# EU transport reforms: Euro 7, CO2 targets and safety rules > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/eu-transport-reforms-and-euro-7-standards > Updated: 2026-08-24T12:16:06.000Z. Sources: 27. Developments: 8. In late July 2026, the EU unveiled two linked transport measures: a supervised licence scheme allowing 17-year-olds to drive category C trucks to ease driver shortages, and the Euro 7 emissions regulation for new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, effective 29 November 2026. The Euro 7 rule sets particulate-matter limits for electric cars (3 mg km⁻¹), conventional vehicles (7 mg km⁻¹), and large vans (11 mg km⁻¹), while adding tyre-wear and brake-dust restrictions. Implementation is phased, reaching all new models of cars and light vans by 29 November 2027 and extending to heavier trucks and buses in 2028-2029. To support transparency, the EU is introducing a digital Environmental Vehicle Passport (EVP). Accessible via QR code or vehicle displays, this digital registry will accompany vehicles from registration to provide standardized data on emissions, CO2, energy consumption, electric range, and motor power. For electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, the regulation mandates battery durability: batteries must maintain at least 80 percent capacity after five years or 100,000 km, and 72 percent after eight years or 160,000 km. New safety mandates have also been integrated into the regulatory framework. As of July 7, 2026, all newly registered passenger cars must be equipped with adaptive brake lights. This system causes the brake light to flash rapidly during emergency braking at speeds exceeding 50 km/h. According to the VDA, this signal can reduce driver reaction times by an average of 0.2 seconds, potentially shortening braking distances by up to 5.5 meters at 100 km/h. This is part of a broader safety concept that includes mandatory Intelligent Speed Assist (ISA) and automatic emergency braking. ## Claims - Euro 7 regulations will become mandatory for new M1 and N1 vehicle type approvals starting November 29, 2026. (disputed by 4 sources) - Euro 7 rules will apply to all new vehicles first registered in the EU starting November 29, 2027. (disputed by 4 sources) - Electric vehicle batteries must maintain at least 80 percent capacity after five years or 100,000 kilometers. (disputed by 4 sources) - Electric vehicle batteries must maintain at least 72 percent capacity after eight years or 160,000 kilometers. (disputed by 4 sources) - Manufacturers must provide a digital Environmental Vehicle Passport (EVP) for each new vehicle. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The EVP will contain data on emissions, CO2, fuel or energy consumption, electric range, and motor power. (corroborated by 4 sources) - New safety requirements including driver attention monitoring and advanced automatic braking will take effect on July 7, 2026. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Euro 7 includes new requirements for tire wear and battery durability. (corroborated by 4 sources) - New rules will regulate particulate emissions from brake and tire wear. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Euro 7 regulation (EU 2024/1257) entered into force on May 28, 2024. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Euro 7 standards will require electronics to function for up to 10 years or 200,000 kilometers. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-24: European Union mandates adaptive brake lights for new cars The EU will require all new passenger cars to feature adaptive brake lights by July 2026 to improve reaction times and reduce braking distances during emergency stops. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-union-mandates-adaptive-brake-lights-for-new-cars-3 ### 2026-08-23: Euro 7 standards to regulate vehicle emissions and durability The EU's Euro 7 regulation introduces new standards for brake and tire particles, battery durability, and digital vehicle passports, with phased implementation starting in late 2026. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/euro-7-regulations-to-expand-automotive-emission-standards ### 2026-08-22: European Union mandates adaptive brake lights for new cars New EU regulations mandate adaptive brake lights for all newly registered passenger cars by July 2026 to improve reaction times and reduce braking distances during emergency stops. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-union-mandates-adaptive-brake-lights-for-new-cars-2 ### 2026-08-21: European Union mandates digital vehicle passes and speed assist New EU regulations will introduce digital vehicle passes for new cars to track battery health and emissions, alongside mandatory Intelligent Speed Assist systems to monitor speed limits. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-union-mandates-digital-vehicle-passes-and-speed-assist ### 2026-08-16: European Union introduces Euro 7 and new vehicle safety regulations The EU is introducing Euro 7 regulations, mandating digital vehicle passports, battery durability standards for EVs, and advanced safety features like driver attention monitoring by 2026 and 2027. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-implements-new-driving-license-and-vehicle-regulations ### 2026-08-07: Euro 7 and EU CO2 rules tighten vehicle emissions across Europe and North America Euro 7 adds brake, tyre and battery wear testing in the EU, while the US relies on fleet‑average certification; Canada follows the US and Mexico offers dual compliance. EU CO₂ targets fall to 81 g/km in 2025, 0 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/euro-7-and-eu-co2-rules-tighten-vehicle-emissions-across-europe-and-north-america ### 2026-08-01: EU rolls out Euro 7 emission standards for cars and electric vehicles EU's Euro 7 rule, effective from Nov 2026 for new cars and vans, tightens emission limits, adds tyre‑brake particle caps and battery‑life requirements for electric vehicles. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-rolls-out-euro-7-emission-standards-for-cars-and-electric-vehicles ### 2026-07-25: EU moves to lower truck licence age and introduce Euro 7 emissions standards EU proposes a 17‑year‑old truck licence with a qualified supervisor and will enforce Euro 7 emissions standards on new cars from Nov 2026. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-moves-to-lower-truck-licence-age-and-introduce-euro-7-emissions-standards --- Cite as: EU transport reforms: Euro 7, CO2 targets and safety rules. 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