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Trump Administration Sharpens Rollback of Car Fuel Economy Rules
Original: Trump Sharply Scales Back Fuel Economy Rules for New Cars
The Trump administration has sharply scaled back federal fuel economy standards for new cars, weakening requirements that automakers improve mileage and cut emissions. The move reverses stricter rules put in place under earlier policy and is expected to lower compliance costs for carmakers while drawing criticism from environmental groups concerned about higher fuel use and pollution.
Why now: The rollback has major implications for consumers, automakers and US climate policy, prompting wide attention.
Donald TrumpUnited StatesUS automakers
Evidence
- Trump Sharply Scales Back Fuel Economy Rules for New Cars · The New York Times
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