T&E Proposes 15-Liter Gas Tanks to Push PHEV Owners to Plug In

Transport & Environment wants policymakers to incentivize plug-in hybrids with fuel tanks capped at 15 liters, at least 200 km of real-world electric range by 2030, DC charging above 100 kW and electric motors at least three times more powerful than the engine. European PHEVs registered in 2024 emitted nearly six times their official CO₂ figures, per EEA data.

• 2024 European PHEVs emitted nearly 6x their official CO₂ figures
• Electric driving covered only 27% of PHEV distance
• T&E calls for 200 km electric range and 100+ kW charging by 2030
• Annual fuel costs: €1,810 actual vs €1,130 official estimate