Cars that would be considered eligible would also have lighter rules and more generous subsidies, according to the Financial Times, which broke the news.

Under this measure, electric cars "made in Europe" up to a certain weight, which could be set at 1.5 tons, would have access to reserved parking spaces and charging infrastructure.

Furthermore, these vehicles would benefit from a decade of exemption from compliance with certain European regulations regarding safety and emissions.

According to the Financial Times, in negotiations, some automakers have been pressuring the Commission to include some existing models in the new category, such as the new Renault Twingo, the Citroën ë-C3 from Stellantis, and the Volkswagen Golf.

This measure represents an incentive for the European industry, hoping to strengthen a type of vehicle where Europe still has an advantage over Chinese competitors.