Why GM’s zero-emissions pledge matters to trucking

General Motors’ commitment to zero-emission vehicles by 2035 will influence heavy-duty truck manufacturers and suppliers to follow along.

Just two days after taking a role in a four-way collaboration to make nonpolluting hydrogen-powered fuel cell International trucks for Navistar International Corp. (NYSE: NAV), GM said it is targeting 2040 to eliminate carbon dioxide pollution from its plants, supply chains and logistics globally.

“GM’s declaration does have an impact on fleet owners,” said...