President Trump approved a rollback of Biden-era fuel economy standards, lowering the fleetwide target to approximately 34.5 mpg by 2031 from 50.4 mpg. Trump claimed the change would reduce vehicle prices and give automakers flexibility to produce gas-powered trucks and SUVs, though critics warn it will increase fuel consumption and emissions.
Nissan unveiled its third-generation e-POWER hybrid powertrain, which pairs a purpose-built gasoline engine with an electric motor for EV-like driving with extended range. The new system features a modular 5-in-1 design integrating motor, inverter, and generator for improved efficiency, quietness, and acceleration, while purpose-built engines optimized for power generation achieve better fuel economy than previous generations.
President Trump announced rollback of Biden-era fuel economy standards, replacing requirements that would have increased fleet average to 50.4 mpg by 2031 with a lower standard of approximately 34.5 mpg. Trump argues the changes will lower car prices and boost domestic production, though he framed the Biden rules as an 'EV mandate' despite no such mandate existing.
President Trump announced approval of new fuel economy standards ending Biden-era electric vehicle mandates, claiming the policy will lower car prices and boost American auto manufacturing. Trump's administration is investing $100 billion in domestic auto production and has reversed Biden's EV tax credits and California's vehicle emission rules.