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Latest decisions

1. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2026/002 ES/Galicia automotive ancillary – Spain

   ✦ AI Parliament approved the release of money from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers, following an application from Spain for workers made redundant in the automotive ancillary industry in Galicia. The decision means Spain is entitled to a financial contribution of EUR 2 725 100, which represents 85 % of the total cost of EUR 3 206 000, to support the reintegration in the labour market of 400 targeted beneficiaries. The money is to be transferred from the EGF reserve to the EGF budget line, and the Employment and Social Affairs Committee and the Committee on Regional Development are associated with the process.

   Climate & environmentTransport & tourism

   7 Oct 2026 · Budget · report by Sandra Gómez López · 4 ballots · voted 13:15 · A-10-2026-0242 · 2026/0195

   Adopted 608–55–7 · by an overwhelming majority
2. International passenger transport services by coach and bus in the border regions: cabotage operations between Austria and Switzerland

   ✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law that would empower Austria to amend its 1958 bilateral road transport agreement with Switzerland, allowing cabotage operations for coach and bus services in their border regions. The authorisation is limited to specific Austrian border districts and requires no discrimination between EU and other carriers and no distortion of competition. Parliament supports the proposal to improve cross-border public transport links and increase travel options for people in the area.

   Foreign affairsTransport & tourism

   7 Jul 2026 · New laws · report by Elissavet Vozemberg-Vrionidi · 1st reading · voted 13:35 · A-10-2026-0174 · 2025/0407

   Adopted 654–4–1 · by an overwhelming majority
3. Circularity requirements for vehicle design and management of end-of-life vehicles

   ✦ AI The European Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law setting circularity requirements for vehicle design and managing end-of-life vehicles. The law aims to support the automotive sector's shift to a circular economy by promoting recycled materials and improving how vehicles are scrapped. Parliament's position includes amendments to clarify rules, cut red tape, and align with other EU laws, while keeping targets realistic for industry. The position now goes to the Council for negotiation before the law can be finalized.

   Economy & single marketTransport & tourismClimate & environment

   18 Jun 2026 · New laws · report by Jens Gieseke, Paulius Saudargas · 1st reading · 12 ballots · voted 13:15 · A-10-2025-0158 · 2023/0284

   Adopted 437–112–20 · by a large majority
4. Periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspection (Roadworthiness package)

   ✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to update EU rules on periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspections of vehicles. The position updates rules for cars, vans, and commercial vehicles, and adds regular inspections for motor scooters above 50 cm³. Parliament removed proposed mandatory annual inspections for older cars and light vans, and kept remote sensing optional for member states. The position now goes to the Council for negotiation before the law can be finalised.

   Transport & tourism

   21 May 2026 · New laws · report by Jens Gieseke · 1st reading · voted 13:25 · A-10-2026-0139 · 2025/0097

   Adopted 369–126–84 · by a large majority
5. Calculation of emission credits for heavy-duty vehicles for the reporting periods of the years 2025 to 2029

   ✦ AI The proposal amends Regulation (EU) 2019/1242 on how emission credits for heavy-duty vehicles are calculated for the reporting periods of the years 2025 to 2029. Parliament adopted its position at first reading, and as an agreement was reached with the Council, this position corresponds to the final legislative act, Regulation (EU) 2026/1046. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter to it again if the Commission replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal.

   Climate & environmentTransport & tourism

   12 Mar 2026 · New laws · 1st reading · 7 ballots · voted 12:06 · TA-10-2026-0084 · 2025/0423

   Adopted 473–81–9 · by an overwhelming majority
6. Calculation of emission credits for heavy-duty vehicles for the reporting periods of the years 2025 to 2029

   Climate & environmentTransport & tourism

   10 Mar 2026 · New laws · 1st reading · 2025/0423

   Adopted no count published
7. Driving licences

   ✦ AI The directive updates EU rules on driving licences, introducing mutually recognised EU mobile driving licences and clarifying minimum age requirements. Parliament approved the Council's position, meaning the act is adopted and will be signed and published. The new rules also set medical fitness requirements, default validity periods, and rules for novice drivers and accompanied driving.

   Transport & tourism

   21 Oct 2025 · New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2025-0191 · 2023/0053

   no count published
8. Union-wide effect of certain driving disqualifications

   ✦ AI The text establishes an EU system for sharing information and recognising driving disqualifications across member states for major offences such as drink or drug driving, excessive speeding, or causing death or serious injury. Parliament approved the Council's position, meaning the directive will be adopted as agreed, ending impunity for drivers committing such offences outside the country that issued their licence. Parliament instructs its President and Secretary-General to sign the act and arrange its publication in the Official Journal.

