EU lawmakers reach deal to weaken car CO2 targets
XLY•Three European Parliament party groups agreed to propose an 87.5% cut in new-car emissions by 2035, with low-carbon EU steel accounting for a 7.5% top-up. The deal still needs approval from the groups and agreement with EU governments.
1. Proposed 2035 targets
The agreement would set a target of an 87.5% cut in average new-car emissions by 2035, with automakers able to make up 7.5% through production using low-carbon steel made in the EU. It also proposes an 80% reduction in average emissions for new vans by 2035.
2. 2030 proposals
For 2030, the groups proposed emissions cuts of 55% for cars and 35% for vans. Automakers could meet those targets based on average emissions over 2029 to 2031. Cars running on renewable fuels could be recognised as zero-emission vehicles, while small affordable electric cars and particularly efficient EVs could earn producers super-credits.
3. Approval still needed
The centre-right European People's Party, centre-left Social Democrats and Renew still need to approve the agreement to establish Parliament's position. Parliament and EU governments would then need to agree on a common text for 2030 and 2035 targets.
