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The EU approves new rules to cut emissions starting 2012, but makes concessions to the carmakers - je 02.12.2008 14

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Constanze TressDecember 2, 2008

The EU says European carmakers must cut harmful emissions from new vehicles by 18 percent within the next six years. The decision comes after a long battle between environmentalists and the automotive industry. Under the plan, carbon dioxide emissions from new cars will be cut from 160 to120 grams per kilometer by 2015.

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