Jato Dynamics has come to the conclusion that the introduction of the new emission testing standards for WLTP vehicles throughout Europe is intended to “generate higher purchase and ownership taxes” for motorists.
In disclosing the first findings of his work on the impact of WLTP, which goes into effect on September 1, in relation to the market, Jato has indicated that, although the transition to WLTP is still ongoing, there were significant signs that In the long term, the new system would affect the current business model for the sector.
Since December 2017, Jato has provided information and data reports to customers about the changes in CO2 levels observed in the correlated values of NEDC (which means New European Driving Cycle and the homologation cycle that exceeds any car that gets for sale in the old continent) and has been monitoring the transition to WLTP since its initial presentation in September 2017.
Detailing its initial vision of the findings, the consultant defines the WLTP as “a seismic movement in the automotive industry”, adding: “We have observed that the CO2 figures are higher than the values previously tested by NEDC, and the disparity could be greater than the industry expects.
“In addition, our initial findings suggest that correlated NEDC values are leading to higher purchase and ownership taxes for the end user in some cases. This is something that the industry must take into account, since the competitive landscape is changing. “