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EU Proposes Annual Inspections for Cars Over 10 Years Old

The European Commission's new safety measure aims to reduce road fatalities and emissions but faces criticism over costs and effectiveness.

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Aktuell empfehlen Hersteller zwar alle ein bis zwei Jahre eine Inspektion des Autos – Pflicht ist aber nur der TÜV alle zwei Jahre

Overview

  • The European Commission has proposed mandatory annual technical inspections for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles older than 10 years.
  • The measure is projected to reduce traffic fatalities and injuries by 1%, potentially saving 7,000 lives and preventing 65,000 serious injuries annually.
  • The proposal is part of the EU's Vision Zero strategy, which seeks to halve road deaths by 2030 and achieve near-zero fatalities by 2050.
  • Critics, including automobile associations and some EU lawmakers, argue the measure imposes unnecessary financial burdens and question its impact on accident rates.
  • The proposal requires approval from both the European Parliament and EU member states before implementation, with debates ongoing over its cost-benefit balance.