The EU road transport sector faces several critical challenges related to the availability and functionality of parking areas for professional drivers, as highlighted in a new report by the European Commission.
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Today, modernised rules on driving licences and mutual recognition of driving disqualifications are entering into force across the EU. The measures aim to reduce the number of crashes on EU roads.
Harmonised rules empower consumers via precise and transparent billing. It also helps manufacturers benefit from cost savings and faster infrastructure deployment through unified requirements.
The Commission will soon propose measures to ensure a smooth start of the new EU Emissions Trading System for road transport and buildings (ETS2), addressing price stability and investment needs. Plans include early auctions, an ETS2 Frontloading Facility, and stronger market-stability safeguards.
In 2024, 19,940 people lost their lives in road crashes across the EU, according to latest statistics released by the European Commission today.
Today the Commission presented an amended proposal to make certain provisions of its legislation on road tolls and user charges (Directive 1999/62/EC, also known as the Eurovignette Directive) clearer, simpler and more precise.
The Commission calls for proposals to develop a mobile application where professional lorry drivers can rate their main points of interest on the road, from rest and parking facilities to areas for loading and unloading their cargo.
The EU and Ukraine decided today to extend the validity of their current road transport agreement.
The agreement aims at helping Moldova access world markets by facilitating transit through EU countries and further developing its links with the EU market.
A JRC assessment of eleven transport corridors in Africa identifies promising areas for investment.
