https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-new-fuel-economy-rules-will-cut-car-prices-analysts-are-doubtfulContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-new-fuel-economy-rules-will-cut-car-prices-analysts-are-doubtfulhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-new-fuel-economy-rules-will-cut-car-prices-analysts-are-doubtful#u101179Mon, 05 Oct 2026 03:31:16 +0000President Trump and Transportation Secretary Duffy finalized the "Freedom Means Affordable Cars" initiative to reset fuel economy standards and end electric vehicle mandates. The administration claims these rules will reduce the average new vehicle price by $1,300 by 2031. While the government asserts the move will lower costs for consumers and reduce GM tech costs by $20 billion through 2031, analysts express doubt. Some reports indicate the standards will drop to 34.9 mpg by 2031, potentially costing drivers $1,600 more in fuel.Why it mattersThe policy marks a shift away from Biden