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EPA Proposes Major Rollback on Fuel Economy Standards

12/7/2025

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposed changes to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards, cutting the 2022–2031 target from 50.5 mpg to 34 mpg.
Sean Duffy initiated this rollback to reduce vehicle efficiency, potentially increasing fuel costs for consumers.
Critics say the move benefits oil companies and disregards public opinion, noting that previous regulations had significantly improved fuel economy.
Public comments on the proposal are open until January 20, 2026.

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposed changes to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards, cutting the 2022–2031 target from 50.5 mpg to 34 mpg.
Sean Duffy initiated this rollback to reduce vehicle efficiency, potentially increasing fuel costs for consumers.
Critics say the move benefits oil companies and disregards public opinion, noting that previous regulations had significantly improved fuel economy.
Public comments on the proposal are open until January 20, 2026.