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New EU data released in 2024 shows that plug‑in hybrid vehicles emit, on average, six times more carbon dioxide in real‑world driving than official laboratory tests indicate. The discrepancy between real‑world and lab‑based emissions has increased each year since measurements began in 2021. The car lobby is urging the EU to scrap rules that would better reflect these higher emissions. T&E argues that the EU must reject attempts by automakers to weaken regulations designed to close the gap and prevent plug‑in hybrids from falsely contributing to climate targets.

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