What impact did the auto industry have on available resources, natural and man made?

Since 1981, fuel economy hasn't been a big competitive factor in the marketplace. Consumers can now focus on vehicle prices, performance, comfort, and style thanks to historically low gasoline prices. Companies that can supply all of these features, as well as better fuel economy, should have an advantage over those that can't. Whatever the future fuel economy rules are, American manufacturers must contend with the fact that the Japanese appear to have prioritized improving fuel economy as a priority.

Explanation:

a. it led to stricter immigration laws.