Climate change is a politically sensitive topic for the Turnbull government,which earlier this month beat a hasty retreat after initially announcing a review of its climate policy would examine a form of carbon pricing on the electricity industry.
Environment Minister Josh Frydenberg and Urban Infrastructure Minister Paul Fletcher announced they were seeking feedback about the proposed efficiency measures after inquiries from Fairfax Media on Tuesday.
In a joint statement,the pair said the proposals are"designed to keep Australia in line with international vehicle markets – and keep us enjoying some of the cleanest air in the world".
"By requiring global automotive manufacturers to supply vehicles in Australia with more fuel-efficient engines – as they are now doing in many other countries – these new standards could cut consumer fuel spending by up to $28 billion by 2040."