Chequered flag in sight for new EU car emissions goal

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MEPs set to debate proposals to cut average new car emissions, as auto lobbyists prepare to rev up opposition

EU politicians are set for a showdown this week over plans to tighten the emissions standards for new cars, which are being fiercely opposed by powerful auto industry lobbyists. The European Parliament...

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