Auto Alliance President & CEO Mitch Bainwol gave the following testimony before the House Energy & Commerce Committee hearing entitled “Self-Driving Vehicle Legislation.” Excerpts of the testimony are below, and to download the full testimony click here. As we meet today, the U.S. lacks a critical uniform national framework to advance these technologies as was […]
On Wednesday, June 14, Auto Alliance President and CEO Mitch Bainwol testified before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation at a hearing titled “Paving the Way for Self-Driving Vehicles” Speaking on behalf of the automakers, Mr. Bainwol provided guidance to the committee on the development and deployment of self-driving technology. “We can achieve […]
Fuel Economy &
Carbon Reductions
According to consumer research, our customers want it all — better mileage, cleaner and safer technologies and affordable new vehicles. While we continue urging all stakeholders to work together toward a national program for fuel economy standards, automakers have our own roadmap to move forward while continuing to meet the needs and expectations of consumers.
Our priorities are fourfold
Continue increasing fuel economy — year after year — to provide our customers with more energy-efficient vehicles with greater emissions reductions and the latest safety technologies.
Partner with public/private groups to get more energy-efficient vehicles on our roads via charging/fueling infrastructure, consumer incentives, government fleet sales and car-sharing and ride-sharing programs.
At the same time, continue increasing investments in research & development for more advancements in safety and efficiency.
Do all of this while still keeping new vehicles affordable.
OUR ROADMAP FOR
