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Report: Trump, Carmakers to Discuss U.S. Emission Rules
President Donald Trump and auto industry leaders are likely to meet on May 11 to discuss the White House’s plan to freeze emission and fuel economy rules, according to Reuters.
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President Donald Trump and auto industry leaders are likely to meet on May 11 to discuss the White House’s plan to freeze emission and fuel economy rules, according to Reuters.
The news service says at least a dozen senior leaders from domestic and foreign carmakers are expected to attend.
The Trump administration is finalizing a proposal to scrap current regulations that would tighten carbon dioxide emission limits between 2021 and 2025 and push fuel economy requirements for passenger vehicles to about 36 mpg. The plans would freeze both standards at 2020 levels.
California, 16 other states and the District of Columbia have petitioned a federal appeals court to block the freeze. California has vowed to uphold the original regulations, and a dozen other states say they will follow.
Carmakers hope to avoid being forced to meet dual standards in the U.S. The Environmental Protection Agency believes it has legal power to revoke California’s right under the Clean Air Act to set its own regulations.
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