Also affected by the changes are large SUVs, pickup trucks and vans with a gross vehicle weight rating up to 10,000 pounds. Starting with the 2011 model year, all medium duty passenger vehicles that fall into this category will be required to post fuel economy labels on their window stickers. The previous cut-off was 8,500 lbs. “It will help cut fuel costs for businesses,” says Millett, assuming that most vehicles in this class are bought for commercial use. “They’ll be able to estimate their annual gas bills before they buy a car.” With the new info, some business owners may be motivated look at alternative fuel vehicles, like ultra-clean diesels. “That’s a win-win for the environment and the consumer,” says Millett.