Regulation & Safety

10 federal policies that shaped the modern auto industry

Traffic moves along Interstate 80 in Emeryville, California, US, on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024. AAA projects 79.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period.
As the automobile became essential to American life, the federal government has intervened with regulations to protect the public and environment. (BLOOMBERG)
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By:
Omari Gardner
March 14, 2025 11:00 AM

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