Motorsports members and performance enthusiasts across the nation may soon have something to celebrate. Colorado officials have finalized the state’s draft 2023 Colorado Electric Vehicle (EV) Plan, which, once approved, will permit the sale of new internal combustion engine (ICE) powered vehicles—a surprising move in the California Air Resources Board (CARB)-following state. The state is expected to formally adopt the draft later this year.  

Similarly, the New Hampshire House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted to defeat a PRI- and SEMA-opposed bill, one that would have required the Granite State to adopt California’s low- and ZEV standards and ban the sale of new gas- and diesel-powered cars starting in 2035.  

Meanwhile, lawmakers in Iowa and Texas have introduced PRI-supported legislation to ensure consumer choice of vehicle powerplants and fuel. The bills would prevent a county or city from limiting access to certain types of power sources. Under current law in both states, sales of new gas- and diesel-powered vehicles may be threatened if narrow energy policies are adopted. To contact Iowa lawmakers in support of the bill, visit https://p2a.co/3onxsPK. Texas lawmakers may be contacted at https://p2a.co/6xVzCqm.  

“We believe racers and race teams, not the government, should be allowed to choose the type of vehicle technology that best serves them at the race track,” said Christian Robinson, Senior Director, State Government Affairs & Grassroots.  
 
For more information, contact Christian Robinson at christianr@sema.org.