California Approves 2029 Tire Rules, Targeting $1 Billion in Annual Driver Savings
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Updated · Fox News · Sep 2
California Approves 2029 Tire Rules, Targeting $1 Billion in Annual Driver Savings
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Sep 2
Summary
Most replacement tires for California passenger cars and light-duty trucks must meet new rolling-resistance standards starting in 2029, with stricter requirements taking effect in 2033.
The California Energy Commission says Phase 1 would add about $6 per set and save drivers $85, while Phase 2 would add $26 and save $179 over a tire's life.
State projections say the rules could eventually cut gasoline and electricity costs by nearly $1 billion a year and reduce carbon emissions by about 2 million metric tons annually.
Goodyear has warned roughly 70% of replacement tires now sold could fail the 2033 standard, raising concerns about higher upfront costs and fewer consumer choices.
The final regulation exempts some specialty tires, including certain competition, off-road and winter-performance models, as California becomes the first U.S. state to adopt such standards.