Car owners have been asked to get acquainted with the new Euro 7 emissions regulations rolling out as non-compliance could mean higher taxes or payment to drive in low-emission zones.
Motorists should also know that typically exempt electric vehicles will no longer enjoy such privileges.
Darren Miller, of BigWantsYourCar.com, shed light on the matter, stating: "For the first time, electric vehicles, previously exempt from such rules, will have to meet stricter criteria.
"The Euro 7 Emission regulations cover controlling particle emissions from braking and solid particle emissions, making sure vehicles emit less during operation and reduce other forms of pollution."
"All new cars sold from 2025 will have to emit no more than 60 milligrams of NOx to align with these standards, driving quick innovation and change among manufacturers.
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"This includes added measures like monitoring general wear and tear, exhaust filters, and engines through electronic sensors."
Miller added: "With compliance deadlines of 30 months for new car and van models and 42 months for current ones, the industry has a clear schedule to make adjustments.
"Failing to meet these specified deadlines could have significant implications for both manufacturers and vehicle owners.
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"Manufacturers may face potential legal and financial repercussions, which could include hefty fines, stopping the production of non-compliant vehicles, and a big impact on brand reputation.
"For vehicle owners, driving a non-compliant vehicle could lead to restrictions such as limited access to low-emission zones, increased taxation, and possibly a decrease in vehicle value," Birmingham Live reports.
The UK has experienced success in reducing motoring pollution with other strategies, including standardising E10 fuel.
The DfT’s Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO) annual report revealed that introducing E10 prevented “millions of tonnes” of CO2.
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