EU car lobby says industrial plan lacks clarity
( May 8, 2026, 11:21 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: EU carmakers are calling for clearer definitions for low-carbon steel and aluminum, more flexible rules for European content, and stronger incentives such as extended subsidies for EU-made electric vehicles in the European Commission's proposed clean industry plan. Industry group ACEA warned in a first assessment of the Industrial Accelerator Act on Friday that reporting requirements could become too complex and said the proposal fails to adequately address the specific challenges faced by truck and bus manufacturers, which are already under pressure from non-EU competitors.The statement follows....
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