Report on the project Scientific Support for Climate Policy and Action Program (14-BE-2203)

Regulatory adjustments for plug-in hybrid vehicles in Europe

  • Prof. Dr. Patrick Plötz
  • Dr. Till Gnann
    Fraunhofer-Institut für System und Innovationsforschung
  • Inia Steinbach
  • Julius Jöhrens
    Project Manager „Roadmap OH-Lkw“

The energy consumption of plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) is significantly higher in real-world operation than in type approval procedures. An evaluation of one million vehicles highlights these major differences and points to the need for action in EU emissions regulation.