Heavy-duty vehicles: Council adopts targeted flexibility for manufacturers to comply with CO2 targets

Τhe Council formally adopted on 30 March 2026 a targeted amendment to the regulation on CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles. The new rules introduce a temporary flexibility for manufacturers to comply with their 2030 CO2 emissions reduction targets. The amendment does not alter the the long-term reduction targets.

This amendment recognises the structural challenges currently faced by the sector, particularly the slow deployment of public charging infrastructure along motorways. It supports a smooth and steady transition towards zero-emission mobility without altering the EU’s ambitious long-term climate targets.

Find more information on the official website of the Council of the EU.