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Coal, electric industries big winners in climate-bill deal
The Center for Auto Safety is the nation’s premier independent, member driven, non-profit consumer advocacy organization dedicated to improving vehicle safety, quality, and fuel economy on behalf of all drivers, passengers, and pedestrians.
By Mike Lillis
May 20, 2009
The compromise also waters down the so-called cash-for-clunkers program…Daniel Becker, director of the Safe Climate Campaign, said the program does much more to help struggling automakers sell large, unpopular models than it does to reduce greenhouse emissions.
“It’s a $4 billion giveaway to move gas guzzling vehicles that nobody wants off the lots,” Becker said.