On September 26, 2026, President Donald Trump announced the termination of President Joe Biden's electric vehicle (EV) mandate. Trump claims that this move will lower car prices for American families and revive the auto industry in the United States.
Trump stated on Truth Social that he has approved new fuel economy standards aimed at making the vehicle market more affordable for consumers.
The new standards eliminate the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s mandate for a significant percentage of vehicles to be electric by 2032, claiming previous policies caused economic harm to auto manufacturers.
Trump's administration has pushed for policies that he believes will encourage manufacturers to build cars in America, suggesting that major companies like General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis are eager to invest in U.S.-based production.
He asserted that cutting costs associated with electric vehicle mandates would save families thousands of dollars on new vehicles.
The average price of a new car was reported to be around $50,000, and Trump’s changes are expected to result in an average savings of at least $1,000 for consumers.
The revised mileage rules set a target of 34-35 miles per gallon (mpg) as opposed to Biden's goal of approximately 50 mpg by 2031.
Trump's termination of the EV mandate and introduction of new fuel economy standards aim to transform the auto industry, making cars cheaper for consumers and reducing reliance on electric vehicle policies criticized by his administration.
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