As the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) prepare to release new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for the 2017 to 2025 model years, the Obama Administration has been holding closed-door discussions with domestic auto companies and lawmakers to determine the best course of action.

The Washington Post reports that the administration proposed raising the average fuel economy of cars and light trucks to approximately 56.2 miles per gallon (mpg) by 2025. The car companies countered with a much smaller increase to between 42.6 and 46.7 mpg over the eight-year period. Initially, the government wanted to see fuel efficiency cross the 60 mpg-mark, but they were met with opposition, the Detroit Free Press states.

“It would be way too expensive and the industry would collapse or implode, so we don’t see 60 miles per gallon as being viable,” Jay Baron, the president of the Center for Automotive Research, told Popular Mechanics.

Better fuel economy can help drivers save money at the pump and reduce emissions. Regular tune ups can also help car owners keep their cars running well, and a vehicle warranty can help keep maintenance costs down.