Democrat Pete Buttigieg criticizes Trump's rollback of fuel-economy standards

The former transportation secretary says weaker fuel-economy standards could raise long-term costs for drivers and leave U.S. automakers further behind China.

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Democrat Pete Buttigieg criticizes Trump's rollback of fuel-economy standards

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NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about the Trump administration's rollback of automotive fuel efficiency standards.

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NPR Published 29 September 2026

Democrat Pete Buttigieg criticizes Trump's rollback of fuel-economy standards

NPR Published 29 September 2026

Pete Buttigieg discusses Trump administration's rollback of fuel efficiency standards

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about the Trump administration's rollback of automotive fuel efficiency standards.

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