The ACEA Position Paper on reducing CO2 emissions from heavy-duty vehicles emphasizes the significant contribution of the heavy-duty vehicle sector to the European economy, with over 12 million direct and indirect jobs in the automotive industry. The paper advocates for an integrated approach to significantly improve the fuel efficiency of road transport and cut CO2 emissions by 20% by 2020 compared to 2014. Market forces are seen as the best way forward, with fuel efficiency being one of the most important competitive factors in developing and selling heavy-duty vehicles. The paper also highlights the importance of working closely with all relevant stakeholders in the transport sector to identify and leverage all touch points that affect CO2 emissions from heavy-duty vehicles.
