The European Commission is expected to soften its original proposal to limit carbon dioxide emissions for cars produced in Europe that was originally set at 120g/km by 2012. A source from the EU has told Reuters the restriction will instead be set at 130g/km, but the Commission would still target an overall cut in emissions to 120g/km to be achieved through biofuel use and other technology in addition to improved standards from carmakers themselves.
The current industry average remains at 161g/km, however, the new restrictions are being pushed towards binding legislation. This is because until now, European carmakers have failed to come even close to voluntary standards that were set at 140g/km by 2008.
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