New Gas-Powered Cars Will Be A Thing Of The Past By 2035 In California

California plans to ban the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035, aiming for zero emissions. This move sets benchmarks for electric and hydrogen vehicle sales, with 68% of new car sales to be zero-emission by 2030. Other states like Massachusetts and Washington plan to follow. Car manufacturers must adapt, with penalties for non-compliance. The transition depends on making electric vehicles more appealing than gas-powered ones.

What year has California set to ban the sales of new gas-powered cars?

• 2040

• 2035

• 2030

• 2025

By 2026, what percentage of new car sales does California aim to be zero emission vehicles?

• 68%

• 35%

• 50%

• 16%

Which states have indicated they will follow California's lead on zero emission vehicle policies?

• Massachusetts and Washington

• Oregon and Arizona

• New York and Nevada

• Texas and Florida

What is one strategy mentioned for making electric vehicles more appealing to current gas-powered vehicle drivers?

• Reducing the price of electric vehicles

• Providing tax rebates

• Engineering electric cars to sound like gas-powered vehicles

• Offering free charging stations

What is the penalty for car manufacturers if they fail to meet the set benchmarks by 2035?

• $10,000 per vehicle

• $15,000 per vehicle

• $20,000 per vehicle

• $25,000 per vehicle