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CleanTechnica22 days ago

US Automakers Slit Their Own Throats On The Altar Of Greed

Key Takeaway

The rollback of US fuel economy standards could decelerate electric vehicle adoption, impacting future electricity demand growth and broader decarbonization efforts for developers and large power consumers.

AI Summary

  • US fuel economy standards have been relaxed, allowing major automakers to prioritize gasoline-powered vehicle sales over more efficient or electric models.
  • This policy reversal could slow the adoption rate of electric vehicles (EVs), potentially dampening future electricity demand growth projections from EV charging infrastructure.
  • The move signals a regulatory environment less focused on emissions reductions in the transportation sector, which may influence broader energy policy, investment in clean energy, and grid planning for large loads and developers.

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Fuel economy standards in the US have been rolled back so Detroit's Big Three can make more money selling gas pigs. The post US Automakers Slit Their Own Throats On The Altar Of Greed appeared first on CleanTechnica .