Minimum recycled-plastic requirement for new cars gets EU ministerial approval
( June 29, 2026, 12:53 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Mandatory recycled-plastic targets and stricter end-of-life requirements for vehicles won final approval on Monday from EU ministers, completing the bloc's legislative process. Carmakers must use at least 15 percent recycled plastic in new vehicles within six years of the regulation taking effect, rising to 25 percent within 10 years. The rules also expand producer responsibility, strengthen controls on illegal exports, and prohibit the export of vehicles that are no longer roadworthy.Press release follows....
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