EMA Expands Claims EPA’s 1994 Lead-Time Finding Blocks CARB Waivers

The Truck & Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA) is expanding on its arguments that a 1994 EPA determination requiring four years of lead time for prior vehicle emissions standards should limit California’s pending requests for preemption waivers to enforce a suite of landmark zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) and air standards for heavy trucks. “EPA already resolved this precise issue in 1994, and has not changed its position since that time. The comments submitted in connection with the present waiver proceeding demonstrate that...