WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama plans to announce the first-ever national emissions limits for cars and trucks, as well as requiring a 35.5 mile-per-gallon standard.
Obama's plan couples pollution reduction from vehicle tailpipes with increased efficiency on the road.
Auto executives plan to attend today's White House event. United Auto Workers President Ron Gettelfinger also plans to attend, as do California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm.
Today's auto industry-related event may not be the only reason for Granholm to be in Washington. She's been mentioned as a possible candidate to succeed Justice David Souter, who's retiring from the Supreme Court.
The White House won't say whether Granholm will meet with Obama about the upcoming court vacancy.
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