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    Future of cars in California: hydrogen, electric, gas

    California is banning the sale of new gas cars starting in 2035, as part of its goal to curb carbon emissions. People working in the automotive industry are nervous about what that means for their livelihoods.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Mar 9, 2021 • 25m Listen

    California is banning the sale of new gas cars starting in 2035, as part of its goal to curb carbon emissions. People working in the automotive industry are nervous about what that means for their livelihoods. And people looking to purchase new automobiles must turn to the two main alternatives: electric vehicles (EVs) and hydrogen fuel cell cars.

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      California will ban new gas cars starting in 2035. Gas station owners worry about their livelihoods

      California is banning the sale of new gas cars starting in 2035, as part of its goal to curb carbon emissions. People working in the automotive industry are nervous about what that means for their livelihoods.

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      9 min
    2. 8:59

      Hydrogen fuel cell v. electric cars: What the industry might look like when California bans new gas cars

      With California banning the sale of new gas cars starting in 2035, drivers will have to seek alternatives. The two main options are electric vehicles (EVs) and hydrogen fuel cell cars. Each has its pros and cons.

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      9 min
    3. 18:07

      Honoring COVID lives lost: Sheri Walker, a free spirit and music lover

      “A hippie until the end.” That’s how Maile Walker describes her mom Sheri Walker, who passed away from COVID-19 complications on July 24, 2020.

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      8 min
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      Steve Chiotakis

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Kathryn Barnes

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    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:009 min

      California will ban new gas cars starting in 2035. Gas station owners worry about their livelihoods

    2. 8:599 min

      Hydrogen fuel cell v. electric cars: What the industry might look like when California bans new gas cars

    3. 18:078 min

      Honoring COVID lives lost: Sheri Walker, a free spirit and music lover

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