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Lee Zeldin, President Trump, and the EPA just announced a proposal that would eliminate DEF derate requirements and make major changes to the emissions useful life warranty for heavy-duty diesel trucks.
Almost immediately, rumors started spreading:
❌ "DEF systems are going away!"
❌ "Diesel deletes are finally legal!"
❌ "If it's not under warranty anymore, we can remove it!"
But is any of that actually true?
In this video, I break down the EPA's brand-new proposal, explain exactly what "Agency Proposes to Eliminate DEF Deratements Entirely" really means, and separate the facts from the internet rumors.
We'll also cover:
✅ What DEF derate removal actually does
✅ What changes are being proposed to emissions useful life warranties
✅ Why manufacturers could save billions
✅ Why many repair costs may now shift from manufacturers to truck owners
✅ Whether this changes EPA rules on emissions tampering or diesel deletes
✅ What this means for owner-operators, fleets, mechanics, and diesel truck owners going forward
Don't let the headlines fool you. This proposal could have a huge impact on the trucking industry. But probably not for the reasons many people think.
EPA News Release:
Trump EPA Unveils Proposal to Save Truckers $12 Billion by Revising Unworkable Biden-Era Rule
https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/trump-epa-unveils-proposal-save-truckers-12-billion-revising-unworkable-biden-era-rule
👇 What do YOU think?
Would you rather have:
• No DEF derate but shorter emissions warranty coverage?
OR
• Keep the current warranty protections?
Leave your thoughts in the comments!
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