Community Changes in Response to Recent Legislation

    There has been a noticeable increase in the number of electric vehicles on the road, particularly those driven and operated by delivery services such as Amazon. This shift directly results from new policies and regulations enacted during the Trump administration, alongside significant initiatives led by Elon Musk. As a key partner in the effort to reshape America’s future, Musk has taken decisive action to expand Tesla’s electric vehicle offerings on a national scale.

    Air pollution has reached alarming levels in recent years, but the rise of electric vehicles presents a promising solution. The transition to electric-powered transportation, including delivery vehicles, offers substantial benefits for public health, resource costs, and, most importantly, the long-term sustainability of our planet. By the end of 2024, pollution and gas emissions had reached a rate of 67%. However, as of March 2025, that figure has been reduced by 1%, reflecting a positive trend toward cleaner air and a more sustainable future (Azan 2). 

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Environmental Benefits to the Shift in Electric Vehicles

    Amazon began rolling out electric cars back in 2022 but it wasn’t until a recent partnership with Tesla’s Elon Musk and Mr.Amazon, Jeff Bezos that the future of electric delivery cars skyrocketed to 20,000 manufactured across the U.S. In this blog, we will explore the benefits of new technological advancements being introduced through new laws.

    I saw the first Amazon delivery van on my way to school driving on the highway. The side of the truck said “it’s better when it’s electric” in big bold red letters which caught my eye. As I’m going along I see two more that look just the same.

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    With an increase in electric cars we can focus on the impact that cars really do have on the climate. Due to studies and censuses we can confirm that cars like the Tesla models have deposed the US. With such controversial laws being passed like the removal of D.E.I and mass deportations, it is easy to overlook such laws that deal with climate. However, as far as politics go, the planet is just as important.

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    One of the most significant benefits of this transition is the reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Traditional gasoline-powered vehicles are a major contributor to air pollution and carbon dioxide emissions, which in turn exacerbate climate change. Electric vehicles however produce zero tailpipe emissions, offering a cleaner alternative that helps to reduce carbon pollution. “As more electric vehicles are integrated into transportation fleets such as those used by Amazon, the collective impact on air quality and climate health becomes increasingly significant” (Azam 2) By reducing air pollution, the adoption of electric vehicles contributes to a decrease in noise pollution, as electric motors are much quieter than international combustion engines. This leads to a more peaceful urban living environment. As a result, the increase in electric delivery vehicles benefits not only cleaner air but contributes to a healthier, more sustainable future for the planet.

    In the US, the area with the worst air pollution is Central California due to its high population and heavy traffic flow. Global air pollution is now falling, and we can save many lives by accelerating this decline. “The exception is ammonia, which is mainly produced by agriculture “(Fletcher 1). Its emissions are still rising. Regardless, the slightest decrease in pollution can help people susceptible to lung infections and cancerous air conditions.

References

Benaim, Azam. "Why Elon Musk Moved SpaceX’s Incorporation from Delaware to Texas." Bloomberg, 15 Feb. 2024, www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-02-15/why-elon-musk-moved-spacex-s-incorporation-from-delaware-to-texas. 

Earthjustice. "Electric Vehicles Are Better for the Environment." Earthjustice, 18 Nov.  

Fletcher, Michael. "A Power Elite Alliance and Local Environmental Politics." California Studies in the Environment, vol. 8, no. 1, 2024, pp. 231-245, online.ucpress.edu/cse/article-abstract/8/1/2317715/202923/A-Power-Elite-Alliance-and-Local-Environmental?redirectedFrom=fulltext.