Democrats, Auto Chiefs Clash Over Industry's Direction |
| Washington Post - Jun 7, 2007 |
Senate Democrats lashed out at the three leading U.S. auto executives yesterday for fighting legislation to force improvements in vehicle gas mileage, warning that lawmakers are losing patience with the industry.
Sen. Thomas R. Carper of Delaware said Congress is tiring of the industry's argument that tougher fuel-economy rules would lead to plant closings and layoffs. Carper, whose state is losing a big Chrysler sport-utility vehicle plant, noted that the Big Three Detroit automakers have downsized significantly in the past two years.
Chief executives of the top three U.S. automakers, from left, Tom LaSorda of Chrysler, Alan R. Mulally of Ford and G. Richard Wagoner Jr. of General Motors; and UAW President Ronald A. Gettelfinger talk with Democratic senators.
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- Posted: 2007-06-07 10:18:48
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