Trump administration rolls back fuel economy standards for automakers
3 sources·Updated September 28, 2026
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- Ars Technica·5h agoTrump cuts fuel economy standards back to 2014 levels
In 2020, Trump cut CAFE to 40 mpg. Now he’s cut it again to just 35 mpg.
Read at Ars Technica → - Washington Post US·5h agoTrump says new fuel economy rules will cut car prices. Analysts are doubtful.
In rolling back fuel efficiency standards, the administration said the average new vehicle price in 2031 should be reduced by $1,300.
Read at Washington Post US → - ABC News Top·7h agoTrump administration rolls back fuel economy standards for automakers
The government claims the change could save Americans $138B over the next five years.
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