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Euro 7 Emissions: Your Car's Next Challenge
11 Oct
Summary
- Euro 7 regulation targets NOx and particulate matter from engines.
- Rules also address pollution from tyres and brakes.
- New cars must meet standards by November 29, 2027.
New emissions standards, known as Euro 7, are set to affect both combustion and hybrid vehicles starting November 29, 2027. These regulations, intended to combat air pollution, will target harmful emissions such as nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter from petrol and diesel engines.
The scope of Euro 7 extends beyond traditional exhaust fumes, incorporating pollution generated by vehicle brakes and tyres. Manufacturers will be mandated to install sophisticated onboard monitoring systems to ensure vehicles adhere to emission limits throughout their lifespan. For cars and vans, these limits must be maintained for at least 10 years or 124,000 miles.
Electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids will also be subject to battery degradation testing. The initial enforcement of Euro 7 will apply exclusively to new cars and vans. Vehicles failing to meet the new standards after the November 29, 2027 deadline will be prohibited from sale. Future deadlines are anticipated for other vehicle types, including buses and lorries.
