicle Shortfall
California's Advanced Clean Fleets rule, set to take effect in six months, is already causing unintended consequences for the drayage industry responsible for transporting cargo at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The rule mandates that any new entrant or current operator seeking access to the ports must use zero-emissions trucks, such as battery-electric or hydrogen-powered vehicles, which poses challenges due to equipment costs and limited infrastructure. The industry predicts an increase in diesel trucks in the short term and highlights the mismatch between regulations and operational realities, criticizing the California Air Resources Board's assumptions and lack of consideration for long-haul routes.
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