General Motors’ chief executive, Mary Barra, voiced sharp criticism of President Donald Trump’s recent moves to loosen fuel‑economy standards and emissions rules for cars.
- Trump announced a rollback of the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) targets, allowing manufacturers to sell less‑efficient vehicles.
- He also eased greenhouse‑gas limits, arguing the changes would boost American auto sales.
- GM’s president, Mary Barra, warned that abandoning the current technology path “burns capital” and jeopardizes investments in electric and fuel‑efficient models.
- Barra emphasized that consistency in regulations is essential for long‑term planning and consumer confidence.
In short, GM says the policy shift threatens both the environment and the industry’s bottom line.