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What if the problem with cars was not their method of propulsion?

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The European automotive industry is striving to adapt to market changes driven by the dual green and digital transition. Electrification has become the main strategy for reducing CO2 emissions, especially in urban traffic. At the same time, the average size and weight of cars have greatly increased. Big electric cars are the trend, but are they really the solution? Could better planning and optimisation of resources help?

Publication type:
policy brief
Publication Date:
2024-03
Language:
en
Publication URL:
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/RegData/etudes/ATAG/2024/757797/EPRS_ATA(2024)757797_EN.pdf
Institute(s):
European Parliament / Panel for the Future of Science and Technology (STOA) (STOA)
Country:
European Union / Institutions