Rival Petroleum And Ethanol Advocates Join Forces Against Biden’s EV Push

Concerns Over President Biden’s Policies

Petroleum and ethanol producers are expressing concerns that President Biden’s policies may lead to a mandate for the sale of electric vehicles, potentially reducing demand for their products. This has prompted petitions to be filed, alleging that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has overstepped its boundaries. Critics argue that meeting the EPA’s targets would require outlawing the sale of combustion engine cars.

Challenging Biden’s Pollution Limits

A coalition of companies and trade associations supporting combustion engines is gearing up to challenge President Biden’s new pollution limits. They claim that the EPA’s proposals would unlawfully compel automakers to sell electric vehicles, impacting the demand for gas and ethanol products. The group includes unexpected allies like the American Petroleum Institute and the National Corn Growers Association, along with automotive dealers, fuel marketers, and convenience store owners.

Debate Over Climate Regulations

President Biden’s pro-EV climate regulations have sparked a heated debate that is likely to play a significant role in the upcoming election. Presumed Republican nominee Donald Trump has already pledged to eliminate these regulations if elected. Critics argue that the EPA’s new rules, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from light-duty vehicles by nearly 50% between 2027 and 2032, unfairly favor electric vehicles over low-carbon alternatives like ethanol.

Opposition to EPA’s Mandates

Opponents of the EPA’s mandates claim that the agency has gone too far by effectively pushing for a ban on new gas and diesel cars. They argue that the focus on electric vehicles overlooks the potential of renewable fuels like ethanol to reduce vehicle emissions significantly. The EPA’s targets for CO2 emissions per mile for light-duty and medium-duty vehicles have raised concerns among automakers and industry advocates.