Trump reiterates desire for more U.S. car exports before CAFE meeting

Before going behind closed doors to discuss light-vehicle emissions rules, President Donald Trump at a White House meeting Friday with auto executives praised Fiat Chrysler for moving some truck production from Mexico to the U.S. (REUTERS)

May 11, 2018 05:00 AM

WASHINGTON -- A dozen top automotive executives met at the White House on Friday for talks on fuel economy rules and trade but President Trump focused on boosting domestic manufacturing in public remarks before moving behind closed doors.

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