EU mulls climate warnings for car ads

James S Murray
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European Commission proposes new rules requiring car ads to run cigarette packet-style warnings and more information on carbon emissions

The European Commission has this week launched a public consultation on controversial proposals that could require car manufacturers to make information on fuel consumption and carbon emissions a more...

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