The European Commission has proposed a targeted amendment to the regulation governing CO2 emission performance standards for new cars and vans, introducing a flexibility measure for manufacturers to meet their targets between 2025 and 2027. This initiative is part of the Commission’s broader Industrial Action Plan for the European automotive sector, aimed at supporting the industry’s transition towards cleaner technologies while maintaining competitiveness.
GMPB — October 9th — Competing ETS Amendments Set Out Transport Funding Priorities as EU Emissions Rise
9 October 2026
Headlines: Ricci proposes 70% reinvestment requirement for aviation and maritime ETS revenues EU transport emissions rise 2% as rail freight declines Bloss seeks electrification-first ETS funding, reduced biofuel support, and carbon pricing for contrails Fuel associations seek binding renewable transport targets beyond 2030 Industry and NGOs oppose further delay to
