Staff Reports
In a classic display of liberal elitism, so-called “experts” have once again been proven out of touch with reality. This time, the target is President Trump’s bold move to roll back draconian gas mileage regulations. These outdated CAFE standards have kept Americans trapped in a cycle of high car prices and narrowed options. Meanwhile, our friends across the Pacific enjoy affordable, efficient vehicles that we’re arbitrarily kept from having.
For decades, carmakers have been forced to redesign the automobile landscape to meet the whimsical desires of Washington bureaucrats. The CAFE rules are a relic from 1975, dictating what Americans can drive under the guise of environmental concern. Yet, they seem to have missed the point that these same regulations have chased us into paying ridiculous amounts for trucks and SUVs, while sensible little sedans have disappeared from the sales lots. Thank you, CAFE, for robbing Americans of choice and affordability!
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Trump’s rollback of these bureaucratic roadblocks can open the door to a revolution in transportation. Imagine stepping into a dealership where cars suited for real people—like the compact, efficient kei-type vehicles from Japan—are actually available here in the land of the free. We might finally see a shift back to reasonable prices and new cars that young Americans, starting their adult lives, can afford to own.
Of course, expect the usual hand-wringers to line up, predicting doom. The same experts who claim our planet is one regulation away from ruin. Yet, they ignore how these regs have pushed consumers towards pricier, bulkier, and less efficient options. It’s almost as if they oppose Trump’s rollback not out of concern for the environment, but because it disrupts their precious status quo.
Here’s a simple truth: economic freedom is about giving people choices. Rolling back these oppressive regulations shows a commitment to real American values. The only question left is, will our domestic automakers rise to the occasion, or will this market shift be led by foreign brands? Regardless, Trump’s policy sets the stage for a future where owning a car isn’t a luxury but a reachable goal for American families. So, are the experts wrong again? You bet they are.
