Tell me if you’ve heard this one before: “Government EV mandates don’t align with consumer demand.” The Fiscal Alliance Foundation, a New England-based non-profit, shared a video demonstrating exactly what that misalignment looks like when it comes to trucking. Absolutely worth a watch:
Also - don’t forget to take action on California’s car ban — We sent an email on Monday, but in case you missed it, please take a quick minute to send a letter to congress. We have a real opportunity to overturn CA’s ban on sales of new gas, diesel and traditional hybrid vehicles. Action page and form is here: https://empower.afpm.org/actions/stop-californias-gas-car-ban-take-action-now
Happy Friday!
-Charlie and the AFPM EMPOWER team
What we’ve been reading this week
Canadian Crude Wins Reprieve From Trump’s Tariffs on Neighbors - Bloomberg
Crude is among the beneficiaries of President Donald Trump’s one-month reprieve on tariffs for some imports from Canada and Mexico, a boost to oil industry leaders initially concerned that it wouldn’t secure relief.
Ending the EV Mandate Includes Stopping California’s Gas Car Ban - Inside Sources
The measure never received a vote from California’s legislature or the general public. Still, because of the Environmental Protection Agency’s decision, it will be imposed across a dozen states. Millions of Americans will lose the ability to buy the car or truck of their choosing, and all of us will experience higher costs.
Congress needs to stop California from banning vehicles powered by gasoline or diesel - The Washington Times
An unfortunate quirk of the federal Clean Air Act is that it allows the Environmental Protection Agency to issue waivers to California in rare instances where the state’s unique topography requires more aggressive environmental standards than those imposed by the federal government. These waiver provisions were initially instituted to address smog in the Golden State, but California is now using them to mandate electric vehicles nationwide.
Live at AFPM: Plastic waste and domestic chemicals policy: A discussion with AFPM's Rob Benedict - Hydrocarbon Processing
Hydrocarbon Processing spoke with Rob Benedict, Vice President, Petrochemicals and Midstream, AFPM, about the most pressing issues facing the petrochemical industry, from the status of the UN negotiations for a Global Agreement on Plastic Pollution to the reauthorization of the Toxic Substance Control Act.
Pipelines to Prosperity: The Untold Story of the American Energy Industry Pipeline Companies’ Investments in American Communities - RealClear Energy
America is facing unprecedented demands for new energy. In 2023, energy consumption in the United States hit record highs, and demand is expected to reach another record in 2025. As our economy grows, our industries expand, and new technologies emerge, a steady and reliable energy supply is critical to sustaining our way of life, ensuring economic competitiveness, and strengthening national security.
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