https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/what-trump-s-rollback-of-fuel-economy-standards-means-for-driversContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/what-trump-s-rollback-of-fuel-economy-standards-means-for-drivershttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/what-trump-s-rollback-of-fuel-economy-standards-means-for-drivers#u93132Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:40:57 +0000President Trump and Transportation Secretary Duffy finalized the Freedom Means Affordable Cars initiative, resetting federal fuel economy standards for new cars and light trucks while ending what officials termed an illegal electric vehicle mandate. The government claims the shift will cut General Motors technology costs by $20 billion through 2031 and save Americans $138 billion over the next five years. While the administration contends the policy will lower vehicle prices, analysts remain doubtful, noting that long-term savings depend heavily on broader economic conditions and fuel costs dr