Glossary / General

ZEV mandate

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A ZEV mandate is a rule that says car makers must sell some cars that don’t use gasoline or diesel. It helps the environment by encouraging electric cars.

Technical Definition

The Zero‑Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate is a regulation that requires automakers to sell a certain percentage of electric or zero‑emission vehicles in a given market, such as California. It aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote clean transportation.

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