Donald Trump criticises ‘politically correct’ car makers
The tweet was prompted by a compromise various vehicle manufacturers have with California’s clean-air regulator to bolster vehicle fuel efficiency, defying the Trump administration’s plan
22 August 2019 - 11:31
Washington — US President Donald Trump lashed out at car makers that have pushed back on his administration’s plan to weaken fuel-efficiency requirements, dismissing them as “politically correct”.
“My proposal to the politically correct Automobile Companies would lower the average price of a car to consumers by more than $3000, while at the same time making the cars substantially safer,” Trump said in a tweet on Wednesday. “Engines would run smoother. Very little impact on the environment! Foolish executives!”..
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