The Illinois Pollution Control Board (IPCB) is considering a proposal that would ban the sale of most new non-electric vehicles in the state by 2035. Environmental groups are pushing for Illinois to adopt California-style emissions standards, which include phasing out gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and implementing stricter emissions regulations on heavy-duty trucks.
BMW’s conservative approach to electric vehicle (EV) adoption—investing in platforms that accommodate internal-combustion, hybrid, and electric powertrains—is paying off as the company navigates the complex transition to electrification.
