Summary
President Donald Trump announced a proposal to relax vehicle mileage rules for car makers. The change would lower fuel efficiency requirements through 2031, allowing for the production of larger, less fuel-efficient vehicles. This move reverses previous standards aimed at reducing pollution from cars and trucks.
Key Facts
- President Trump proposed weaker vehicle mileage rules for automakers.
- The plan may lower fuel economy standards until the 2031 model year.
- The new rules aim to increase availability and affordability of petrol vehicles.
- Current mileage rules were set during President Joe Biden’s administration.
- The auto industry has supported the changes, highlighting reduced costs.
- Environmentalists worry about higher emissions and increased fuel costs.
- Automakers are projected to save over $35 billion in technology costs by 2031.
- US drivers are expected to pay significantly more in fuel costs by 2050.
