21
May
2026
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Periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspection (Roadworthiness package) (A10-0139/2026 - Jens Gieseke) (vote)
Mr President, I would like to begin by thanking all the Members involved in this report for their work. I would like to highlight three main aspects of the compromise we have reached. Firstly, this report updates procedures for vehicle inspections, ensuring that they continue to contribute to the reduction of road accidents and fatalities. Secondly, it introduces measures to combat fraud, arising from the manipulation of mileage of second-hand cars, by protecting those who buy these cars. Finally, this report introduces the obligation to use remote sensing technologies that allow vehicles with above-normal emission levels to be identified on the road. This is a key measure to tackle the more than 150 000 deaths of Europeans caused every year by air pollution. I call on everyone to vote in favour, as this report ensures inspections adapted to new technological challenges, promotes road safety and combats pollution.