Trump administration finalizes lower vehicle fuel economy standards for US
President Donald Trump approved new rules on Saturday that the US Transportation Department will finalize Monday to lower fuel efficiency targets through 2031.
New standards reverse Biden mandates
The department will finalize sharply lower vehicle fuel economy standards that eliminate an electric vehicle mandate introduced under the previous administration. Officials stated these rules aim to lower the price of new cars and trucks while increasing allowed fuel consumption.
Targets drop significantly by 2031
The proposed fleetwide average drops to 34.5 miles per gallon by 2031, down from the 50.4 miles per gallon required under Biden. This represents a reduction from the higher efficiency goals set for model years between 2024 and 2031.
Department estimates higher emissions
The transportation department estimates that these changes will increase carbon dioxide emissions for decades compared to the previous plan. Secretary Sean Duffy described the move as a major victory for American auto workers on Monday.
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