Washington, D.C. – Efforts to make vehicles more accessible to those with disabilities and older drivers came into renewed public focus Friday, when the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers brought together safety advocates, policymakers, and other stakeholders to discuss the potential that exists for expanded transportation access and mobility. In the first of three workshops, automakers […]
Automakers today, in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Global Innovation Policy Center, hosted “IP: the Engine of Innovation,” a conference spotlighting the next-generation automotive technologies and the role of intellectual property (IP) standards play in encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship. Getting new, proven, technologies into the marketplace are supported by effective IP policies that […]
Advancing the Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle Washington, DC – April 25, 2019 – The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes two new members BlackBerry and Verizon and, two new strategic partners Pen Test Partners and Regulus. The inclusion of these four companies increases the strength of the Auto-ISAC’s position as the voice […]
The Auto Alliance looks forward to reviewing the U.S. International Trade Commission report on the economic impact of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). From the day the Trump Administration announced their intent to modernize our existing trade agreement with Canada and Mexico, the Auto Alliance reiterated the absolute necessity of preserving the integrated North American automotive […]
“We commend Senators Stabenow and Alexander and Congressman Kildee for their leadership on this critical issue,” said Dave Schwietert, Interim President & CEO, Auto Alliance. “This bipartisan bill will help drive deployment and consumer acceptance of these energy-efficient, alternative powertrains. Automakers are investing substantially in electric vehicles, with 58 models on sale and more coming, […]
“We commend Senators Gary Peters, Debbie Stabenow, and Lamar Alexander – as well as Representatives Debbie Dingell and Haley Stevens for reintroducing the Vehicle Innovation Act,” said Dave Schwietert, Interim President & CEO, Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers. “This bipartisan legislation will support the critical research and development of transformative clean vehicle technologies to enhance vehicle […]
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
