Tag: Combustion engines
New CO2 limits for trucks: EU confronts industry with mammoth task
The truck sector is to become climate neutral! Manufacturers described the EU decision of Monday, 16 October, which sets the roadmap for the decarbonisation of trucks in the EU, as "very ambitious". They criticise that the EU must also create the framework conditions so that decarbonisation can succeed.
Protests stop low emission zone: Stockholm escapes ban on internal combustion vehicles
After fierce opposition, there will be no low emission zone with a ban on internal combustion vehicles in Stockholm's old town. Instead, parking spaces are to disappear, traffic is to be reduced overall and the focus is to be on reclaiming walking and cycling.
Motorists beware! Mont Blanc Tunnel completely closed
Since yesterday, 16.10.2023, the Mont Blanc Tunnel has been completely closed to traffic for 2 months. Drivers must be prepared for long detours and traffic jams.
Paris attacks Euro Standard 7: "Licence to kill".
Paris and several other European metropolises have submitted a petition to the EU Parliament in which they rail against the planned Euro 7 standard. In its weakened form, it is a bitter setback, even a "licence to kill". The manufacturers should not be given a raw deal - after all, human lives are at stake.
Hessian SPD punished: Also because of transport policy?
The Hessian SPD caused a stir shortly before the state elections on Sunday. When it came to transport policy, you not only wanted a drastic reduction in individual transport, you also did not shy away from interfering with citizens' private rights. Have you now been punished for this?
Sofia - the dirtiest air in Europe
The capital of Bulgaria has the highest air pollution in Europe. The values for fine dust are 6 times higher than recommended by the WHO. The reason for the dirty air is, among other things, old diesel from Western Europe. And the lack of an environmental zone!
UK registrations now live!
New in the Green Zones Shop! As of today, you can order your registration to enter many of the UK's Green Zones from our shop! Older vehicles of various vehicle categories are affected. Partly also passenger cars and motorhomes! Registrations for past entries into the low emission zones are also possible. Unfortunately, you will have to wait a little longer for registrations for London, but these will also be available soon!
Euro 7: EU shies away from tighter regulations
The new Euro 7 emissions standard is due to come into force in 2025. Actually, the new standard should affect the emissions of all vehicles. The EU Council has now decided against tightening it for passenger cars and vans compared to Euro 6. In view of the stricter limits for air quality, which the EU decided on exactly a fortnight ago, the decision of the EU Council seems paradoxical.
Thousands of new low emission zones: EU reduces air quality limits - The Green-Zones® Analysis:
On Wednesday, 13.09.2023, the EU Commission voted in favour of adjusting the limit values for air pollutants. This means that the permissible limit values will be significantly lowered from 2035. This change will have far-reaching consequences for transport and air pollution control in cities across the EU. We took a closer look.
Tyrolean transit ban: Austria soon in court?
Since the beginning of 2020, many trucks are no longer allowed to drive through Tyrol in Austria, even though they comply with the latest Euro standard. However, vehicles travelling to and from Tyrol are not affected by the ban. This is unequal treatment, for which Italy now wants to take legal action.