- Several industry groups have criticized the Department of Transportation’s proposed fuel economy standards for incorporating electric vehicles (EVs) improperly.
- The groups argue that the inclusion of EVs violates a provision in the Energy Policy and Conservation Act.
- They call for a revision of the analysis to eliminate consideration of EVs and a technology-neutral approach to improving fuel economy.
- The groups also highlight concerns about affordability and cost effectiveness, citing projected societal and personal disbenefits.
- Comments on the proposal were due on October 16.
Industry groups have criticized the Department of Transportation’s proposed fuel economy standards for improperly accounting for electric vehicles (EVs). The groups argue that the inclusion of EVs violates a provision in the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. They are calling for a revision of the analysis to eliminate consideration of EVs and advocate for a technology-neutral approach to improving fuel economy. The groups also express concerns about affordability and cost effectiveness, citing projected societal and personal disbenefits. Comments on the proposal were due on October 16.
