India Proposes CAFE 3 Norms to Tighten Vehicle Emission Standards Including EV Energy Use

India plans to implement CAFE 3 norms by 2027 to tighten fuel efficiency and reduce passenger vehicle emissions, aligning with climate goals. Unlike earlier phases, CAFE 3 may remove the zero-emission status for electric vehicles by accounting for their energy consumption and grid emission intensity. This change aims to encourage more energy-efficient EVs and balance emissions across manufacturers' fleets, potentially impacting vehicle costs and promoting cleaner technologies.