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VIDEO SPECIAL REPORT: The 54.5 mpg mandate – Challenges and opportunities

August 2, 2011 - 11:15 am ET

Automakers and suppliers are formulating game plans to meet the fuel-economy proposals laid out by the Obama administration last week. The 54.5 mpg target is daunting. To meet it, executives say they must work collaboratively and spark the creation of new technologies. Tom Worobec explores how in Part 1 of this video series, "Keeping Pace."



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