A final vote on the plan is being taken in the European Parliament.
A decision to phase out the sale of CO2 emitting cars and vans is expected to drive investment in new tech.
A final vote on the plan is being taken in the European Parliament.
It sets a target for 100% zero-emission cars and vans by 2035 and comes despite intense lobbying from car makers.
Fianna Fail MEP, Billy Kelleher, says there's no excuse anymore;
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