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Message From: Sent: To: CC: Subject: David Schwietert [DSchwietert@autoalliance.org] 3/27/2018 6:16:07 PM Letendre, Daisy [/o=ExchangeLabs/ou=Exchange Administrative Group (FYDIBOHF23SPDLT)/cn=Recipients/cn=b691cccca6264ae09df7054c7fl019cb-Letendre, D]; Gunasekara, Mandy [/o=ExchangeLabs/ou=Exchange Administrative Group (FYDIBOHF23SPDLT)/cn=Recipients/cn=53dla3caa8bb4ebab8a2d28ca59b6f45-Gunasekara,]; Jackson, Ryan [/o=ExchangeLabs/ou=Exchange Administrative Group (FYDIBOHF23SPDLT)/cn=Recipients/cn=38bc8el8791a47d88a279db2fec8bd60-Jackson, Ry]; Bolen, Brittany [/o=ExchangeLabs/ou=Exchange Administrative Group (FYDIBOHF23SPDLT)/cn=Recipients/cn=31e872a691114372b5a6a88482a66e48-Bolen, Brit] Mitch Bainwol [MBainwol@autoalliance.org]; Gloria Bergquist [GBERGQUIST@autoalliance.org]; Chris Nevers [CNevers@autoalliance.org] Auto Alliance follow up Ryan, Mandy, Brittany and Daisy, In advance of the Administrator's upcoming annoucement regarding the light-duty vehicle Final Determination, below you will find the current Alliance statement that we plan to issue. Keep in mind, this is subject to change and is based on a directional decision by Administrator Pruitt about the previous EPA Determination not being appropriate - and pointing to a future rulemaking process between EPA and NHTSA that will allow for public comment. Mitch Bainwol, copied on this email, is available and willing to participate in the Administrator's public annoucement next Tuesday. In addition, I've copied Gloria Bergquist who heads up our communication department in case you have any questions for her Last but not least, as EPA looks to invite other speakers/stakeholders, I would recommend the following (in addition to NADA and Global Automakers): Ann Wilson, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) (cell). Cody Lusk American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA). luskc@aiada.org Ex. 6 DRAFT AUTO ALLIANCE STATEMENT: "This was the right decision, and we support the Administration for pursuing a data-driven effort and a single national program as it works to finalize future standards. We appreciate that the Administration is working to find a way to both increase fuel economy standards and keep new vehicles affordable to more Americans. Sierra Club v. EPA 18cv3472 NDCA Tier 5 ED 002061 00083409-00001 "Today's announcement was the expected necessary step that sets in motion a future rulemaking where the government will propose a range of alternatives - sharing the data gathered to support various options -- and seek public comments. "Automakers are committed to increasing fuel economy requirements and the key to achieving higher standards is selling more of the highly fuel-efficient vehicles, including 50 models of electric cars, now in dealer showrooms. Consumer research shows that the monthly payment is the top concern when car-shopping. So, to ensure ongoing fuel economy improvement, the wisest course of action is to keep new vehicles affordable so more consumers can replace an older car with a new vehicle that uses much less fuel - and offers more safety features. Automakers continue to develop safety and other innovations and we want to get these technologies and all their benefits - on the road as soon as possible. "Maintaining a single national program is critical to ensuring that cars remain affordable. We look forward to working with key stakeholders and the State of California once EPA and NHTSA begin a rulemaking. As in the past, we will review their proposed rule through the lens of its impact on jobs and meeting our customers' needs for affordable, safe, clean and fuel-efficient transportation." Sierra Club v. EPA 18cv3472 NDCA Tier 5 ED 002061 00083409-00002