This investigation under Section 232 is a process that has rarely been used and traditionally has not focused on finished products. We are confident that vehicle imports do not pose a national security risk to the U.S. Last year, 13 domestic and international automakers manufactured nearly 12 million vehicles in the U.S. The auto sector remains […]
This statement is from Mitch Bainwol, president & CEO, Auto Alliance, and John Bozzella, president & CEO, Global Automakers, as a readout of the meeting today with President Trump and his staff: “We thank President Trump for inviting us to the White House to discuss the automotive sector. He is passionate about our industry and […]
Auto Alliance President and CEO, Mitch Bainwol, participated in the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment hearing titled “Sharing the Road: Policy Implications of Electric and Conventional Vehicles in the Years Ahead.” Excerpts of the testimony are below, and to download the full testimony click here. The auto industry has invested billions of […]
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
