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California approves mandatory efficient tire standards by 2029

8/20/2026

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California Energy Commission unanimously approved the nation’s first mandatory energy-efficient replacement-tire standards, effective 2029.
Commission estimates the standards will cut CO2 emissions by 2 million metric tons annually, equal to removing 400,000 gasoline cars.
Goodyear, Yokohama and the California Tire Dealers Association warned the rule could raise tire prices $6-$10 each.
Commission says added cost $1.50–$6.50 per tire will be offset by $179 fuel savings over its life.

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California Energy Commission unanimously approved the nation’s first mandatory energy-efficient replacement-tire standards, effective 2029.
Commission estimates the standards will cut CO2 emissions by 2 million metric tons annually, equal to removing 400,000 gasoline cars.
Goodyear, Yokohama and the California Tire Dealers Association warned the rule could raise tire prices $6-$10 each.
Commission says added cost $1.50–$6.50 per tire will be offset by $179 fuel savings over its life.