Notable win

Relief on the car lot

DOT finalized vehicle efficiency standards it projects will save Americans nearly $140 billion over five years, replacing Biden-era rules that added roughly $1,000 to the average new car.

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Why you should care

The next car you buy should cost less, and the choice of what to drive stays with you.

The long version of this story is still being written. Everything on this page is backed by the sources below.

Sources and footnotes

  1. U.S. DOT – 'Freedom Means Affordable Cars' Final Rule
  2. White House – 365 Wins in 365 Days (Jan 20, 2026)