In April, California lawmakers passed a mandate requiring companies to switch to zero-emission trucks by 2042.

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Drayage trucks face stricter timelines, with new sales required to be zero-emissions by 2024.

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Trucking companies are stocking up on diesel rigs ahead of the January 1 deadline.

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The scarcity of electric vehicles and limited charging infrastructure are major concerns for truckers.

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Manny Carrillo of Talon Logistics highlights the motivation to avoid higher costs associated with electric trucks.

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Kenny Vieth of ACT Research notes that truckers are maximizing the purchase of pre-mandate trucks.

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The availability and reliability of electric trucks remain significant challenges for the industry.

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Candela C-8, the All-Electric Hydrofoil, Shatters Maritime World Record with 483-Mile Journey!

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