摘要: |
This assessment examines the costs and benefits of the final rule establishing corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards for light trucks for model years (MY) 2005- 2007. It includes a discussion of the technologies that can improve fuel economy, the potential impact of the final rule on light truck retail prices and lifetime discounted fuel savings, and the gallons of fuel that could be potentially saved. Based on data provided by the manufacturers, analyses prepared by the National Academy of Sciences, and the agency's own analyses, the agency has examined General Motors, Ford, and DaimlerChrysler individually, and projected for each light truck manufacturer the manufacturers' capabilities and how they could meet the final rule. The agency assumes and expects there will be no reduction in performance and no reduction in weight compared to the manufacturer's plans. |