President Trump’s push to roll back fuel economy standards and weaken support for electric vehicles has backfired, according to a recent analysis, as automakers now face pressure to meet stricter state-level emissions targets. The shift has left manufacturers scrambling to comply with California’s stricter rules while navigating conflicting federal policies. Critics argue the move undermines long-term climate goals and leaves consumers with fewer affordable clean energy options. The debate highlights growing tensions between federal deregulation efforts and state-level environmental priorities.
Froma Harrop: Trump’s war on electric vehicles boomerangs on us Maui News
