California's new tire rule could cost more and risk safety. Newsom says it's worth it

California this week set new environmental standards that will ban the sale of 70% of the tires now on the market in the next few years, prompting warnings about cost and safety.

California's new tire rule could cost more and risk safety. Newsom says it's worth it

TL;DR

  • California enacted new environmental standards targeting tires.
  • These standards will ban 70% of tires currently on the market within a few years.
  • Concerns have been raised about increased costs and safety implications.