<div>NSW to go it alone on vehicle emissions standards to avoid becoming 'dumping ground'</div>

Leaked document reveals plan to harmonise regulations with European standards and encourage electric vehicle uptakePlans are in the works for New South Wales to go it alone on vehicle emissions regulations after nearly two decades of inaction by the federal government.The details were revealed after a draft copy of the New South Wales 2020-2030 Clean Air Strategy, outlining proposals for stricter regulations around noxious emissions and CO2 standards for vehicles sold within the state, was leaked to the media. Related: 'Do-nothing document': Australian electric vehicle strategy lets emissions keep rising Related: Australia lags the world on electric vehicle choice and it's hurting take-up, industry says Continue reading...