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California Ends EV Carpool Perks, Drivers Brace for Congestion
10/1/2025
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Story summary
- The Clean Air Vehicle Decal Program ends October 1, affecting about 465,000 EV drivers who could use carpool lanes.
- A 60-day grace period waives solo-carpool citations; fines begin at $490 after.
- Federal officials did not extend the program, despite California's plan to run through 2027.
- Experts warn this will raise Bay Area congestion; drivers lament lost toll benefits.
