FTC Seeks Public Comments on Review of Labeling Requirements for the Alternative Fuels Rule

Summary:

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched a review of its Labeling Requirements for Alternative Fuels and Alternative Fueled Vehicles (AFVs), also known as the Alternative Fuels Rule. As part of this review, the FTC is seeking public comments on the costs, benefits, necessity, and regulatory and economic impact of the rule, including issues related to electric vehicle charging stations. The FTC is specifically seeking input on labeling requirements for electric vehicle charging stations operated by retailers for consumers, including what types of information the labels should disclose, where they should appear, and whether changes to the current label content are needed.