The Commission waters down CO2 targets to give flexibility to car makers
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The Commission waters down CO2 targets to give flexibility to car makers

5 mars 2025· 5:00· S1 E43

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The European Commission is giving carmakers a break, relaxing its CO2 targets by introducing a three-year average instead of annual compliance. The goal? To offer "predictability and fairness" and help struggling automakers avoid billions in fines. But critics argue this is a major step back in the EU’s climate commitments, favoring industry interests over the Green Deal. Is this a necessary adjustment or just another loophole for car makers?


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