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Experts emphasize that transitioning to cleaner energy and transportation will take time—possibly decades—because of complex supply chains, technological hurdles, and infrastructural needs. The assumption that EVs can replace traditional vehicles overnight is unrealistic. Instead, a more measured and economically sound approach, allowing consumers to choose their preferred type of vehicle, seems more reasonable.
The Future Outlook
As California’s mandates are rolled back or scaled down, the focus shifts to market-driven adoption rather than top-down regulation. The end of aggressive policies, such as the fleet mandate, aligns with a broader recognition that overregulation can stifle innovation and economic growth.