Auto-Industry Group Criticizes Biden's Electric Vehicle Plan

The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, representing 42 car companies that produce 97% of new vehicles sold in the US, has criticized the Biden administration's proposed rule to ensure that two-thirds of new passenger cars sold in the country are electric by 2032. The industry group argues that the proposed rules are not achievable within the given timeframe and would increase vehicle costs, limit consumer choice, and disadvantage parts of the population. The proposed regulation is seen as a crucial tool in fighting climate change, as vehicle emissions are the largest source of climate-warming pollution in the US. The auto industry's concerns are expected to influence the final rule, which is currently in the public comment phase.