EPA Launches New Rules Changing Automotive Industry Games In The US

Ford Fusion PHEV 2020. (Doc. Ford)

JAKARTA - The United States (US) government has just taken a major step towards a more environmentally friendly future by launching a revolutionary new emission standard for vehicles.

This rule, which is claimed to be the strongest in US history, will rapidly drive the automotive industry (EV) transition to electric vehicles.

The new EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) emission rules signal a new era in the automotive industry. By encouraging EV and PHEV production, this step helps fight climate change and provides consumers with a more environmentally friendly choice.

Launching Reuters and The New York Times, March 22, this new standard, which applies to vehicles produced between 2027 and 2032, targets a reduction in carbon emissions by more than 7 billion tons. A significant achievement in combating climate change.

While aiming to encourage EV production, this rule does not prohibit gasoline cars. Car manufacturers still have the freedom to produce ICE vehicles, provided they meet tight emission limits.

PHEV Becomes A Bridge Towards The Future Of EVs

One of the important points in this new rule is the flexibility given to car manufacturers. They can take advantage of plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) as transitional solutions to meet emission standards. PHEV offers a combination of gasoline and electric machines, giving consumers a more diverse choice.

For car buyers in the US, it is believed that this change may not be felt in the near future. Consumers will not be forced to buy EVs, and consumer gasoline cars will also not be confiscated. However, in the next few years, with this rule clearly looking at more PHEV options at dealers. This allows a smoother transition to the EV era, without disrupting consumer choice.