摘要: |
Just as the motor industry seems to be getting to grips with the recent challenges, another one comes along. Carmakers have reacted negatively to tough new Euro 7 proposals from the European Commission that demand lower NOx and particulate emissions from new cars and light vans by July 2025. Particulates created by brakes and tyres must also fall, which has implications for electric vehicles just as they're gaining momentum in the UK's new car market. At a time when consumers are already finding the price of new and used cars has risen considerably, the measures will add further cost. The EC's proposal claims the total extra added will be €304 (£266) per vehicle. Alone, it's not a lot. But on top of buyers' already increased costs, it's hardly helpful. New car sales could remain lower than average for some time yet. |