The European Parliament’s adoption of the End-of-Life Vehicle Regulation (ELVR) marks an important step towards regulatory clarity in the circular economy landscape. The text adopted yesterday provides a balanced and workable framework, and in ETRMA’s view, represents the most effective basis for final legislation.

Of particular relevance to the tyre sector is the Parliament’s recognition of the need to avoid double regulation on recycled content requirements for elastomers and steel, in view of the adoption of tyre-specific rules under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR).

Adam McCarthy, ETRMA Secretary General, commented: “The approach taken by the Parliament strengthens regulatory coherence, shielding operators from unnecessary regulatory overlap. We anticipate that the forthcoming trilogue discussions will preserve this sensible trajectory, and we will continue to work under ESPR to address the circularity ambition of the European tyre industry.”