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California Approves 2029 Tire Efficiency Rules, $157 Price Risk
8/26/2026
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- Governor Gavin Newsom's administration approved new tire efficiency regulations that take effect in 2029.
- Dunlop Tires North America President Darren Thomas warned the rules could raise tire prices to $157 each.
- The California Energy Commission says the standards could cut emissions equivalent to removing 400,000 cars.
- The commission estimates the rules could save Californians up to $1 billion in gas costs each year.
