Car manufacturers were set to eliminate gasoline vehicles. Customers thought differently.
Do you recall when there was talk of the gasoline engine being on its last legs? Automakers were making bold predictions about going electric, governments were setting ambitious targets, and consumers were often told that the future of vehicles was already upon us. The only real question appeared to be just how quickly we would […]
Many new chemicals are pending approval from the EPA as U.S. manufacturers seek alternatives overseas.
EPA Facing Backlog of New Chemical Approvals As the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grapples with a significant backlog, manufacturers are expressing concerns that prolonged delays are driving production overseas. On September 1, the EPA had 421 new chemical notifications waiting for approval, with a mandate to review each within a 90-day timeframe, according to their […]
NAM CEO states EPA emissions reduction is crucial for manufacturers
Trump Administration Takes Aim at Emissions Standards The recent decision by the Trump administration to roll back certain emissions standards for power plants, established during Biden’s tenure, is expected to have significant implications for the U.S. economy, according to Jay Timmons, CEO of the National Association of Manufacturers. He expressed his appreciation for EPA Administrator […]
Why are car manufacturers worried about you repairing your own vehicle?
Debate on Car Repair Rights Highlights Ownership Issues After a recent meeting with auto industry leaders, President Trump remarked on the surprising opposition some have towards allowing Americans to fix their own cars. Most discussions seem caught up in the political aspect, but I found myself curious about what transpired afterwards. One of the big […]
Reasons behind the Pentagon’s recent call to Detroit’s major car manufacturers
In Washington, there’s a crucial dialogue unfolding that every American should notice. It’s not about electric vehicle mandates or fuel efficiency, but rather a matter of war, production capabilities, and whether the automotive industry is about to step into a larger role beyond just making cars. General Motors is reportedly positioning itself to bid on […]
The largest truck manufacturers are moving away from batteries for heavy-duty transport.
For quite a while, the dialogue around clean transportation has primarily focused on batteries—think longer ranges and quicker charging times, along with an increasing number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads. So, it’s intriguing that Toyota Motor Corporation has chosen to partner with Daimler Trucks and the Volvo Group. This prompts a logical inquiry: […]
Car manufacturers’ association calls on government to eliminate gas tax and implement a vehicle weight charge.
Proposal to Replace Gas Tax with Vehicle Fee The head of a major automotive industry association has urged the federal government to eliminate the gas tax in favor of a vehicle fee designed to address road infrastructure funding. This push comes from John Bozella, the CEO of the Automotive Innovation Alliance, which represents significant manufacturers […]
Car manufacturers’ association calls on the government to eliminate the gas tax and introduce a fee based on vehicle weight.
Industry Groups Propose Changes to Fund Road Infrastructure Leaders from automotive industry groups, representing a majority of major car manufacturers, are urging the federal government to reconsider the gasoline tax. They are looking for a replacement in the form of vehicle tolls to help cover road maintenance costs. John Bozella, who heads the Automotive Innovation […]
A $25K Chinese hybrid SUV gets tested — and a warning is given to US auto manufacturers
Edmunds, a well-known car shopping site, has recently tested a Chinese vehicle for the first time, and editor-in-chief Alistair Weaver noted a significant impression. He stated, “U.S. automakers have good reason to be concerned.” Although Chinese vehicles face a sort of ban in the U.S., Edmunds felt it was important to test them because American […]
Republican states support gun manufacturers in New York legal challenge against Letitia James
Republican Attorneys General Support Gun Manufacturers in New York Lawsuits Twenty Republican state attorneys general are rallying to support gun manufacturers in legal disputes in New York. This includes a lawsuit that directly targets Attorney General Letitia James, challenging her efforts to increase liability for these manufacturers. Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen led the charge […]