The Obama administration is reconsidering California's plan to increase the fuel economy of cars sold in the Golden State and 13 others to 35 miles per gallon by 2016.
The Toyota Prius, Honda Civic Hybrid and Smart Fortwo are currently the only cars with an EPA combined rating of better than 35 mpg. Later this year, the Ford Fusion Hybrid and Honda Insight will join the list. foxnews.com
US history of vehicle efficiency (epa.gov)
1. a rapid increase from 1975 through the early 1980s, (Arab Oil embargo)
2. a slower increase until reaching its peak in 1987,
3. a gradual decline until 2004 (17 years of decline)
4. an increase beginning in 2005. (Spike in fuel prices)
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