Overview

• The Munich city council has proposed expanding the diesel vehicle ban to include Euro-5 cars on a stretch of the Landshuter Allee, where nitrogen dioxide levels exceed legal limits.
• The existing ban applies to Euro-4 diesel vehicles and lower across the Mittlerer Ring and city center, but a court ruling mandated stricter measures to improve air quality.
• A final decision on the proposed extension is expected in February or March 2025, following additional data collection and public consultation.
• The council included an opt-out clause, allowing the ban to be reconsidered if current speed limits of 30 km/h prove sufficient to reduce pollution levels.
• Environmental groups have criticized delays in implementing stricter measures, emphasizing the need to prioritize public health over automotive industry interests.