France and Germany seek to weaken EU car CO2 standards

France and Germany have agreed to loosen the EU's CO2 emissions standards and internal combustion engine phase-out requirements, a move criticized by climate advocates as undermining Europe's climate goals and competitive position in the gl

First covered Oct 16, 2026 · 11:59 AM PT · 2 articles · no longer in the live window

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