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Trump administration set to roll out lower fuel economy standards for cars, light trucks
What happened
The Trump administration plans to release new fuel economy standards that would set the industry fleetwide average for light-duty vehicles at roughly 34.5 miles per gallon in the 2031 model year, down from 50.4 miles per gallon under previous rules. The change would make it easier for automakers to produce gasoline-powered vehicles. The new standards are expected to be announced on Monday.
Why it matters
The new standards are significant because they could increase Americans' access to gasoline-powered vehicles and reduce the financial burden of purchasing new cars, but could also lead to increased air pollution and higher gas prices. The change could also impact the production of electric vehicles, which could be affected by the rollback of previous incentives. The decision has drawn criticism from environmental groups.
Key facts
- - The new standards would set the industry fleetwide average for light-duty vehicles at roughly 34.5 miles per gallon in the 2031 model year. - The change would make it easier for automakers to produce gasoline-powered vehicles. - The new standards would reduce the projected 2031 fuel economy from 50.4 miles per gallon under previous rules. - The change could lead to increased air pollution and higher gas prices. - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimated that the 2024 standards would save 14 billion gallons of gasoline from being burned by 2050.
Context
Mileage standards have been implemented since the 1970s energy crisis.
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