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Trump’s Fuel Economy Rollback: A Political Victory or a Costly Detour for American Drivers?

Introduction A major regulatory shift is steering the U.S. auto industry onto a collision course with its climate goals. The Trump administration’s final Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles rule dramatically weakens Obama-era fuel economy standards, a move officials claim will put cheaper cars in driveways. Yet, a chorus of industry analysts and environmental economists warns…

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