November has brought notable regulatory shifts in the automotive and transport sector — here are three highlights that industry stakeholders and certification engineers should watch closely:
1. EC’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) Implementation Delays
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has raised concerns over delays in the publication of the remaining legislative texts required for full implementation of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) in January 2026. ACEA汽车协会 For OEMs and suppliers trading into the EU, this means the compliance landscape remains uncertain; companies should expedite gap-assessment and monitor upcoming legal texts closely.
2. Broader “Regulation Watch” via Global Industrials Bulletin
According to the November 2025 edition of the Eversheds Sutherland Global Industrials Bulletin, manufacturers of vehicles and engines should prepare for a period of heightened regulatory uncertainty. Proposed changes may remove or alter testing procedures, emissions requirements and reporting burdens — though legal challenges and stakeholder scrutiny are expected. 易维律师事务所 This highlights the importance for certification teams to maintain flexibility, document change-management processes and preserve traceability for audits.
3. CO₂ / emissions standard pressure remains intense
While specific new legislative acts may be delayed, the pressure remains strong for OEMs to align with global fleet-average CO₂ regulations, including Regulation (EU) 2019/631. Climate Action+1 Swedish and EU manufacturers especially must continue to refine strategies for compliance and report readiness — despite slower legislative cadence, enforcement risks and financial penalties remain high.