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The Canberra Times
The Canberra Times
Peter Brewer

Lobbying begins as car industry sweats on a low-risk fuel efficiency strategy

Australians love their 4WDs and light commercials, but their weight and emissions make them easy targets. Picture supplied

Robust discussion and lobbying efforts have started after public submissions closed on May 31 on the proposed fuel efficiency standard which, if fast-tracked to current European standards, would have a major impact on the current business operations of Australia's car importers.

All new light vehicles sold in Australia including passenger cars, 4WDs, light commercial vehicles and SUVs would be affected by the new standard.

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