New Jersey's Plan to Get More Electric Cars on the Road
Official: Advanced Clean Cars II (ACC II)
Reading: New Jersey adopted the Advanced Clean Cars II rule, establishing stricter vehicle emission standards and zero-emission vehicle mandates that expand the state's climate and clean-energy policy.
This rule aims to reduce air pollution and fight climate change by shifting the state's transportation away from fossil fuels.
In clear language
New Jersey is adopting the Advanced Clean Cars II rule, which requires car manufacturers to sell more electric vehicles and fewer gas-powered cars over time. Starting with model year 2026, an increasing percentage of new cars sold in New Jersey must be zero-emission vehicles, reaching 100% by 2035. This rule aims to reduce air pollution and fight climate change by shifting the state's transportation away from fossil fuels.
How does this affect you?
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Who does this affect?
- Car buyers in New Jersey—you'll have more electric vehicle options available and potentially lower prices as manufacturers compete
- Car manufacturers and dealers—they must meet increasing electric vehicle sales targets or face penalties
- Workers in the auto industry—some jobs will shift from traditional manufacturing to electric vehicle production
- Communities with air pollution—cleaner air quality as fewer gas-powered vehicles are sold
- People with asthma and respiratory conditions—fewer car emissions means improved air quality and health
What can you do?
- Research electric vehicles now to see options that fit your budget and driving needs before 2026
- Ask car dealers about available electric vehicles and federal/state incentives when shopping for your next car
- Support the transition by advocating for charging station infrastructure in your community
Timeline
- 2023-12-18: Rule officially adopted
- 2026: Rule takes effect with initial requirements for new car models
- 2035: All new cars sold must be zero-emission vehicles
In the press
New Jersey has reached 200,000 electric and plug-in vehicles registered on its roads. Coverage examines how far the state is from its electric vehicle adoption goals.
- NJ.comN.J. just hit 200K electric cars registered. How far is state from goals?
- NJ Spotlight NewsMore than 200,000 electric and plug-in cars now on NJ roads
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No New Jersey official has a verified action on this policy yet.
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