The magic number is 54.5: That’s the target the government and automakers have agreed upon for the average fuel economy of new cars and light trucks by 2025.
I don’t believe the menu-labeling regulations case is fully closed; lobbyists and legislators will continue to fight to make concessions for convenience retailers. But I also think it’s time to stop focusing on D.C. and instead consider what this could really mean for you and your guests.