"The move is the latest action by the Trump administration to reverse policies from the era of former Democratic President Joe Biden that encouraged cleaner-running cars and trucks, including electric vehicles (EVs). Burning petrol for vehicles is a major contributor to planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions, and in the US, it is the largest contributor. Trump announced the plan at a White House event that included top executives from the three largest US automakers, who have praised the planned changes."
"The auto industry has complained that the Biden-era rules were difficult to meet. Since taking office in January, Trump has relaxed auto tailpipe emissions rules, repealed fines for automakers that do not meet federal mileage standards and terminated consumer credits of up to $7,500 for electric vehicle purchases. Ford CEO Jim Farley said in a statement that the planned rollback was a win for customers and common sense."
President Donald Trump announced a proposal to weaken vehicle mileage rules, reducing fuel economy requirements through the 2031 model year. The plan would lower required miles per gallon and projects a fleetwide average of roughly 34.5 miles per gallon for light-duty vehicles in 2031. The change would allow automakers to produce larger, more profitable vehicles such as SUVs and reduce regulatory pressure to control petrol-powered vehicle pollution. The administration said the rules increase access to affordable petrol vehicles. Since January, actions have included relaxing tailpipe emissions rules, repealing fines, and ending up to $7,500 EV consumer credits. Top automaker executives attended the White House event and have praised the changes. Burning petrol for vehicles remains a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in the United States.
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