The trucking industry faces a crucial period of regulatory change aimed at reducing carbon emissions, influenced significantly by the 2025 presidential election. With increased scrutiny from the EPA, compliance costs for trucking companies have soared, with new trucks averaging over $195,000, and electrification demands requiring nearly $1 trillion in investment. Amidst evolving regulations and growing environmental concerns, companies like Amazon are proactively adopting electric vehicles. However, industry leaders express concern over the potential financial burdens from strict regulations, which they argue could disproportionately affect consumers and businesses.

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