EMLEG - Emissions Legislation Database
Why emissions legislation matters
Air pollution from road vehicles remains a major public health and environmental challenge. The European Environment Agency estimates transport contributes around a quarter of the EU’s CO₂ emissions, with 70% from road transport alone.
Euro 7 will bring new requirements, including:
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Limits on non-exhaust emissions such as tyre and brake particles
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Extended compliance periods: Up to 10 years or 124,000 miles for cars
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EV-specific rules on battery durability and performance
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On-board monitoring systems (OBM) for continuous emissions tracking
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Broader, more representative test methodologies
As Europe leads, other regions will follow, creating a ripple effect for international OEMs and suppliers.
What is EMLEG?
EMLEG is Ricardo’s comprehensive online emissions legislation database, designed to help businesses track, understand, and respond to regulatory changes worldwide.
With EMLEG, you gain:
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Global coverage: Summaries of emissions regulations across all jurisdictions and vehicle types
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Regular updates: A monthly subscriber newsletter detailing all major changes and emerging proposals
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Expert support: Direct access to Ricardo specialists to answer specific queries
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Practical insights: Clear, concise summaries to support product planning and compliance strategies
Why choose EMLEG?
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Save time: No more searching across multiple government sites and technical documents
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Reduce risk: Stay ahead of legislative changes to avoid compliance issues
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Optimise R&D: Align product development with future requirements
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Gain confidence: Trusted intelligence from Ricardo’s world-leading emissions experts
Who benefits from EMLEG?
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OEMs developing next-generation vehicles
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Suppliers managing complex international markets
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Policy teams needing clarity on global trends
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Compliance managers ensuring up-to-date knowledge
“There are other resources available on the internet, but EMLEG really stands out because of the sheer relevant commentary added to each of the regulatory legislation, and it is updated regularly. It makes a real difference to read EMLEG before diving into the legislation, which saves time”.”
Leading OEM
Senior Manager
