"The Democrats questioned the economic impact Californians could face because of Gov. Gavin Newsom's goal to have the state transition to zero-emission vehicles, a policy that would ban the sale of new gas-powered cars and trucks by 2035. The Trump administration has attempted to negate the policy by canceling federal tax credits for the purchase of such vehicles along with invalidating California's strict emission standards."
""It's absolutely true that it's not affordable today for many people to choose an" electric vehicle, said former Rep. Katie Porter of Irvine. "It's the fact that, particularly with expiring federal subsidies and the cuts that Trump has made, an electric vehicle often costs $8,000 or $10,000 more. If we want people to choose EVs, we have to close that gap.""
Democratic candidates expressed tensions between environmental priorities and voter concerns about affordability, especially rising gas prices. Governor Newsom aims to ban sales of new gas-powered cars and trucks by 2035 as part of a transition to zero-emission vehicles. The Trump administration canceled federal tax credits for electric vehicle purchases and invalidated California's strict emission standards. Candidates noted that electric vehicles often cost $8,000 to $10,000 more for many buyers, particularly as federal subsidies expire. Katie Porter and Xavier Becerra said they would prioritize making low-emission vehicles more affordable and expanding charging infrastructure. Most Democratic candidates oppose the Delta Tunnel project.
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