Trump administration lowers fuel economy standards to 2014 levels
The Trump administration has reduced federal vehicle fuel economy standards back to the levels established in 2014.
New standards set for vehicles
Arstechnica reports that the current regulations now require an average of 35 miles per gallon. This figure represents a rollback from the 40 mpg standard that was in place during 2020. The new rules effectively return requirements to the baseline seen before recent increases.
Timeline for implementation
Officials have moved to reverse previous environmental protections regarding vehicle efficiency. These changes align current policy with earlier, less stringent guidelines from over a decade ago. The shift marks a significant departure from the stricter targets set in recent years.
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