Germany Tightens Pressure on EU to Ease Auto Emissions Rules

Germany is intensifying a push for greater flexibility in European Union vehicle-emission limits, part of an effort by Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s ruling alliance to bolster the nation’s ailing auto industry.

After a latest round of regular coalition talks late Sunday in Berlin, Merz said his government will be pushing in EU negotiations to ensure that excess emissions above a 90% target won’t have to be fully offset after 2035.