Auto Care Association Regulatory Update – Monday, October 5, 2026
There is one new action of interest this week.
New Actions
Fuel Economy Standards - NHTSA issued modified Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for light-duty vehicles for MY 2022-2026 and 2027-2031. The standards continue to go higher but at a much slower rate than they were scheduled to do under the Biden administration rule. This is expected to reduce the need for electric vehicles to meet the standards.
More Information: Final Rule
Ongoing Activity
Black Mass and Tungsten Export - The Bureau of Industry and Security issued a temporary final rule restricting export of black mass and tungsten and is seeking comments on making permanent that restriction. Comments are due Nov. 4, 2026.
More Information: Temporary Final Rule
More Information: Guidance Notice
If you have questions about any of these items, please contact Grant MacIntyre, director, regulatory affairs and senior attorney, Auto Care Association.
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2021 Auto Care Advocacy Report
March 24, 2022Advocacy is essential, and by adding your voice, our impact adds up. This report details our 2021 efforts across all three facets of advocacy: grassroots, lobbying and PAC. However, in order to be effective, we must have your support and engagement. The 2021 Advocacy Report details ways you can get involved - and we made it as easy as 1, 2, 3.