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Regulation

EU Regulators Confront Carmakers Over High PHEV Emissions

Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) in the European Union are emitting significantly more CO2 than their official ratings suggest, prompting renewed scrutiny from regulators. A recent report indicates PHEVs are releasing up to six times the amount of CO2 claimed, leading to calls for stricter testing and accountability. This discrepancy highlights a growing concern that these vehicles are not meeting their environmental promises in real-world usage.

September 8, 2026InsideEVsEU
Regulation

Porsche Leaves VW Group's EU Emissions Pool, Forms Alliance with XPENG for Future Compliance

Porsche is reportedly departing Volkswagen Group's internal emissions pooling agreement in the European Union, a move signaling strategic independence as the luxury brand navigates tightening climate regulations. The German automaker is instead pursuing an alliance with Chinese EV manufacturer XPENG, likely to leverage XPENG's lower average fleet emissions to meet stricter EU targets, particularly as Porsche expands its own electric vehicle lineup.

August 15, 2026CleanTechnicaPorsche