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"Greenwashing stunt:" Plug-in hybrids emit six times more than claimed, and are getting ...
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Fusion42 · 9 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
A European study reveals plug-in hybrid vehicles emit six times more CO2 in real-world conditions than official lab tests claim, with the emissions gap worsening yearly since 2021 despite regulatory requirements for on-board fuel consumption monitoring. The EU is considering updating its emission testing methods, but European carmakers are lobbying to block stricter rules that would better reflect actual PHEV emissions.
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You face a regulatory squeeze as EU lawmakers consider stricter emissions tests for plug-in hybrids, threatening to erode their market advantage. Prepare to pivot your product or messaging as tougher rules may shutter your current green claims and raise compliance costs.
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