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As Trump rolls back on fuel efficiency, what might that mean for consumers?
12 minutes Posted Sep 29, 2026 at 11:55 pm.
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The Trump administration announced Monday that it is rolling back fuel economy standards for new cars made in the next five years.


Officials point to affordability as a major reason for the rollback, in that more fuel efficient cars may cost more. But some experts are skeptical of that logic.


This also comes amid soaring fuel prices across the country and right here in California.


So what does this mean if you're in the market for a new car? We talk about what these new rules could mean for both consumers and carmakers.


Guest:

 Joseph Yoon, consumer insights analyst, Edmunds