ab 20 September 2026 Global Research Road & Spak More V8s in 2027, rate-hike implications, future pickup competition and more Checking in on emissions regulation; Ford expanding V8sThis past week, the Trump administration appealed a federal court's ruling blocking the EPA from sending California vehicle emissions rules to Congress for fast-track repeal. On 9/2, a US District court in Washington ruled the EPA had acted improperly in June 2026 by sending a waiver that allowed California to enact stricter vehicle emissions to Congress for review. If the Trump administration is successful, if would make it more difficult for future administrations to reinstate California’s regulatory ability.For now, the emissions regulations are relaxed, and we're seeing automakers take advantage. For instance, this week Ford provided details about their upcoming 2027 F-150, which is expanding V8 engine availability to King Ranch and Platinum trims for the first time since 2023. V8 engines will now be a