Antitrust Law Daily Wrap Up, CONSUMER PROTECTION NEWS: FTC Amends Alternative Fuel Vehicles Labeling Rule, (Apr 18, 2013)

By William Zale, J.D.

The FTC has issued final amendments to the Alternative Fuels Rule, consolidating the labels required on alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) with those required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), eliminating the need for two different labels. The amendments become effective on May 31, 2013.

Created in 1995 under the Energy Policy Act of 1992, the Rule requires labels that provide information, such as driving range and fuel type, to help consumers comparison shop. In June 2011, the FTC began its review of the Rule. In June 2012, the agency proposed changes to the Rule and sought public comment. After weighing the comments it received, the FTC approved the changes announced today.

The Commission vote approving the Federal Register notice announcing the final amendments was 4-0.

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