Europe’s 2035 combustion engine rules face another challenge as France and Germany strike deal
Europe’s planned transition to zero emission new cars is facing another potential shift after France and Germany agreed on a joint position that would soften the European Union’s proposed 2035 vehicle emissions requirements. The agreement, announced on 16 October, proposes a 90 per cent reduction in fleet average CO₂ emissions from new cars by 2035, […]
Clean Car Standard to face significant fee reductions amid EV struggles
The New Zealand Government is moving to sharply reduce the fees associated with its Clean Vehicle Standard, in a step it argues is essential to prevent imported car prices from ballooning out of control. Transport Minister Chris Bishop says the changes will help protect consumers from steep cost increases, especially at a time when many […]