CAFE-3 Small Car Standards Face OEM Opposition
CAFE-3 Standards
Automotive manufacturers have raised concerns over a proposed new subcategory of small cars under the Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE)-3 regulations. The draft proposal suggests implementing a three gram lower emission cap specifically for vehicles weighing up to 909 kilograms. Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) have objected to this provision citing potential safety implications. Industry officials have pointed out that lighter vehicles required to meet these stricter emission standards may not be able to achieve the five-star safety rating under Bharat NCAP standards. This tension between environmental regulations and safety requirements highlights the complex balancing act facing automotive manufacturers as they work to meet increasingly stringent standards while ensuring vehicle safety.
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Who raised concerns about the new small car standards?
How might lighter cars be affected by the new standards?
Location: Raipur - C.G.
Category: Automotive
