As reported by British newspaper, the Guardian, environment and transport ministers from the Netherlands, Ireland, Sweden and Finland have written to the European commission calling for the new goal to be set next year, building on the current target that kicks in from 2021.

“New challenging targets for 2025, accompanied by a comprehensive package to address refuelling infrastructure and other issues, will encourage a transition towards a zero-emission powertrain in passenger cars,” said the letter, according to the Guardian. “Such targets are essential to stimulate new innovations that develop and improve electric, hydrogen and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.”

The paper added that a cross-party group of 11 MEPs has also written to the climate and energy commissioner, Miguel Arias Cañete, urging him to confirm that he will announce new fuel efficiency goals for the 2020s next year.