EU Proposes Tougher CO2 Emission Standards for Vehicle Fleets
The Minister for Economic Affairs, Labor and Tourism of Baden-Württemberg, Dr. Nicole Hoffmeister-Kraut, has voiced her concerns over the European Union's plan to adjust emission standards for plug-in hybrids (PHEVs).
In a recent statement, the Minister expressed her belief that tightening PHEV regulations could hinder innovation and drive manufacturers out of an important transitional technology. She further suggested that these additional costs could endanger the acceptance of climate-friendly vehicles.
The Minister criticized the current EU evaluations as being partly based on outdated and non-representative usage data. She advocates for technology openness, planning security, and affordable solutions to achieve climate goals and ensure the international competitiveness of the European automotive industry.
The Minister opposes pre-determination of individual drive technologies and argues that PHEVs can make a significant contribution to CO2 reduction. With increasing electric range and growing charging infrastructure, PHEVs offer a viable option for reducing carbon emissions.
However, the Minister also emphasizes the need to avoid cost increases for consumers due to further technical reductions in CO2 emissions. She believes that regulatory devaluation of PHEV vehicles takes away important options from manufacturers and customers.
The Minister has suggested that the tightening of PHEV regulations should be suspended until a thorough evaluation is complete. This evaluation, she believes, is crucial to understanding the impact of such regulations on the acceptance and innovation of climate-friendly vehicles.
For more information, please contact the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labor and Tourism via the Press Office's email or the Contact Form on their website.
This news article is based on the facts provided and aims to present the concerns of the Minister in a clear and straightforward manner.
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