The Trump administration weakens fuel efficiency standards for new cars

Trump weakens fuel efficiency standards. And, Cornell fraternity rape case reopened

The Trump administration has weakened fuel efficiency standards for new cars. And, prosecutors have reopened a Cornell University fraternity rape case.

Sep 29, 2026

Trump administration says it's scaling back fuel efficiency standards for new cars

The Trump administration is weakening Biden-era fuel efficiency standards for new cars and trucks.

Sep 29, 2026

The Trump administration weakens fuel efficiency standards for new cars

The Trump administration says easing these standards will make cars more affordable. Critics say it's not so simple and could be costly for the environment.

Sep 28, 2026

Trump rolls back car efficiency standards

The Trump administration has rolled back car efficiency standards designed to require automakers to ensure their products are using less fuel. While the Biden-era standards would have required vehicle fleets to average 50.4 miles per gallon by 2031, the Trump administration on Monday brought that number down to 34.9 miles per gallon. The administration argued…

Sep 28, 2026