The UK has launched a consultation on adopting Euro 7 emissions standards, signalling the next phase in tightening rules around vehicle emissions.
While EVs sit outside these limits, the regulation will heavily impact ICE vehicles, pushing manufacturers to further reduce pollutants and improve air quality.
The broader implication? The gap between electric and combustion vehicles is only getting wider, both technologically and regulatorily.
But as always, the key will be how clearly and consistently these rules are implemented.
The EV Café takeaway
Regulation is doing what it’s designed to do, nudge the market forward, but it needs to stay aligned with industry reality.
“Policy has to bring people with it, otherwise it creates friction.” Sarah Sloman
“This is about direction of travel, not just compliance.” Paul Kirby