   Transport & tourism

   21 Oct 2025 · New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2025-0193 · 2023/0055

   no count published
9. Extension of the derogation for heavy-duty vehicles with zero emissions

   ✦ AI The proposal amends Directive 1999/62/EC to extend the period in which zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles can benefit from significantly reduced rates of infrastructure or user charges, or from exemptions to pay them. Parliament adopted its position at first reading, and as an agreement was reached between Parliament and Council, this position corresponds to the final legislative act, Directive (EU) 2025/2459. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter to it again if the Commission replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal.

   Transport & tourismClimate & environment

   7 Oct 2025 · New laws · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:27 · TA-10-2025-0211 · 2025/0188

   Adopted 458–182–11 · by a large majority
10. Circularity requirements for vehicle design and management of end-of-life vehicles

    ✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law setting circularity requirements for vehicle design and rules for managing end-of-life vehicles. The law aims to boost recycling of materials like steel and plastic, improve how old vehicles are handled, and align rules across member states. Parliament's position now goes to the Council for negotiation before the law can be finalized.

    Economy & single marketTransport & tourismClimate & environment

    9 Sept 2025 · New laws · report by Jens Gieseke, Paulius Saudargas · 1st reading · 67 ballots · voted 13:41 · A-10-2025-0158 · 2023/0284

    Adopted 431–145–76 · by a large majority
11. Extension of the derogation for heavy-duty vehicles with zero emissions

    Transport & tourismClimate & environment

    9 Sept 2025 · New laws · 1st reading · 2025/0188

    Adopted no count published
12. Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine amending the Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine on the carriage of freight by road of 29 June 2022

    ✦ AI Parliament gave its consent to the agreement amending the EU-Ukraine deal on the carriage of freight by road of 29 June 2022. The consent means the Council can now conclude the agreement on behalf of the Union. Parliament instructed its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of the member states and Ukraine.

    Transport & tourismForeign affairs

    17 Jun 2025 · Consent · report by Elissavet Vozemberg-Vrionidi · consent procedure · voted 13:43 · A-10-2025-0102 · 2024/0290

    Adopted 488–137–34 · by a large majority
13. CO2 emission performance standards for new passenger cars and new light commercial vehicles for 2025 to 2027

    ✦ AI The proposal amends Regulation (EU) 2019/631 to add flexibility in how manufacturers' compliance with CO2 emission performance standards for new passenger cars and new light commercial vehicles is calculated for the calendar years 2025 to 2027. Parliament adopted its position at first reading on this proposal, meaning it has set out where it stands on the law before it can be finalised with the Council. An agreement was reached between Parliament and the Council, so Parliament's position corresponds to the final legislative act, Regulation (EU) 2025/1214. Parliament also calls on the Commission to refer the matter to it again if the Commission replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal.

    Climate & environmentTransport & tourism

    8 May 2025 · New laws · 1st reading · 22 ballots · voted 13:10 · TA-10-2025-0099 · 2025/0070

    Adopted 458–101–14 · by a large majority
14. CO2 emission performance standards for new passenger cars and new light commercial vehicles for 2025 to 2027

    Climate & environmentTransport & tourism

    6 May 2025 · New laws · 1st reading · 2025/0070

    Adopted no count published

Dossiers involved · latest vote first

1. 2026/0195 Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2026/002 ES/Galicia automotive ancillary – Spain 7 Oct 2026 · 1 vote
2. 2025/0407 International passenger transport services by coach and bus in the border regions: cabotage operations between Austria and Switzerland 7 Jul 2026 · 1 vote
3. 2023/0284 Circularity requirements for vehicle design and management of end-of-life vehicles 18 Jun 2026 · 2 votes
4. 2025/0097 Periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspection (Roadworthiness package) 21 May 2026 · 1 vote
5. 2025/0423 Calculation of emission credits for heavy-duty vehicles for the reporting periods of the years 2025 to 2029 12 Mar 2026 · 2 votes
6. 2023/0053 Driving licences 21 Oct 2025 · 1 vote
7. 2023/0055 Union-wide effect of certain driving disqualifications 21 Oct 2025 · 1 vote
8. 2025/0188 Extension of the derogation for heavy-duty vehicles with zero emissions 7 Oct 2025 · 2 votes
9. 2024/0290 Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine amending the Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine on the carriage of freight by road of 29 June 2022 17 Jun 2025 · 1 vote
10. 2025/0070 CO2 emission performance standards for new passenger cars and new light commercial vehicles for 2025 to 2027 8 May 2025 · 2 votes

Who backs what

How each group's majority voted on the 9 most recent final roll-call votes about road & vehicles.

With the result = share of these votes where the group's position matched the outcome (For an adopted text, Against a rejected one). The other columns count the votes by the group's position; Split = no position had a majority among its members. Non-attached members have no group line.

The latest final votes, group by group

Each group's majority position: For, Against, Abstained, or Split. — = the group did not vote.