Fining automakers over their customers’ preferences is outrageous

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Fining automakers over their customers’ preferences is outrageous

Re “California’s first zero-emission car mandates are coming. Will targets be reached?” (Feb. 14): The state wants auto dealers to sell at least 35% zero-emission vehicles when the 2026 models start arriving on lots.  However, auto dealers don’t see reaching the goal because the demand from their customers is not there. CARB officials say if automakers don’t reach the annual target for selling such vehicles, the CARB board could assess a fine of…