EU READY TO BACK AFFORDABLE E-CARS

EUROPEAN COMMISSION president Ursula von der Leyen will work with automotive bosses to develop a new 'E-car' category of small, affordable models to help safeguard the industry.

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This initiative follows a proposal from Stellantis and Renault bosses for a less-regulated, cheaper and lower-emission small car class, inspired by Japan's kei cars. At the Munich show, industry bosses urged action on