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EPA Is 'Fixing' Start/Stop Tech, Agency Admin Says

Lee Zeldin, the EPA administrator since January 2025, announced on May 12 plans to 'fix' automatic start/stop technology in new U.S. Cars via a post on X.
This move responds to widespread criticism despite the technology's role in reducing fuel use and emissions by shutting engines off when vehicles stop.
Automatic start/stop is widely used, with more than 60% of new cars equipped in 2022, and helps automakers meet emissions standards by lowering reported fuel consumption.
Zeldin tweeted that the EPA has given the green light to the technology despite widespread dissatisfaction, and stated that the agency plans to address the issue, though he has yet to specify what actions will be taken.
The announced review could lead to changes such as refining or potentially banning the technology, affecting U.S. Vehicle emissions policies and automaker incentives.

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