Trump to roll back Obama-era clean car rules in huge blow to climate fight
by Emily Holden in Washington from Environment | The Guardian on (#51G8M)
- Announcement will allow vehicles to emit 1bn more tons of CO2
- Experts say move will lead to more life-threatening air pollution
The Trump administration is rolling back the US government's strongest attempt to combat the climate crisis, weakening rules which compel auto companies to produce more fuel-efficient vehicles. Critics say the move will lead to more life-threatening air pollution and force Americans to spend more on gasoline.
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