Trump Finalizes Weaker Fuel Economy…Trump Finalizes Weaker Fuel Economy Standards

The Trump administration finalized weaker fuel-economy requirements for U.S. cars and light trucks, reversing standards adopted under the Biden administration and revising requirements retroactively to 2022. The Transportation Department projects lower new-vehicle prices and consumer savings, while critics warn the change could increase fuel use, emissions, and exposure to fuel-price shocks. The projected effects are disputed and have not yet been established as outcomes.