212. BRIEFS: Why Compromise Helps Us Breathe Easier

The White House is giving automakers a bit more time to determine the best way forward in terms of EV adoption. By adding plug-in hybrids to the mix and agreeing to concessions on powertrains, the US Department of Energy and EPA fuel efficiency rules that go into effect in 2026 are a compromise that will lead us to a cleaner world with fewer carbon emissions. . Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, breaks down these new fuel efficiency rules and explains why compromise helps us all breathe easier.   . For more information about the evolution of sustainability, head on over to sustainablecareers.sae.org. There you can read about Honda's new Plug-in hybrid hydrogen fuel cell CRV and what it means for the automaker. . We’d love to hear from you. Share your comments, questions and ideas for future topics and guests to [email protected]. Don’t forget to take a moment to follow SAE Tomorrow Today—a podcast where we discuss emerging technology and trends in mobility with the leaders, innovators and strategists making it all happen—and give us a review on your preferred podcasting platform. . Follow SAE on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Follow host Grayson Brulte on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.