Summary
- Automakers plan to pool carbon emissions with Tesla to comply with EU’s 2025 CO2 emission rules
- Stellantis, Toyota, Ford, Mazda, and Subaru will pool with Tesla, while Volvo, Polestar, and Smart will pool with Mercedes
- EU’s new CO2 emission rules for cars and vans from 2025 to 2034
- Automakers exceeding emission targets will face penalties per g/km for each new vehicle registered
- Car makers can form a pool to meet emissions targets but cannot pool between car and van manufacturers.
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Several automakers, including Stellantis, Toyota, Ford, Mazda, and Subaru, are planning to pool their carbon emissions with electric vehicle maker Tesla in order to comply with the European Union’s 2025 rules on CO2 emissions. This collaboration will help these automakers meet the stringent emission targets set by the EU and avoid facing penalties for exceeding the limits. Additionally, Volvo, Polestar, and Smart are also planning to pool their emissions with Mercedes to ensure compliance with the regulations.
The European Union’s new CO2 emission rules for the years 2025 to 2034 are aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of vehicles on the road. The regulations mandate that cars should emit 93.6 g CO2/km from 2025 to 2029 and 49.5 g CO2/km from 2030 to 2034. For vans, the allowable emission limits are set at 153.9 g CO2/km from 2025 to 2029 and 90.6 g CO2/km from 2030 to 2034. Car manufacturers that fail to meet these targets will face penalties in the form of an excess emissions premium of €95 per g/km for each vehicle registered above the limit.
Automakers have the option to form pools to collectively meet the emissions targets set by the EU. However, they must adhere to competition laws and cannot pool emissions between car and van manufacturers. By collaborating with Tesla and Mercedes, the automakers mentioned earlier hope to benefit from the lower emissions of electric vehicles and hybrid models to offset the higher emissions from their internal combustion engine vehicles.
The partnership between Tesla and other automakers to pool emissions highlights the industry-wide effort to transition towards more sustainable transportation solutions. As electric vehicles become increasingly popular, automakers are seeking ways to reduce their overall carbon footprint and comply with stringent environmental regulations. By working together, these companies can leverage the technology and expertise of EV manufacturers like Tesla to accelerate the adoption of cleaner transportation options and meet the EU’s emission targets.
The Teslarati team welcomes any tips or information related to the collaboration between Tesla and other automakers to comply with the EU’s CO2 emission rules. Readers are encouraged to reach out to the team via email at maria@teslarati.com or on Twitter @Writer_01001101 with any insights or feedback on this initiative. This pooling of emissions represents a significant step towards achieving a greener automotive industry and addressing the global climate crisis through collective action and innovation in vehicle technology.
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