A recent regulation revision by the Department of Energy could significantly impact the production of electric vehicles and the efficiency of gas-powered cars. In short:The Department of Energy’s revision of the petroleum equivalency factor (PEF) may decrease the estimated fuel economy for electric vehicles. This change could compel manufacturers to reduce the production of less efficient gas-powered vehicles to meet fleetwide economy standards. The interconnectedness of this rule with other upcoming regulations poses a challenge for carmakers, particularly those producing a broad range of vehicles. What is the role of electric vehicles in the push for environmental justice?

Source: Washington Post March 01, 2024 14:02 UTC