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EU transport reforms: Euro 7, CO2 targets and safety rules

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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. Specific timelines for heavier vehicles (M2, M3, N2, N3) involve new models starting 29 May 2028, with all Under EU Regulation 2019/2144, new vehicles following on 29 May 2029. Additionally, tire regulations for the C1 class safety mandates are set to begin on 1 being progressively introduced. As of July 2028. To support transparency, the EU is introducing a digital Environmental Vehicle Passport (EVP) to provide standardized 2024, several systems were required for new passenger car registrations, including Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA), fatigue warnings, rearview assistants, and event data recorders. Expanding these mandates on emissions, CO2, and energy consumption. For electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, 7 July 2026, the regulation mandates battery durability: batteries must maintain at least 80 percent capacity after five years or 100,000 km, EU requires advanced emergency braking systems capable of detecting pedestrians and 72 percent after eight years or 160,000 km. These standards may impact the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) market, as more accurate real-world consumption reporting could disqualify certain models from government subsidies. Further details regarding the Euro 7 standard clarify that while exhaust emission limits for cyclists, alongside driver distraction warning systems. Additionally, a new mandate requires all newly registered passenger cars remain largely consistent with Euro 6 levels, the standard introduces more stringent particle measurement, expanding the range from 23 to 10 nanometers. Manufacturers must demonstrate compliance for up to 160,000 kilometers or eight years, be equipped with provisions for adaptive brake lights. This system triggers a rapid flashing signal during emergency full braking at speeds exceeding 50 km/h. Industry research suggests this can reduce braking reaction times by an additional lifespan average of up 0.2 seconds, potentially reducing braking distance by approximately 5.5 meters when traveling at 100 km/h. These safety requirements apply only to ten years or 200,000 kilometers. Under EU Regulation 2019/2144, new safety mandates are also being progressively introduced. vehicle registrations and do not mandate retrofitting for older vehicles.

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