The Japanese government wants automakers to improve their cars' fuel economy by more than 30% by 2030. New guidelines from Japan's transport and industry ministries will make it mandatory that, from March 2031, the average fuel efficiency of all new vehicles sold in the country must exceed 25 kilometers per liter.
The Japanese government's goal is to have 20% of new car sales be electric and hybrid vehicles by 2030, compared to just 1% currently. To meet this requirement, manufacturers will need to sell more of these types of cars. This government action aims to promote the development and commercialization of vehicles with a lower environmental impact and contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
