Under the new rules, car manufacturers will now comply with their emissions obligations over a three-year period by averaging their performance instead of annually. This adjustment will allow automakers to avoid penalties for non-compliance as early as this year. Representatives of EU member states reached an agreement on the new CO₂ emissions standards. The regulation must still be formally approved by the Council of the European Union at one of its upcoming meetings before it can take effect.

"Extending the reporting period for emissions targets is one way to align emissions limits with real market conditions. Any adjustment in this direction is welcomed, as it can provide more flexibility in production. However, it is important to note that this is only a short-term solution to the most pressing issue," Rodek said. He added that a three-year average is still a relatively short period. "We expect interest in electric vehicles to grow gradually. It is now crucial for the European Commission to reevaluate long-term emissions targets, with an emphasis on technological neutrality and in consideration of technological development as well as the real needs and capabilities of customers," the spokesperson added.

The European Commission’s proposal was supported by 458 Members of the European Parliament out of 573 present, 101 voted against it, while 14 abstained. All twenty Czech MEPs present voted in favour of the proposal. The aim of the proposed change is to support the European automotive industry, which is undergoing rapid technological transformation and facing increasing global competition. The automotive sector employs approximately 13 million people and contributes around 14 percent to the European Union’s GDP.

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Source: Forbes.cz