The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has voiced support for President Trump’s decision to block California’s proposed 2035 electric vehicle (EV) sales mandate. TIA said it backs Trump in signing a joint resolution that halts the state’s plan to require all new vehicle sales to be electric within the next decade.
The association has consistently opposed California’s regulation. It argues that it threatens consumer choice and places a single state’s standards above national interests.
California’s Policy Could Limit Nationwide Vehicle Options
California’s proposed mandate would have eliminated new gas- and diesel-powered vehicle sales by 2035. The association said the plan failed to reflect the diverse transportation needs of American families, small businesses, and rural communities.
TIA said the rule could have undermined economic stability and forced unrealistic shifts in vehicle availability across the country.
TIA Backs Trump on Federal Oversight
Trump’s position that only the federal government should set emissions standards is backed by TIA. The association warns that California’s large market size could force automakers to adopt uniform policies nationwide. Even when those policies originate from a single state.
Preserving Choice in Transportation
TIA supports the Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act of 2025. The bill aims to give consumers the freedom to choose between gas-powered, hybrid, or electric vehicles. It would prevent states from banning internal combustion engines.
The association said it continues working with lawmakers and its members to advance policies that support consumer choice and practical transportation solutions.
TIA said it backs Trump on this issue as part of its broader mission to protect the interests of drivers, tire businesses, and the automotive supply chain.
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