JOURNAL ARTICLE

Trump Proposes Slashing Fuel Economy Rules in Boost for Gas Vehicles.

  • Published In: Claims Journal, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Shepardson, David 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the Trump administration's proposal to significantly reduce fuel economy standards set by the previous administration, aiming to facilitate the sale of gasoline-powered vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) suggests lowering the average fuel economy requirement from 50.4 miles per gallon to 34.5 miles per gallon by 2031, while also proposing to eliminate credit trading among automakers by 2028. This change is expected to lower vehicle costs by approximately $900 but could lead to increased fuel consumption and higher costs for consumers at the pump. The proposal has garnered mixed reactions from industry leaders, with some praising the alignment of standards with market realities, while environmental advocates criticize it for potentially benefiting the oil industry. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Claims Journal. 2025/12, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:189879951
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