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Automakers' Hurdle Easing Vehicle Rules: Defusing Trump-California Fight

August 17, 2017
Automakers are welcoming the Trump administration's review of Obama-era greenhouse gas and fuel economy standards for light-duty vehicles but if they are to win new regulations easing the standards as soon as model year 2021 they will have to mediate between the administration and California officials who strongly oppose any roll back. The industry is increasingly urging the Trump administration and California officials to strike a bargain on light-duty vehicle standards, with one source saying that many in industry largely...


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